Bank closure this week: When and where will banks stay shut from Sept 28 to Oct 4
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Prepare for some interruptions in banking services next week as banks will be closing for several days. A nationwide strike is set from September 28 to 30, followed by a holiday on October 2. While you can still access digital banking, in-person services will be limited. Make sure to visit your local branch after the closure, and remember to verify the holiday hours before going out.

New mobile recharge rules: 30-day plans, call-only options and more
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The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has unveiled enhancements to prepaid mobile recharge options, featuring more voice-and-SMS-only Special Tariff Vouchers. Users can now access plans with a validity of 30 days or less. This initiative is especially beneficial for senior citizens and budget-conscious individuals who prefer voice-only prepaid plans without data, addressing concerns raised by Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha.

Barrier-free tolling: FASTag & ANPR will help collect toll from your vehicle automatically
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With barrier-free tolling, vehicles can move through at normal highway speeds while cameras and FASTag systems identify the vehicle and collect the toll automatically.

EAM Jaishankar, Canada FM Anand discuss taking bilateral ties ‘to a higher level’
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India and Canada are actively enhancing their bilateral ties as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engages with Anita Anand. This meeting is a part of trade negotiations aiming for a significant increase in trade by 2030. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney hinted at a potential visit from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December. Despite earlier tensions surrounding security concerns, relations are on a path to normalization.

Apple bets on heart-health features to win watch buyers
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Apple is setting its sights on enhancing the health functionalities of its Watch tailored specifically for Indian users, hoping to broaden its customer base. The latest Series 12 and Ultra 4 models boast advanced heart rate monitoring capabilities that provide insights into recovery. A novel readiness score amalgamates activity, sleep, and heart metrics, guiding users on their health journey.

'MDR to boost UPI use in cross border payments'
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IITM-backed deeptech fund raises Rs 453 cr in first close
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/iitm-backed-deeptech-fund-raises-rs-453-cr-in-first-close/articleshow/134528850.cms

Edible oil duty cut may lift margins of snack makers
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