RBI's 2026 Bank Holiday List: Key Dates to Know
The Reserve Bank of India has released the official list of bank holidays for 2026. Plan your financial year with our detailed guide to over 100 days of national, regional, and religious closures.
The Reserve Bank of India has released the official list of bank holidays for 2026. Plan your financial year with our detailed guide to over 100 days of national, regional, and religious closures.
Confused about bank timings for Christmas? Banks are closed only in Mizoram, Nagaland & Meghalaya on Dec 24. Nationwide holiday on Dec 25. Check state-wise list and plan your banking.
Panjab University's Sector 14 post office is now Punjab's first Gen Z-themed facility. Featuring Wi-Fi, digital payments, and a mini library, it aims to be a modern hub for students. Read more about this innovative revamp by India Post.
Bank employees across India demand a 5-day work week, planning sit-ins and a nationwide strike in January 2025 if the government fails to act. Read the full story.
RBI releases 2026 holiday calendar. Banks across India to remain shut for 10 days in January. Check city-wise list for New Year, Republic Day, Pongal & more.
Years after the Karuvannur cooperative bank scam surfaced, over Rs 260 crore remains locked for 30,078 depositors. Govt data reveals slow repayments hinge on loan recovery. Details inside.
Chandigarh's Sector 14 Post Office at Panjab University reopens Monday with a cafe-style makeover. Featuring Wi-Fi, seating & coffee, it aims to be a youth hub. Read about India Post's modernization drive.
Banks will be shut for up to six days next week in parts of India due to festivals and weekends. Check the full state-wise list of closures and available online services.
IIM Lucknow unveils Uttar Pradesh's first Gen-Z post office, blending high-tech services like QR payments & automated parcel units with student-centric amenities. Discover how India Post is reinventing itself for the digital generation.
State-owned banks like Canara Bank and SBI are top picks for Dalal Street in 2025, outperforming private banks. The Nifty PSU Bank index surges 28%, driven by credit growth and strong asset quality. Read more.
Banks in Sikkim are closed on December 20, 2025, for the Losoong harvest festival, creating a three-day weekend. Check the full list of 17 bank holidays across India for December 2025 here.
Delhi University unveils a vibrant, student-designed post office with free Wi-Fi and QR booking. Part of India Post's plan to revamp 46 campus post offices by 2026. Discover how it's becoming a social and study hub.
IIM Lucknow launches a first-of-its-kind Gen-Z post office on campus, featuring QR payments, automated parcel units, and free Wi-Fi. A modern twist for India Post. Read more!
Mangaluru police arrest a 22-year-old for a misleading social media post about a communal incident. The post was found to be false and aimed at disturbing harmony. Read details.
A new report reveals a 16% drop in debit card usage in India, as consumers prefer UPI for daily spends and credit cards for high-value purchases. Explore the changing landscape of digital payments.
Two Indian Bank employees in Rajkot face charges for misappropriating pledged gold worth Rs 64 lakh. The accused, who controlled the locker keys, were transferred after an internal probe. Police investigation is ongoing.
Amazon Pay introduces UPI biometric authentication for Android users, enabling PIN-free transactions up to ₹5,000 using fingerprint or facial recognition for faster, more secure payments.
Global markets brace for key decisions from the BOE, ECB, and BOJ. Dollar holds firm as UK inflation surprise boosts BOE rate cut bets. Trump hints at dovish future Fed chair. Full analysis inside.
Google Pay partners with Axis Bank to launch FLEX, a RuPay-powered UPI credit card offering instant rewards. Also introduces 'Pocket Money' for kids and new merchant tools. Join the waitlist now!
India Post launches a vibrant Gen Z-themed post office in Bengaluru with free coffee, Wi-Fi & games. Aimed at students, it marks a major shift from traditional postal services. Explore the new face of postal services!
Paytm Payments Services secures RBI authorisation to operate as a payment aggregator for offline and cross-border transactions, expanding its financial services footprint. Discover the implications for India's digital payments landscape.
Google Pay partners with Axis Bank to launch 'Flex', a first-of-its-kind UPI-powered credit card in India. Get instant credit, rewards, and seamless payments. Learn more!
Google Pay shifts from distributing loans to launching its own credit card 'Flex' with Axis Bank. The move aims to serve India's underserved credit market and create a comprehensive financial platform.
Google Pay and Axis Bank launch a new RuPay-powered co-branded credit card, integrating UPI payments with instant rewards and flexible EMI options. Learn more about its features.
Amazon India launches biometric authentication for UPI payments, enabling faster, password-free checkouts. This move aims to boost digital payment security and convenience for millions of users.
India Post launches its first Gen Z post office at IIT Bombay with a cool, swanky design aimed at youth. Read about this transformative public service leap.
HDFC Bank subsidiaries get RBI approval to acquire up to 9.5% stake in IndusInd Bank. The move signals strong support for the lender. Read the full details here.
UK fintech Revolut plans to disrupt India's cross-border payments, targeting travel, education, and freelancers. CEO Paroma Chatterjee details strategy for 20M users by 2030.
The RBI grants in-principle approval for Fino Payments Bank to convert into a small finance bank, marking a historic first. This move will allow it to offer lending services and expand its portfolio. Read more about the implications.
Banks will be closed for four days next week from 8-14 Dec 2025, but only in specific states. Check the full list of holidays for SBI, PNB, HDFC, ICICI and online banking options.