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  PSU Bank Consolidation: Currently, there are 12 public sector banks in the country. Only the State Bank of India (SBI) is among the top 50 banks globally by assets. SBI ranks 43rd globally by assets. PSU Bank Consolidation:  The process of consolidation among public sector banks may accelerate in the coming year, as the government has expressed its desire to create more large, world-class banks in the country as part of its goal of a “developed India” by 2047. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated last month that India needs several large, world-class banks, and work in this direction has already begun. She stated that the government has initiated discussions with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and public sector banks in this regard, which clearly signals the consolidation of public sector banks. The Challenge of Breaking into the World’s Top Banks Currently, there are 12 public sector banks in the country. Only the State Bank of India (SBI) is among the top 50 banks g...

  Cold Wave Warning: The country is now set to experience record-breaking winter temperatures. The Meteorological Department has issued a cold wave warning for several states on December 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31, which will bring severe cold. Cold Wave Warning:  The cold is increasing day by day. The increasing cold has increased the chill in many states across the country. People are shivering due to the increasing impact of the cold, and its effects are being felt in many states. Now, the cold wave in the country will break records. In this context, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for several states on December 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31. This has triggered a severe cold alert. Northwest India Winter is poised to break records in northwest India. The Meteorological Department has issued a cold wave warning for several areas in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh on December...

  IMD Rainfall Alert: The International Monetary Fund (IMD) has issued a weather alert. According to reports, a Western Disturbance is expected to bring rain and snowfall between December 18 and 22. The cold wave may also intensify in North India. IMD Rainfall Alert:  The weather is rapidly changing across the country, and the next 24 to 48 hours could prove challenging for many states. According to the Indian Meteorological Department, rain, strong winds, fog, cold waves, and snowfall will be experienced from South India to the North and hilly areas between December 18 and 22. The cold is expected to intensify due to the increasingly active Western Disturbance. The Meteorological Department says this change could impact traffic, flights, and rail services. People need to exercise caution due to poor visibility in many areas. Many parts of South India may experience inclement weather for a day. Rain accompanied by strong winds and lightning is expected in Tamil Nadu, Puducherr...

  Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav clarified in the Lok Sabha that passengers will be charged for carrying more than the free allowance during train travel, and the railway has set limits for luggage by class. The free allowance is 35 kg in second class, 40 kg in sleeper class, 40 kg in AC three-tier and chair car, 50 kg in first class and AC two-tier class, and 70 kg in AC first class. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav informed the Lok Sabha on Wednesday that passengers will be charged for carrying luggage beyond the set free allowance while traveling by train. He was responding to a question from MP Vemireddy Prabhakar Reddy, who asked whether the Railways would implement baggage regulations for passengers similar to those at airports. The Railway Minister stated that currently, there are maximum limits on the amount of luggage passengers can carry inside coaches, depending on the class. He provided information on the free luggage allowance and the maximum limit for each class. ...

  Heavy Rain Alert: The weather in the country has taken a turn again. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert that heavy rains will occur in many states on December 15, 16, and 17. Heavy Rain Alert:  This year’s monsoon season was excellent, with heavy rainfall across the country. All states received heavy downpours. Many states witnessed record-breaking rainfall during the monsoon season, which drenched everyone and filled rivers, ponds, and dams to the brim. The good rainfall during the monsoon season also lowered temperatures, providing relief from the scorching heat. Even after the monsoon’s departure, the rains haven’t slowed down in many states; they are still continuing. Now, the weather in the country has taken a turn again. Consequently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for several states on December 15, 16, and 17. How has the weather changed in Himachal Pradesh? This year, Himachal Pradesh witnessed heavy rainfall du...

  NPS, UPS, and APY investments will now be invested in gold, silver, and ETFs. This change aims to make NPS more diversified, flexible, and offer better returns. New Pension System:  The government has made significant changes to the rules of the National Pension System (NPS), Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), and Atal Pension Yojana (APY). The government says the changes will benefit investors. These rules have come into effect with immediate effect. Indeed, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has made significant amendments to the investment rules for pension schemes through a circular issued on December 10, 2025. Gold and silver ETFs, Nifty 250 Index, and Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) can now be included in the investment portfolios of these schemes, which was previously not possible. This means that investments in NPS, UPS, and APY will now be invested in gold, silver, and ETFs. This change aims to make NPS more diversified, flexible, and offer...

  Toll-Free Travel | To travel on roads, you have to pay fees at toll plazas. But for some, this burden is reduced. Find out what that rule is. Toll-Free Travel:  Lakhs of vehicles ply on national highways and state highways in the country every day. Drivers have to pay toll charges at nearly a thousand toll plazas. But there is one important thing that many people do not know. Those living within a radius of 20 km from a toll plaza can travel without paying toll charges. This is a provision brought by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to reduce the cost borne by local travelers. What is the 20 km rule? According to NHAI, if the vehicle owner’s house is within 20 km from the toll plaza, that person can get exemption from toll charges. To avail this facility, government documents like Aadhaar and electricity bill have to be provided. This exemption is part of the “Pay as you use” policy, which uses GNSS tracking technology. The policy is being implemented on a pil...

