New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- The ongoing US government shutdown has entered its second week with no resolution in sight, and a series of looming deadlines could intensify the pressure on Congress to act. According to Axios, key dates over the coming weeks will determine when federal workers, military service members, and public programs start to feel the most painful impacts of the funding lapse.

Friday marks the last paycheck for many federal employees covering work completed in September. No additional pay will be issued for October work until the shutdown ends. The news outlet notes that agencies such as the Energy Department's National Nuclear Security Administration could begin cutting staff as funding dries up.

Congressional schedules may...