Amid the ongoing disturbance in Manipur, Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Monday urged people to maintain peace in the state. He noted that as many as 60 people have lost their lives, 231 sustained injuries, and almost 1,700 houses were burned down in the violence that started on May 3.

Speaking to the media he appealed to everyone to bring peace and calm to the state. He also said transportation for stranded people to their respective locations has been started.

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The Supreme Court on Monday asked the Manipur and Central governments to take measures and raise security, relief, and rehabilitation efforts for the violence-hit areas in the northeastern state.

Due to the violence, Union Home Minister Amit Shah cancelled his campaign for the Bharatiya Janata Party ahead of the Karnataka Assembly Elections scheduled for May 3. Reports said Shah is monitoring the situation and cancelled all his poll meetings and conducted multiple meetings via video conferencing with Manipur officials.

Earlier, the Mizoram government sent charter planes to evacuate its residents stranded in violence-hit areas in Manipur. He also urged the central and Manipur governments to make more efforts in order to end mob violence in the state of Mizoram.

Violence in multiple parts of Manipur started after a Tribal Solidarity March that was organised by the tribals of areas under the aegis of All Tribal Students Union Manipur (ATSUM). Protestors demanded for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for non-tribal Meiteis who dominate the Imphal Valley.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee banned the controversial film, The Kerala Story, in the state on Monday. Helmed by Sudipto Sen, the film stars Adah Sharma, Siddhi Idnani, Yogita Bihani, and Sonia Balani in lead roles and has triggered a massive debate on social media regarding its credibility.

Speaking to the media, CM Banerjee said the West Bengal government has decided to ban The Kerala Story to avoid any incident of hatred and violence and to maintain peace in the state.

She also called the film a distorted story.

The Kerala Story producer Vipul Shah reacts to the ban

Reacting to the pan, the film’s producer Vipul Shah decided to take legal action against the move and said the makers will fight whatever is possible under the provisions of the law.

Meanwhile, The Kerala Story’s release was halted in theatres of Tamil Nadu. President of Tamil Nadu Theatre and Multiplex Owners Association, M Subramaniam, said the locally-owned multiplexes decided not to show the film as it does not feature any popular star. He said the film did not do well in a few districts following which theatres decided to pull it down as it is not worth the threat of protests.

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Madhya Pradesh announces The Kerala Story tax-free

Last week, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan made the film tax-free. In a video, CM Chouhan said the film exposed the horrific truth of terrorism and how the life of daughters are trapped by love jihad. He said the film exposed the design of terrorism and creates awareness about conversion, therefore, should be watched by everyone.

Earlier, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan slammed the makers and said the film is a product of the Sangh Parivar’s factory and a result of divisive politics using fake stories through such films.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a rally in Karnataka, said The Kerala Story exposes terror conspiracies in the state. He took a dig at the Congress and said the party is standing with such terror elements that have destroyed the nation from within.

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The sixth month of the year, June, has thirty days. And as we know, with each month comes some major changes in finance and banks, it is crucial to check the list of bank holidays before scheduling a bank visit.

In June, banks across different states of India will remain closed for 12 days including second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays. The month will observe festivals like Raja Sankranti, Eid-Ul-Adha, Rath Yatra, Kharchi Puja, and others.

Additionally, both private and public banks are non-functional on second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays.

The Reserve Bank of India allows public holidays with some regional holidays across different states and banks in India are regulated by the RBI including banking schedules and holidays. If you are planning a bank visit for your financial needs, it is advised to schedule your visits based on the bank holidays calendar.

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Check the state-wise list of bank holidays in June 2023

The RBI categorises holidays into three categories-Holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act and Real-Time Gross Settlement Holiday, Holidays under the Negotiable Instruments Act, and Banks’ Closing of Accounts.

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