January 2026 Bank Holidays: Full List of Closures
Plan your financial tasks! Banks in India will observe up to 16 holidays in January 2026, including Republic Day and regional festivals. Check the state-wise list here.
Plan your financial tasks! Banks in India will observe up to 16 holidays in January 2026, including Republic Day and regional festivals. Check the state-wise list here.
Senior BJP leader and cooperative banking stalwart Ramesh Mantri passed away in Nagpur at 73. A key figure in resolving banking crises, his expertise was nationally recognized. Read more about his legacy.
Minister Satish Jarkiholi assures policy alignment with Souharda cooperative demands, prioritizing depositor safety. Key leaders highlight the sector's role in financial inclusion. Read more.
AIBEA demands disciplinary action for customers abusing bank staff, highlights recruitment slowdown's impact on CASA deposits, and reaffirms opposition to bank privatisation. Read key insights from the Pune conference.
Tamil Nadu Cooperative Bank has launched Assistant Recruitment 2026 for graduates. Online registration ends Dec 31, 2025. Check eligibility, selection process, and apply now at tncoopsrb.in.
A retired branch manager and six others are accused of a Rs 1.65 crore scam at Union Bank's Nagpur branch using fake documents. Police investigation ongoing.
With Congress securing a majority in the MCDCC Bank board, a power struggle ensues for the president and vice-president posts. Key MLAs back candidates for the influential Rs 2,500 crore turnover bank.
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.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath announces a reduction in cooperative loan interest from 11.5% to 6% for small farmers. Read how the state subsidy will aid agriculture.
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.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath accused previous governments of destroying state cooperatives. He announced a 'One District, One Cooperative Bank' model and ₹4,700 crore relief for depositors.
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.
Himachal Pradesh High Court directs Kangra bank to release DGM's pending pay & promotion benefits since 2022, but refuses to quash chargesheet. Details on the legal battle inside.
A major fraud of Rs 2.03 crore siphoned from Gujarat Tourism's bank account via forged documents. Union Bank manager suspended. Details of the investigation inside.
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.
Depositors and shareholders of Baghat Cooperative Bank staged a protest demanding action against officials for alleged lapses in loan sanctioning, causing financial distress. Read the full story.
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.
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.
Bharat Taxi, a cooperative ride-hailing platform, launches in Delhi on January 1. With 56,000 drivers, it lets drivers keep 80% of earnings, challenging Uber and Ola. Read more.
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.
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.
Bharat Taxi, a new cooperative ride-hailing app backed by major cooperatives like Amul and IFFCO, begins pilot in Delhi. With over 51,000 drivers, it offers a zero-commission model. Read more about this alternative to Ola and Uber.
Kerala High Court halts removal of Karassery Cooperative Bank's elected committee for two weeks. The petition alleges illegal membership grants and political interference. Details inside.
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.
Bharat Taxi, India's new cooperative taxi app, has enrolled over 51,000 drivers before its national launch. The zero-commission model sends 100% of fares to drivers. Beta trials have begun in Delhi.
India's Bharat Taxi, a national ride-hailing cooperative owned by drivers, has onboarded over 51,000 drivers in just 10 days, surpassing global counterparts. Beta trials have begun in Delhi.
Kozhikode DCC submits report against party leader for alleged CPM links and fake votes in cooperative bank. Board dissolved, police complaint filed. Read the full story.
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.