Erode police refused permission for TVK's December 16 rally near Perundurai, citing insufficient space for 75,000 cadres. Party chief K A Sengottaiyan is now seeking an alternative site. Read the full details.
Banks will be closed for four days next week from 8-14 Dec 2025, but only in specific states. Check the full list of holidays for SBI, PNB, HDFC, ICICI and online banking options.
A 28-year-old man from Namakkal's Kaveri RS area was arrested for threatening to kill a police sub-inspector on social media after a drunk driving check. Read the full details of the case and charges.
The Reserve Bank of India has given in-principle approval for Fino Payments Bank to transition into a small finance bank. This marks a major milestone for the 18-year-old company. Read more about the implications and Fino's unique strategy.
A wild elephant died after electrocution from a private fence in Erode's Bargur hills. The tusker had been roaming residential areas for over a month, causing damage. Forest department registers case. Read the full report.
Bengaluru's Greater Bengaluru Authority will appoint urban designers and planners for the first time to transform city infrastructure. Applications open until Dec 15.
Bharat Taxi, a new cooperative ride-hailing app backed by major cooperatives like Amul and IFFCO, begins pilot in Delhi. With over 51,000 drivers, it offers a zero-commission model. Read more about this alternative to Ola and Uber.
Kerala High Court halts removal of Karassery Cooperative Bank's elected committee for two weeks. The petition alleges illegal membership grants and political interference. Details inside.
Erode court sentences 18 Bangladeshi nationals to two years imprisonment for illegal stay. Police found fake Aadhaar cards. Details on the arrests and verdict inside.
A 50-hectare urban forest, Nagar Van Merakum Tzuin, launched in Mokokchung village. The project aims to boost biodiversity conservation and environmental education in Nagaland's urban landscape. Read more.
The Centre's NAKSHA programme uses drone surveys to create digital urban land records, aiming to curb illegal construction and simplify property deals for 600 million future city dwellers. Read how it works.
A five-year-old boy in Erode died after a banana he was eating slipped into his windpipe. The incident highlights the need for vigilance with young children. Read the full report.
Yes Bank and Union Bank of India set to join NSE's Nifty Bank index, expanding it to 14 stocks. New SEBI rules trigger $670M outflows from HDFC, ICICI Bank. Read the full analysis.
Bharat Taxi, India's new cooperative taxi app, has enrolled over 51,000 drivers before its national launch. The zero-commission model sends 100% of fares to drivers. Beta trials have begun in Delhi.
India's Bharat Taxi, a national ride-hailing cooperative owned by drivers, has onboarded over 51,000 drivers in just 10 days, surpassing global counterparts. Beta trials have begun in Delhi.
Kozhikode DCC submits report against party leader for alleged CPM links and fake votes in cooperative bank. Board dissolved, police complaint filed. Read the full story.
The Nagari – Future Cities Conclave in Delhi brought together policymakers & experts to discuss resilient, sustainable, and people-focused urban transformation for India. Explore the key insights.
Learn how to open a bank account online in India with our easy 2025 guide. Get step-by-step instructions, required documents, and tips for a seamless digital banking start.
Punjab National Bank closes applications for 750 Local Bank Officer posts today. Check eligibility, pay scale, and how to apply online at pnb.bank.in before the deadline.
India plans new public sector bank mergers to create global-sized lenders. While aiming to fund major projects, the move raises concerns over heightened systemic risk and concentration. Can India achieve scale without amplifying vulnerabilities?
Erode North police solved the murder of 65-year-old Kamala, arresting K Ramar who confessed to killing her for gold chain. Read the full investigation details.
Banks in Itanagar, Kohima, and Panaji will remain closed next week for state holidays. Check complete December 2025 bank holiday calendar and available online services.
RBI imposes business restrictions on Baghat Urban Cooperative Bank, halting deposits and payments, triggering employee wage crisis and customer uncertainty in Himachal Pradesh.
Former secretary of Arnapal Service Cooperative Society sentenced to 3 years rigorous imprisonment for misappropriating Rs 4 lakh. Fined Rs 50,000. Read the full details of the Balasore vigilance case.
Controversial IPS officer Balveer Singh, accused of multiple custodial tortures including teeth extraction, transferred to Erode STF. Madras HC stays trial proceedings. Read full details.
Banks remain operational across India on November 29, 2025, being the fifth Saturday. Check regional exceptions in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Plan your banking activities accordingly.
CBI registers a major case against 46 individuals, including actors Shreyas Talpade and Alok Nath, for a Rs 100 crore investment scam. Get the full details on the fraud and investigation.
Plan your December 2025 finances! The RBI has announced 13 state-wise bank holidays. Check the complete list for Christmas, regional festivals, and long weekends.
An SBI branch in Odisha's Bhadrak became inaccessible for 2 days after an anti-encroachment drive demolished its staircase. Staff & customers used a tractor-mounted ladder. Full story inside.
Haryana launches new cooperative sugar mill in Naraingarh and sets India's highest sugarcane price at Rs 415/quintal, supporting farmers with digital reforms.