Bank Holiday List for 22-28 December: 6 Days Off
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.
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.
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J&K government resumes drilling at Nicha Hama lignite deposits after 30+ years. Can this indigenous fuel solve Kashmir's chronic winter electricity shortages? Read the full story.
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.
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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.
The Reserve Bank of India has given in-principle approval for Fino Payments Bank to transition into a small finance bank. This marks a major milestone for the 18-year-old company. Read more about the implications and Fino's unique strategy.
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Punjab National Bank closes applications for 750 Local Bank Officer posts today. Check eligibility, pay scale, and how to apply online at pnb.bank.in before the deadline.
India plans new public sector bank mergers to create global-sized lenders. While aiming to fund major projects, the move raises concerns over heightened systemic risk and concentration. Can India achieve scale without amplifying vulnerabilities?
Jharkhand banks hold Rs 1,490 crore unclaimed deposits affecting 38+ lakh account holders. Special drive underway until December to return money. Check Udgam portal.
Banks in Itanagar, Kohima, and Panaji will remain closed next week for state holidays. Check complete December 2025 bank holiday calendar and available online services.
Taxpayers under new regime lose Section 80C deductions for PPF, NSC, SCSS & KVP. Compare interest rates, tax benefits with FDs for informed investment decisions.
Banks remain operational across India on November 29, 2025, being the fifth Saturday. Check regional exceptions in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Plan your banking activities accordingly.
Bandhan Bank approves sale of ₹7,000 crore NPAs and written-off portfolios via asset reconstruction companies. Learn how this strategic move impacts the banking sector.
Plan your December 2025 finances! The RBI has announced 13 state-wise bank holidays. Check the complete list for Christmas, regional festivals, and long weekends.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announces collaboration with banks under 'Apki Punji, Apka Adhikar' to return unclaimed deposits. Over Rs 1,887 crore already returned nationwide. Learn how to claim your money.
India's finance ministry and RBI are creating a single portal to search & claim unclaimed deposits, shares, and pensions. Aims to return billions in idle funds to citizens.
Gadchiroli's abundant mineral reserves including iron ore and limestone could drive significant economic growth with industrial backing. Collector Avishyant Panda presents investment roadmap.
An SBI branch in Odisha's Bhadrak became inaccessible for 2 days after an anti-encroachment drive demolished its staircase. Staff & customers used a tractor-mounted ladder. Full story inside.
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Plan your banking in December 2025 with our comprehensive state-wise holiday list for Indian banks. Check dates now to avoid inconvenience!
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