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  New Expressway: Now journey of one and a half hours will be completed in just 20 minutes, a new expressway is being built. To improve connectivity between Delhi and Gurugram, the central government is planning to build an expressway from AIIMS to Gurugram. This 35-kilometer expressway will reduce travel time between Delhi and Gurugram and reduce pollution. This expressway will connect to the Gurugram-Faridabad road and facilitate access to the airport. This will greatly benefit residents of Delhi-NCR. New Expressway:  To improve connectivity between Delhi and Gurugram, the central government has initiated work on a plan to build an expressway from AIIMS to Gurugram via Mahipalpur. Work on the DPR has begun. The DPR will provide a feasibility report and specify where the route will be underground and where it will be elevated. There is talk that the portion from AIIMS to Mahipalpur could be underground and the remaining portion elevated. This discussion will be put to rest af...

  Bank Holidays 2025: You can use net banking through your bank’s website or mobile app. It offers money transfers, bill payments, and balance checks. October Bank Holidays 2025:  If you have any bank related work, then get it done quickly because banks will remain closed for 11 days between 11th and 27th October. These holidays include Diwali, Bhai Dooj, Govardhan Puja, Saturday (second and fourth) and Sunday. Apart from this, according to the holiday list of Reserve Bank of India (RBI), all government and private banks will remain closed in Himachal Pradesh today on the occasion of Karva Chauth, but banks will remain open as usual in all other states of the country like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Gujarat. Online services will continue during the bank holiday. ATM and debit card transactions will also remain operational. How are state and central bank holidays decided? According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), banks are closed on the...

  In view of Diwali and the Chhath festival, the Railways has announced the operation of a special Vande Bharat train between New Delhi and Patna from October 12 to November 17. This train will also have several stops along the way for passenger convenience. With Navratri and Dussehra over, preparations for Diwali and Chhath have begun across the country. In this situation, the biggest challenge facing passengers traveling to Bihar and Purvanchal is obtaining train tickets. Regular trains are full, and even Tatkal tickets are difficult to obtain. Meanwhile, the Indian Railways has announced a special Vande Bharat Express for passenger convenience. During Diwali and Chhath, special Vande Bharat trains will run between New Delhi-Patna-New Delhi. The train will make several important stops along the way. This special Vande Bharat train will have 20 coaches. It will depart from New Delhi on October 12th and run until November 16th, while the same train will depart from Patna Junction o...

  The government has implemented a new rule to digitize toll payments on national highways. Vehicles without a FASTag will now have to pay double the toll in cash, while payments using UPI will only incur a 1.25-fold fee. New Delhi.  The government has implemented a new rule to further digitalize toll payments on national highways. Cash payments will now be more expensive for vehicles without a FASTag, while payments made using UPI will incur a lower fee. According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, the National Highway Toll Rules of 2008 have been amended. The new rule will come into effect on November 15, 2025. Under this rule, if a vehicle passes through a toll plaza without a FASTag and pays in cash, it will incur double the toll fee. However, if the same vehicle pays through UPI, it will only incur 1.25 times the toll fee. For example, a toll of ₹100 paid using a FASTag will result in ₹200 in cash and ₹125 in UPI. The primary objective of this change is to re...

  Bank FD of 444 Days: Many government banks like State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab and Sind Bank, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), Canara Bank are offering special FD scheme for 444 days. Bank FD of 444 Days:  Many major public sector banks in the country are offering good interest rates on 444-day fixed deposit (FD) schemes. This can be a good investment option for those seeking safe and fixed returns. Under this special scheme, banks are offering good interest rates across different categories, including general, senior, and super senior citizens. However, the recent rise of equity, mutual funds, and other market-based investment options has eroded their popularity. To encourage more deposits, banks are introducing special FD schemes for a limited period, offering higher interest rates. Which one can offer greater returns? Several public sector banks, such as State Bank of India (SBI), Bank of Baroda (BoB), Punjab & Sind Bank, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB)...

