September 28, 2026: The proposed three-day nationwide bank strike has been deferred following an agreement between the All India Bank Employees Association and the Indian Banks’ Association. India has also sent a consignment of life-saving medicines and medical consumables to a government hospital in Kabul as part of its ongoing humanitarian assistance.
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- Three-Day Nationwide Bank Strike Deferred Following Agreement with IBA
The proposed three-day nationwide bank strike, scheduled to begin on September 28, has been deferred following an agreement between the All India Bank Employees Association and the Indian Banks’ Association. - India Sends Life-Saving Medicines to Afghanistan as Humanitarian Aid
India has sent a consignment of life-saving medicines and medical consumables to a government hospital in Kabul as part of its ongoing humanitarian assistance. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said health remains at the heart of India’s humanitarian assistance. - India Marks 10th Anniversary of 2016 Surgical Strikes
India is marking the 10th anniversary of the surgical strikes carried out by the Indian Army on September 28–29, 2016, targeting terrorist launch pads across the Line of Control. - PM Modi Highlights Surgical Strikes, Balakot Airstrike and Operation Sindoor in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the 2016 surgical strikes, 2019 Balakot airstrike and Operation Sindoor in 2025 are examples of India’s zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism. - Supreme Court to Hear Plea Challenging MDR on UPI Transactions Above ₹2,000
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea challenging the Centre’s decision to impose a Merchant Discount Rate on specified UPI person-to-merchant transactions above ₹2,000. The government has introduced a 0.4 per cent fee on such transactions. - Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool Launched to Strengthen Domestic Marine Insurance Coverage
The Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool has been launched to provide marine insurance coverage for hull and machinery risks involving vessels that are Indian-flagged or owned, managed or controlled by Indian entities. - PM Modi Congratulates Indian Squash Players on Asian Games Medals
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Abhay Singh and Anahat Singh on winning silver medals in Men’s Singles and Women’s Singles Squash at the Asian Games 2026. He also congratulated Ancy and Harita on their achievements. - Viksit Bharat Run Brings Indian Community Together in Dubai
The Indian Consulate in Dubai organised the Viksit Bharat Run 2026 as part of Seva Pakhwada. The event brought together members of the Indian community to promote service, community participation and national commitment. - Lalit Kala Akademi Announces 20 Awards at 65th National Exhibition of Art
The Lalit Kala Akademi announced 20 awards at the 65th National Exhibition of Art, one of the major annual exhibitions of contemporary visual art in India. - Nehru Planetarium Upgrades Facilities to Promote Scientific Temper
The Nehru Planetarium has upgraded its facilities to enhance visitor experience, encourage interest in astronomy and science, and promote scientific temper among citizens.