  The Namo Bharat Rapid Rail, covering 63 kilometers on the Patna-Bar route in 37 minutes, has gone viral on social media with its modern features, speed, and amenities. Namo Bharat Rapid Train is receiving a good response. It has become a good opportunity for those who want to travel at high speed and with ease. The high-speed service offers a smooth journey, covering a distance of 63 km in 37 minutes. Automatic doors and modern seating setup are good for passengers. The Namo Bharat Rapid Train running from Patna to Bar is attracting a lot of attention on social media. This train departs every Wednesday evening at 18:05 and reaches at 18:42. A video related to this has gone viral. Many people are interested in it due to the speed and smooth journey seen in the video. The entire 63 km distance is completed in 37 minutes, giving people the opportunity to reach quickly. Those who watched the video gave a good response to the modern design, clean interior and useful features. This ser...

  Speed ​​Limit: The decision to reduce the speed limit on the Noida and Yamuna Expressways was made with commuter safety in mind. While this step may lengthen the journey by a few minutes, every life on the road is far more valuable. Expressway Speed ​​Limit:  Important news has arrived for those traveling in Delhi-NCR. A decision has been made to reduce the speed limit on the Noida-Greater Noida and Yamuna Expressway. This rule will come into effect on December 15th and will directly impact thousands of drivers who commute daily. Fog and mist during the winter season increase the risk of road accidents. Keeping this in mind, the administration has taken this step. Previously, the maximum speed limit for cars was 100-120 kilometers per hour, but now it has been reduced to 80 kilometers per hour. The speed limit for heavy vehicles like trucks and buses has been lowered even further. The clear objective of this decision is to prioritize road safety and prevent accidents. Every ...

  Cold Wave Alert: The International Monetary Fund (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for several states for December 11. A yellow alert has been issued for cold wave conditions in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Odisha. Meanwhile, the IMD has issued an orange alert for Uttar Pradesh due to the possibility of dense fog. Cold Wave Alert:  The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for several states for December 11. A yellow alert has been issued for cold wave in Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Karnataka and Odisha. While in view of the possibility of dense fog in Uttar Pradesh, the IMD has issued an orange alert. In addition, a yellow alert has been issued for dense fog in Assam, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Odisha and Uttarakhand. The IMD has urged citizens to drive slowly, use low beam and fog lights during the morning hours of December 11. The Met...

  BHIM App Cashback Offer: Celebrating its 9th anniversary, the BHIM app has launched a special offer, offering 100% cashback on your first payment of ₹20 or more. Users will also benefit from additional cashback on electricity bill payments, which will help reduce household expenses. BHIM App Cashback Offer:  To promote digital payments and provide a special gift to its users, BHIM (Bharat Interface for Money), the government’s trusted payment app, has launched a great offer on its 9th anniversary. Under this offer, users will not only benefit from everyday transactions but also have the opportunity to earn cashback on essential payments like electricity bills. Highlights of the Offer – 100% cashback will be available on the first payment of ₹20 or more using the BHIM app. This means that the amount of the transaction will be immediately refunded to your account. – This offer has been introduced to mark the app’s 9th anniversary. The BHIM app was launched on December 30, 2016...

  Heavy Rain Alert: The weather across the country is about to take a different turn. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert warning that heavy rains will occur in many states on December 10, 11, 12, and 13. Heavy Rain Alert:  This year, the monsoon season saw significantly more rainfall than in previous years. Consequently, the monsoon season across the country was excellent. Many states witnessed record-breaking rainfall, leaving everyone drenched. The heavy rains during the monsoon season also resulted in pleasant weather. Even after the monsoon season, rainfall continues to persist in many states. The weather in the country will now be different. Consequently, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for several states on December 10, 11, 12, and 13. What will the weather be like in Kerala? Like every year, this year too, the monsoon first arrived in Kerala, and even after its departure, the rains have continued. The weather in Ker...

  Vande Bharat Sleeper Train News: Rajdhani-like amenities, Vande Bharat’s modern technology, and Tejas-like speed… Indian Railways is set to offer passengers a significant gift this month. The time has come for long-haul travelers to enjoy all these amenities in a single train. The country’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train is scheduled to hit the tracks by the end of December, and its first route has also been finalized. You’ll be surprised to learn the name.  Vande Bharat sleeper train:  The fatigue of long journeys in India will now be a thing of the past, as a new era is about to begin for Indian Railways passengers. By the end of December this year, the country’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper train will hit the tracks. This train will be a perfect blend of Tejas’s speed, Rajdhani’s comfort, and Vande Bharat’s modern technology. Indian Railways is preparing for the trial run in full swing, and passengers are eagerly awaiting it. According to railway sources, two racks a...