  IMD has also issued a forecast for South India. According to the forecast, very heavy rainfall is expected in coastal Andhra Pradesh on October 2. Heavy rainfall is possible in parts of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka until October 5. Weather Updates:  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rains and thunderstorms in many parts of the country in the first week of October. According to the report, the weather may deteriorate in East, Central, South and North-West India till October 8. Heavy rains are expected in Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Bihar till October 4. During this period, rainfall of up to 21 cm or more is expected. Apart from this, rain will continue in many parts of Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand and West Bengal for the next few days. Strong winds with a speed of 50-60 km per hour can also blow in Bengal. A heavy rain alert has been issued for eastern Uttar Pradesh on October 4. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Jammu and Kashmir, ...

  The Reserve Bank of India has introduced a new cheque clearance system for bank account holders, which will be implemented on October 4th. Under the new system, your check will now be cleared within one day. RBI Cheque Clearance Rule:  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a new cheque clearance system for bank account holders, which will come into effect from October 4, 2025. Under the new system, your check will now be cleared within a single day, eliminating the need for customers to wait for days. According to the RBI, cheque will now be cleared within a few hours. Learn how your cheque will be cleared The RBI stated that banks will use the CTS (Cheque Truncation System) feature to clear cheque within a single day. Under this system, when you deposit a check, the bank will send a scanned copy to the relevant bank. The bank must accept or reject it within a specified time. If the check contains the correct date, payee name, and amount, and the signature matches y...

  Weather Update: The Meteorological Department has issued a weather forecast for the next seven days. Heavy rain is expected in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, and Konkan. Storm warnings have also been issued in several areas. Weather Update:  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a seven-day weather forecast for the entire country on Sunday. Despite the withdrawal of the monsoon, light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are expected across western, eastern, and central India. Extremely heavy rainfall warnings have been issued, particularly in Konkan, Goa, Central Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Saurashtra-Kutch, increasing the risk of floods and landslides. Fear of heavy devastation in western India, red alert in 5 districts, including Mumbai Light to moderate rain and thunderstorms are expected at most locations in western India for the next seven days. Heavy rainfall is expected in Konkan and Goa, Central Maharashtra, and Marathwada on September 28, and in Gujarat from S...

  According to the Meteorological Department, light to moderate rain is expected at most places in Chhattisgarh from September 26 to 29. Meanwhile, eastern Madhya Pradesh may receive rain on September 29 and 30. Heavy Rain Alert:  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rain warning for several states for the coming days, accompanied by thunderstorms. According to the department, light to moderate rain with isolated heavy to very heavy falls is expected on different dates across eastern, central, western, southern, and northeastern India. Strong winds are also expected in many coastal and inland areas. Rain will continue to lash many parts of the country in the coming days. Heavy rain and strong winds, particularly in eastern and southern Indian states, could disrupt normal life. However, according to the Meteorological Department, the weather in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh is expected to remain normal. According to the Meteorological Department, light t...

  The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is reportedly developing a new feature that will allow users to convert their Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments into monthly installments (EMIs). Learn how the new feature will work. New UPI Feature:  If you frequently use UPI for payments, there’s good news for you. Soon, you’ll be able to convert your UPI payments into EMIs. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is reportedly developing a new feature that will allow users to convert their Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments into monthly installments (EMIs). According to a report, this move is part of NPCI’s strategy to promote credit products and accelerate the next phase of growth in retail digital payments. A report in the Economic Times (ET), citing sources familiar with the matter, claims that NPCI is preparing to enable fintech companies to integrate an EMI payment feature that will allow customers to instantly convert their UPI transactions i...

  The Vande Bharat sleeper train is ready for launch, with Ashwini Vaishnav stating that both trains will begin operating simultaneously. The New Delhi-Patna route is under discussion, and new projects are underway in Punjab and Haryana. New Delhi. The wait for passengers across the country is soon over, as the Vande Bharat Sleeper train is now ready for launch. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav stated on Tuesday that Vande Bharat Sleeper trains will begin operating only after the second train is ready for regular service. Currently, one train has completed thorough trials and testing at the Shakur Basti Coaching Depot. The minister stated that construction of the second train is progressing rapidly and is expected to be ready by October 15, 2025. Vaishnav clarified that both trains will be launched simultaneously to ensure uninterrupted service. This is why the ministry is awaiting the arrival of the second rake. Discussion on Patna route intensifies Speculation is rife that the t...

