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.
Punjab's Social Security Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur commits to addressing demands of blind unions, prioritizing Divyang quota vacancies and empowerment. Read the full story.
Labour and farm unions in Bathinda protested the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Bill, calling it a betrayal of rural workers. They demand MGNREGA be strengthened instead.
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.
The 2025 Hong Kong Entrepreneurs Forum in Guangzhou fostered GBA collaboration, featuring key speakers and focusing on innovation and youth entrepreneurship. Discover the key outcomes.
Top leaders & industrialists gather in Mumbai for the World Hindu Economic Forum on Dec 19-20. Theme: 'Innovation, Self-Reliance and Prosperity'. Join the discussion on growth rooted in Hindu values.
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.
15 teachers' unions in Punjab stage statewide protests against alleged harassment during election duty. They demand compensation for families of deceased teachers and better safety measures. Read more.
National media unions unite in Delhi, demanding a new wage board and opposing the four labour codes. Key demands include better pay, job security, and press freedom. Read the full story.
Journalist and media worker unions united at a national conference to demand the formation of a new wage board and oppose the four new labour codes. Key demands include social security and job security.
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.
At Doha Forum, Spain's Foreign Minister calls for an end to West Bank violence and a real Palestinian state. The bold declaration shocks Netanyahu and Trump. Read the full story.
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.
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the layoff of 250 State Department employees. The ruling cites a law passed after the government shutdown. Read the full story for details.
Yes Bank and Union Bank of India set to join NSE's Nifty Bank index, expanding it to 14 stocks. New SEBI rules trigger $670M outflows from HDFC, ICICI Bank. Read the full analysis.
Over 30 teachers' unions in Maharashtra will strike on December 5, demanding resolution on staffing patterns and CTET mandate. Schools may shut. Read full details.
Rajasthan's milk production & cattle feed turnover surged from ₹8,000 cr to ₹10,000 cr in 2 years. All 24 milk unions now profitable. Read about the state's dairy revolution.
Learn how to open a bank account online in India with our easy 2025 guide. Get step-by-step instructions, required documents, and tips for a seamless digital banking start.
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?
Travel operators in Thiruvananthapuram urge government intervention as auto-taxi unions block Uber and Ola in Kovalam, threatening tourism revenue and Kerala's image.
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.
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.
Rajasthan employee unions oppose state govt's order requiring institutions to fund pensions independently. Massive protest planned in Jaipur on December 14. Read full details.
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.
Kerala's trade unions pass a resolution demanding the withdrawal of the four labour codes, calling them anti-worker. The state announces a labour conclave to debate the issue. Read more.
India's new labour codes spark nationwide strikes, but could they pave way for innovative worker-industry partnerships? Explore the potential for win-win solutions in industrial relations.
Karnataka CM announces pay hike for RTC staff starting April 2026, but unions remain firm on demands including Rs 1,785 crore arrears and 25% salary increase. Read the latest developments.
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.
Public sector banks stage strong comeback with Nifty PSU Bank index surging 1.8%. Indian Bank leads with 65% returns as SBI crosses ₹9 lakh crore market cap. Discover the driving factors behind this impressive rally.