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342‑km Bengaluru‑Vijayawada Expressway Set to Cut Travel Time, Target 2027

Construction of a 342‑km greenfield expressway linking Bengaluru and Vijayawada is underway, with completion aimed for 2027. The project promises to slash travel time and upgrade existing roads.

20 Oct 2026

Karnataka Bank COO Raja B S Resigns Effective Oct 19, 2026

Karnataka Bank has announced that its Chief Operating Officer, Raja B S, will step down from his position effective October 19, 2026.

20 Oct 2026

Gold price in Chennai rises by Rs 280 per 10 grams

The latest market data shows gold prices in Chennai have increased by Rs 280 per 10 grams, as reported by News18 Tamil.

20 Oct 2026

Corporates Leverage Heritage and Community Projects to Celebrate Durga Puja in West Bengal

Major Indian firms are partnering with heritage bodies and local communities to support Durga Puja celebrations across West Bengal, funding restored pandals and artisan programmes.

20 Oct 2026

Gold Prices in Tamil Nadu on Oct 20, 2026: 22‑carat and 24‑carat Rates Released

Business Today published the official 22‑carat and 24‑carat gold rates for Tamil Nadu on 20 October 2026.

20 Oct 2026

Banks Closed on Dussehra Holiday Across India on Oct 20, 2026

All scheduled bank branches will remain shut on Monday, October 20, 2026, as Dussehra is observed as a public holiday nationwide.

20 Oct 2026

Banks Closed on Oct 20, 2026 for Dussehra: All Financial Institutions Shut Down

All banks across India will be closed on October 20, 2026, in observance of Dussehra, as per the RBI’s official holiday list. Digital banking services will remain operational.

20 Oct 2026

Contractors Demand Fair Fund Distribution and Release of Pending Payments

Construction contractors have voiced concerns over uneven fund allocation and outstanding payments, urging authorities to ensure equitable distribution.

20 Oct 2026

India‑New Zealand Free Trade Agreement Effective 20 Oct, Commerce Secretary Confirms

India and New Zealand’s free trade agreement will take effect on 20 October, the Commerce Secretary said.

20 Oct 2026

Moneycontrol.com Reports Market Action, Details Unavailable

Moneycontrol.com posted a headline 'Market Action' without additional details, leaving investors waiting for clarification.

20 Oct 2026

African Mining Week 2026 Technical Track Focuses on Post‑Mine Opportunities

The 2026 edition of African Mining Week’s technical track highlighted strategies that extend value creation beyond the mine site, emphasizing sustainability and community integration.

20 Oct 2026

Sensex Falls Over 900 Points, Nifty50 Slips Below 22,900 in Market Crash

Indian equity markets witnessed a sharp decline as the Sensex dropped more than 900 points and the Nifty50 fell below the 22,900 level. The fall marked a notable crash in today's trading session.

20 Oct 2026