  NPCI is introducing EMI options on UPI, which will provide a new opportunity for fintech companies like Navi and Paytm and change the face of digital payments. Banks will be cautious. New Delhi.  The digital payments revolution in India is about to reach its next stage. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) is introducing the EMI option on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). This means that customers will now have the option to convert any payment made through UPI into an EMI at the same time. Following the introduction of features like RuPay credit cards and credit lines, this feature will be a significant step towards transforming UPI into not just a payment platform, but a complete credit ecosystem. This will not only benefit customers but also provide new revenue opportunities for fintech companies and banks. According to NPCI, in the new version, whenever consumers scan a QR code, they will receive the EMI option. This will be similar to selecting EMI afte...

  Navratri Rain Alert: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning for light to heavy rain in several states during Navratri. Thunderstorms and strong winds are also possible. The monsoon has slowed down in the country, but it hasn’t ended yet. Navratri has begun today, marking the beginning of the festive season. Navratri celebrations are being celebrated in various ways and traditions across the country. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert. According to the weather department, several states across the country will experience heavy rain during the nine days of Navratri. Light to moderate rain alert in these states According to the weather department, several districts in eastern Rajasthan are under an alert for intermittent heavy rain for the next three days. Several states in eastern and central India will experience rain during the nine days of Navratri (Navratri Rain Alert). Heavy thunderstorms and storms, along with strong...

  Hardeep Singh Puri said that the Government of India will spend Rs 2,050 on each connection, so that the beneficiaries can get free LPG cylinder along with gas stove and regulator etc. for free. Free LPG Cylinder:  The central government will expand the Ujjwala scheme and issue free LPG connections to 25 lakh women. In a major step towards women empowerment, the government has approved the release of 25 lakh new LPG connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) during the financial year 2025-26. “On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all the mothers and sisters associated with the Ujjwala family. This step will not only bring them joy on this auspicious occasion but also strengthen our resolve towards women empowerment,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a social media post. The number of Ujjwala family members will reach 10.60 crore. Regarding the release of 2.5 million new LPG connections under the Ujjwala Yojana, Union ...

  IMD Rainfall Alert: A low pressure area is forming in the Bay of Bengal, which will cause heavy rainfall in states like Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha. Learn about the situation in other states… IMD Rainfall Alert:  A low pressure area is going to form over the North Bay of Bengal in the next 24 hours. Due to this, heavy rain is likely at some places in Odisha from 23-27 September, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha from 24-27 September and coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam on 21 September and from 24 to 27 September. Heavy rain will occur at some places in North Eastern India for the next three to four days. Talking about Eastern and Central India, light to moderate rain is likely at most places with heavy rain at some places in West Madhya Pradesh on 21 and 22 September, in Bihar from 25-27 September, in Jharkhand from 24-26 September, in Andaman and Nicobar Islands on 24-25 September, in Gangetic West Bengal on 22 and 23 September, in Chhattisgarh, Vidarbha from 24 to ...

  If you follow these four common methods, you can cut your household electricity bill in half. There are many reasons for high electricity bills. Electricity Bills Savings:  Is your home’s electricity bill high? Sometimes we purchase devices that contribute to higher electricity bills. If you want to reduce your electricity bill, you should consider certain things. Let’s explore this in detail. Energy Efficient Devices Using energy-efficient electrical appliances, such as LED bulbs, star-rated appliances, insulation, and energy-saving devices, can help you save energy. Using these devices reduces electricity consumption and can improve your electricity bill. Solar Panels You can meet your home’s energy needs by using solar energy generated by solar panels. Installing solar panels can reduce your electricity bills throughout the day. The government provides subsidies for purchasing solar panels. Thermal Insulation Good quality thermal insulation can help keep your home at a su...