Bank Holiday: Banks Closed in Shillong on Dec 18
Banks in Shillong are closed today, December 18, 2025, for U SoSo Tham's death anniversary. Check city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
Banks in Shillong are closed today, December 18, 2025, for U SoSo Tham's death anniversary. Check city-wise operational status and available digital banking services.
Maharashtra cabinet approves amendment to prevent election delays. Returning officer's nomination decision now final, curbing court appeals. Read how this impacts upcoming ZP and Panchayat Samiti polls.
IDFC FIRST Bank unveils 'IDFC FIRST Global Savings' for NRIs in GIFT City, offering high-interest rates in USD, EUR, and GBP. A strategic move to attract NRI deposits with competitive returns.
A 25-year-old in Ahmedabad faces legal action after allowing a friend to use his bank account for a commission, linked to cyberfraud worth lakhs. Read the full story.
Junagadh police arrest monk Kalyangiri for orchestrating a cyberfraud network using rented bank accounts. Over Rs 41 lakh linked to eight complaints. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Ahmedabad court rejects bail for Anil Karavadra, accused of being a mule account holder in a Rs 17 lakh cyber fraud. The scam involved a fake police officer and a 'digital arrest'. Read the full details.
Kerala High Court raises alarm over petitions to unfreeze cybercrime-linked accounts, suspects a syndicate. Lawyers issued show-cause notices. Details inside.
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.
Opposition candidates in Patiala district carried duplicate nomination files to counter alleged snatching by AAP-backed elements. Congress, SAD, BJP decry 'coercive tactics' in zila parishad polls.
Maharashtra's State Election Commission is pushing to amend ZP election rules to remove court appeals that delay polls. This aims to prevent disruptions like those seen in recent municipal elections.
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.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra states credit growth at 1x GDP is sustainable, warns against 2x expansion seen pre-2012 that hurt asset quality. Bank credit grew 11.3% YoY to ₹198 tn.
A new US law creates investment accounts for newborns with a $1,000 seed fund. Learn how the 'Trump Account' works, who qualifies, and its potential impact on inequality.
RBI's MPC slashed repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%, urging banks to cut lending rates. See how HDFC, SBI, ICICI, and other top banks' home loan rates are impacted. Check your potential EMI savings now!
The Reserve Bank of India's MPC cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% in its December policy. This marks a cumulative reduction of 125 bps since February. Read the full analysis.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra-led MPC reduces repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25% in December 2025 policy review. Key decisions and implications for loans and economy explained.
RBI mandates banks to offer ATM cards, cheque books & unlimited deposits in BSBD accounts. Existing customers can now switch. Discover the new banking freedom.
749 nominations filed for Zila Parishad & Block Samiti polls in Patiala amid allegations of nomination papers being snatched & torn. Six police cases registered. Details inside.
A 74-year-old woman in Ahmedabad lost Rs 6.97 lakh after a fraudster posed as a bank official. Learn the details of this cybercrime and how to protect yourself.
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.
BofA India Economist Rahul Bajoria explains why the rupee's fall past 90 vs USD is different from past cycles. Inflation is not a major concern, and the pressure is expected to persist for weeks. Read the full analysis.
The Indian rupee's sharp fall against the US dollar is driving up import costs and inflation. Experts analyze the impact on fuel, edible oils, and the broader economy. Read more.
RBI's new digital banking framework, effective Jan 1, 2026, tightens bank approvals, mandates explicit customer consent, and bans service bundling. Learn how it protects users.
Bokaro DC Ajay Nath Jha orders schools to complete Aadhaar seeding and bank mapping within 72 hours. Principals' salaries may be withheld for non-compliance. Scholarship applications are also under review.
The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee has started its crucial meeting. The decision on key interest rates, expected on December 5, comes amid falling inflation and strong GDP growth. Read the full analysis.
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.
The Indian rupee plunged to a historic low of 89.95 against the US dollar, driven by weak inflows and a missing US trade deal. Experts warn of further decline to the 90-92 band. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat High Court questions SBI, PNB & AMCo Bank for withholding widow's joint FD savings. Dispute arises from her late husband's alleged will to another woman. Read the full story.
A 40-year-old bank clerk in Berhampur has been arrested for allegedly misappropriating over ₹6.28 lakh from 26 savings accounts. The fraud was uncovered after customers complained. Read the full details of the case and ongoing police investigation.