Banks across numerous Indian states will be closed on Wednesday, November 5, for Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima. Customers in states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal will face branch closures. While digital banking services remain operational, in-person transactions will be unavailable.
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Jemimah Rodrigues delivered a match-winning unbeaten 127, guiding India to a record ODI chase of 339 against Australia. This victory secured India's spot in the Women's World Cup final. Rodrigues expressed deep gratitude for her faith and support system. The team's remarkable performance overcame a challenging situation, setting up a historic win.
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A Russian crude oil tanker bound for India has altered its course and is now stationary in the Baltic Sea. This could indicate possible complications in crude oil trade between the two nations following stricter US sanctions against Russia.