June 2023 Bank Holidays in India: Important Dates to Remember

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced bank holidays for June 2023, impacting operations of private and public sector banks across the country. This article provides a comprehensive list of bank holidays in major cities, highlighting the dates when branches will remain closed and outlining alternative banking services available during these periods.

Heavy Rains Expected in Kerala, Karnataka, Goa as Southwest Monsoon Advances

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert warning for heavy rains in Kerala, Karnataka, and Goa, with an orange alert for Odisha. The Southwest Monsoon is expected to bring relief to the region in the coming days, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall expected in Konkan & Goa and Kerala & Mahe. Heatwave conditions are expected in Uttar Pradesh until June 24 and in Jammu from June 23 to 25.

India’s Economic Discontent: Beyond Reforms and Welfare Transfers

The recent general election results in India, particularly the BJP’s loss of seats in Uttar Pradesh, suggest a growing economic discontent among the population. High food inflation, persistent unemployment, and lagging infrastructure are key contributors to this dissatisfaction. While the government has focused on attracting foreign investment and digitalization, the article argues that a more targeted approach is needed to address the pressing issues impacting everyday life and economic activity. The author calls for a renewed focus on public infrastructure development, particularly in areas like agriculture, transportation, and water supply, emphasizing the need for a shift away from reliance on the private sector to achieve sustainable growth.

India’s Myanmar Dilemma: Balancing Interests with Values

Three years after Myanmar’s military coup, India’s continued engagement with the junta raises ethical concerns. This article argues for a more progressive, values-driven policy focusing on democracy and human security, urging India to use its democratic credentials, halt weapons sales, open humanitarian corridors, and protect asylum seekers.

Indian Tennis Players Set to Compete at Wimbledon 2024

Four Indian tennis players, Rohan Bopanna, Sumit Nagal, N. Sriram Balaji, and Yuki Bhambri, will be competing in the men’s doubles main draw at Wimbledon 2024. Bopanna will partner with Matthew Ebden, Nagal with Dusan Lajovic, Bhambri with Albano Olivetti, and Balaji with Luke Johnson. Nagal’s recent rise in the ATP rankings has secured him a new career-high and a likely spot at the Paris Olympics.

India Denies Consular Access Request for Nikhil Gupta, Extradited to US for Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot

India’s Ministry of External Affairs has stated that they have not received any request for consular access from Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national extradited to the US for an alleged murder-for-hire plot against Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. While Gupta’s family has contacted the MEA, the US has asserted they will not tolerate attempts to silence or harm its citizens.

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