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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy 07 Oct 2026, 06:23 PM IST

IMD Flags Heavy Rain Across South India as Northeast Monsoon Nears Normal Onset

The India Meteorological Department has indicated that heavy rain is likely over Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Mahe, Puducherry and Karnataka in the coming days as atmospheric conditions begin to shift over the Bay of Bengal. Models suggest the northeast monsoon could arrive within the next 10 days, broadly around its normal schedule, after a transition to easterly winds sets in.

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India Entertainment & Culture04 Oct 2026, 09:17 PM IST

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and Kamal Haasan: The Partnership That Rewrote Indian Cinema’s Limits

Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and Kamal Haasan built one of Indian cinema’s most daring creative partnerships, repeatedly pushing form, character and narrative beyond conventional boundaries. From a dialogue-free film to a dwarf protagonist and a single actor playing four roles, their collaborations turned high-risk ideas into enduring works of popular and critical significance.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy04 Oct 2026, 07:09 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Suspends Highway Engineers Over Hindi Signboard, Opens Departmental Probe

Tamil Nadu authorities have suspended two assistant engineers from the Highways Department after a highway signboard was found carrying Hindi lettering, triggering an immediate administrative response. The state has also initiated departmental proceedings, underscoring the sensitivity around language policy and official communication in a state that has long resisted the wider use of Hindi in public signage.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance03 Oct 2026, 09:11 PM IST

SBI, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank Urge Customers to Finish Branch Work Ahead of Proposed September 28–30 Strike

India’s largest state-run lenders have advised customers to complete urgent branch transactions in advance of a proposed bank strike scheduled for September 28 to 30, 2026. State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda and Canara Bank said digital and self-service channels should be used during the period, signalling possible disruption to in-branch services if the industrial action goes ahead.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy03 Oct 2026, 06:52 AM IST

India May See Normal October-December Rainfall After Weak Monsoon Ends at 14th Lowest in 125 Years

India is likely to receive normal rainfall in the October-December period, even as the southwest monsoon closes with one of its weakest performances in more than a century, according to the latest meteorological assessment. The India Meteorological Department has forecast below-normal rain in October, but expects the southern peninsula to fare better, while 313 of 741 districts recorded deficient precipitation during the monsoon season.

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Banking, Fintech & InsuranceJust now (06:30 PM IST)

GST Council to Review 18% Levy on UPI Merchant Fees as October 15 MDR Plan Nears

The GST Council is set to examine whether an 18% goods and services tax should apply to merchant fees linked to UPI transactions above Rs 2,000, according to a report. The discussion comes as the government prepares to introduce a 0.4% merchant discount rate from October 15, capped at Rs 300, with merchants expected to be able to claim input tax credit on the tax paid.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (12:02 AM IST)

Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy to Join Cleanliness Drive Under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026

Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy is set to participate in a cleanliness campaign under the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 initiative, underscoring the government’s continued emphasis on public cleanliness as a governance priority. The participation places the ministerial outreach within a broader national framework that links civic hygiene, administrative accountability, and public participation.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (01:07 PM IST)

Racing Ruler Springs Surprise in Feature Event, Upsetting the Market Favourites

Racing Ruler delivered a surprise result in the feature event, overturning pre-race expectations and leaving the favourites to chase from behind. The outcome added a fresh twist to the day’s sporting narrative, underscoring how quickly momentum can shift when form, tactics and timing align on the track.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (01:49 AM IST)

IMD Warns of Heavy Rain Across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala for Up to Four Days

The India Meteorological Department has forecast isolated heavy rain across parts of southern India from Wednesday, with Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal likely to see intense spells for three days and South Interior Karnataka, Kerala and Mahe for four days. The warning raises the risk of localized flooding, transport disruption and short-term pressure on agriculture and urban infrastructure in the region.

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Entities frequently referenced alongside Puducherry:

Tamil Nadu(9)Kerala(8)India Meteorological Department(7)New Delhi(5)India(3)Karnataka(2)