Bank unions have called nationwide strikes from September 11 and an indefinite strike from October 26, escalating their fight for five-day banking and against the government’s revised PLI scheme.

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#MintMarkets | Indian equity benchmarks extended losses on Wednesday morning, with the Sensex falling 753.38 points to 76,190.91 and the Nifty declining 238.30 points to 23,817.50.

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The price of the yellow metal in India's retail market declined on Wednesday, 2 September, amid ongoing uncertainty over the US-Iran conflict in the Middle East, and fears of a Fed rate hike.

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iPhone maker Apple Inc. is paying its former Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Tim Cook, a $47 million compensation package as he transitions to the newly created role of executive chairman.

Here's how much he will make in annual salary 💰
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#MintMarkets | Why is the stock market down today?

Let's take a look at key factors behind the fall in the Indian stock market 📉
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📉Market Closing | Benchmark indices closed lower on Wednesday, with Sensex slipping 373 points to 76,570.35 and Nifty slipping 141 points to 23,914.45, amid weak market sentiment.

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‘Rise up and fight’: Trump challenges Iranians as he claims US has ‘almost total control’ of Hormuz

https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/rise-up-and-fight-trump-challenges-iranians-as-he-claims-us-has-almost-total-control-of-hormuz-11788385015976.html

Petrol and diesel prices today, 3 Sep: How costly is fuel in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru as Crude price eases https://www.livemint.com/news/india/petrol-and-diesel-prices-today-3-sep-how-costly-is-fuel-in-delhi-mumbai-bengaluru-as-crude-price-eases/amp-11788395987356.html

Former Indian Air Force Group Captain and Vir Chakra awardee Abhinandan Varthaman, who shot down a Pakistani F-16 fighter jet post-Balakot operations, reportedly quit the Indian Air Force and joined a private airline, sources said on Wednesday.

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#WATCH | Mathura, Uttar Pradesh: Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi was illuminated with lights ahead of Shri Krishna Janmashtami.

#WATCH | Jeetendra Mishra’s old video with PM Modi goes viral after Ram Mandir CEO appointment

Raghav Chadha accused the AAP-led Punjab government of political vendetta after his name was removed from the draft electoral rolls during the SIR exercise. AAP rejected the charge, saying the ECI conducts the revision and the state government has no role in voter deletions.

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US President Donald Trump on Wednesday became the first sitting president in nearly a century to be featured on a coin designated for circulation. The $1 coin, issued to commemorate the 250th anniversary, has sparked controversy over its legality.

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SpiceJet plans to expand operations by adding 20 aircraft to its fleet by mid-November, aiming for 200 daily flights during the winter season. The budget carrier will expand capacity with 15 Boeing and five Airbus planes.

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#MintMarkets | Indian equity markets ended lower on Thursday, with the Sensex falling 417.49 points to 76,152.86 and the Nifty declining 41 points to 23,873.45.

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Tamil Nadu CM C Vijay Joseph announced plans to establish a world-class Olympic City and a dedicated motorsports city in Chennai. The projects will feature advanced training facilities and aim to help athletes win more medals and promote motorsports.

Read in detail 👇
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#MintMarkets | Stock market prediction for Sep 4: What will happen to Sensex, Nifty, Bank Nifty, KOSPI, Nikkei on Friday.

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The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) told the Bombay High Court that Old Monk cannot be sold as rum as the product is made using neutral spirit and rum flavouring.

https://www.livemint.com/news/old-monk-cant-be-sold-as-rum-fssai-tells-court-as-firm-submits-revised-labels-11788381077928.html

WhatsApp is rolling out its Bill Payments feature in India, enabling users to search for, access, and pay their utility and home bills without ever leaving the messaging app.

How to pay electricity, gas and other bills 🗒
https://www.livemint.com/technology/whatsapp-bill-payments-explained-how-to-pay-electricity-gas-and-other-bills-11788428352947.html

The BRICS Business Forum and the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit are scheduled to be held from September 11 to 13 in New Delhi. The government announced the holiday to minimise inconvenience to the general public during the event.

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/brics-summit-delhi-lg-declares-september-11-holiday-govt-offices-to-remain-shut-11788436486929.html

India's food exports are under scrutiny after a raid in Mumbai revealed fake labels on products. Canada's food agency is monitoring the situation but has no evidence that products entered the country.

https://www.livemint.com/news/india/fake-labels-real-concerns-canada-checks-import-risks-after-mumbai-warehouse-raid-new-hurdle-for-indias-food-exports-11788439183131.html