Jamia Millia Islamia to resume student union elections after two decades

Rahul Gandhi's convoy involved in minor accident on Purvanchal Expressway

Rahul Gandhi's convoy involved in accident in Sultanpur, UP; Congress leader unhurt

A vehicle in Rahul Gandhi's convoy was involved in an accident in Sultanpur district of Uttar Pradesh. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was reported to be safe after the incident. The mishap involved his convoy while it was travelling through the district. Further details about the cause and extent of the damage were not immediately clear from the report. The Indian Express carried the news under the headline on the incident.

ABBA's 'Chiquitita' Royalties Have Raised Over $5 Million for UNICEF

Royalties from ABBA's 1979 song 'Chiquitita' have generated more than $5 million for UNICEF. The money goes toward programs that shield vulnerable children from abuse and violence. The commitment was first made at a United Nations concert focused on children's rights. In 2021, the band widened its backing by promising royalties from another of its songs to the agency. The pledge continues to channel music earnings into child protection efforts.

Banks to Close in Four States and Territories on October 26 for Valmiki Jayanti

Bank branches will be shut on October 26 in Tripura, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh, according to the report. The closures coincide with Valmiki Jayanti, part of a run of state-specific holidays tied to India's festival season. Other upcoming observances include Karva Chauth on October 29 and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary on October 31. Online and digital banking services are expected to keep functioning during these closures. Customers planning in-person visits are advised to check local holiday schedules beforehand.