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New Delhi: Wondering if banks will be open on Friday, June 7, due to Bakra Eid (Eid al-Adha)? As the festival is celebrated in many parts of the country, people are eager to know if banking services will be affected and whether their state has declared a holiday. Yes, most banks across the country will remain closed today, June 7, in observance of Bakra Eid. This will be followed by the usual Sunday holiday on June 8. However, according to the RBI's holiday list, banks will stay open in only three cities -- Ahmedabad, Gangtok, and Itanagar. - June 11 (Wednesday) - Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti / Saga Dawa ▸ Banks will be closed in Sikkim and Himachal Pradesh Even on bank holidays, essential digital services remain active. Customers can use net banking, mobile banking, UPI, and ATMs without any disruption. However, cheque clearance and other in-branch services under the Negotiable Instruments Act will be paused until banks reopen.
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday extended his greetings on the occasion of Guru Purnima. In a post on X Rahul Gandhi stated,'Heartiest greetings to all of you on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima. Thanks to all the Gurus who show us the path of compassion, kowledge, patience and truth in life.' A Guru is considered an essential guide for one's success in life. Thousands of people visit their respected Gurus on this day, presenting gifts to them as per their abilities. The belief is that respecting Gurus on ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 3: Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India, today announced the launch of Sparsh Week 2025, a landmark initiative that will bring together over 1 lakh employees across its network of 5,868 branches nationwide to strengthen relationships and deliver memorable experiences for customers. Scheduled from 1st to 5th September, this flagship event will see the leadership and employees across the country actively engage with customers and celebrate the spirit of service that defines the Bank. With the theme Raise the Bar, this year edition is ...Read More >
October 2025 is packed with major festivals like Dussehra, Diwali, Chath Puja and Durga Puja In this festive season, several states will observe many bank holidays during the month. In October 2025, there will be a national holiday when banks across all states will remain closed. Due to various local festivals, several bank branches will also remain closed in different states. While online banking services will remain available, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has listed specific days in October ...Read More >
During the investigation, police uncovered a well-organised network operating across multiple states with links to international cyber fraud syndicates, particularly in Cambodia. "We have so far identified over 260 bank accounts linked to more than 100 fictitious companies used to channel the proceeds of crime. The total number of complaints linked to the syndicate stands at 2,567," police said. The key accused, Karan Kajaria, was apprehended at Kolkata airport on April 3 after a Look Out Circu ...Read More >
New Delhi: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is probing from all angles, including sabotage, in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad that killed 274 people on board and on the ground last month, Minister of State (MoS) For Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol said. Mohol said the black box of the Air India flight AI 171 that has been recovered is in AAIB's custody and will not be outside the country for a thorough assessment. The MoS was speaking at the Pune chapter of the Emerging Business Conclave. "It (plane crash) was an unfortunate incident. The AAIB has begun a full investig ...Read More >
MUMBAI: ICICI Bank has rolled back its rule requiring new savings accounts opened after Aug 1 to maintain a monthly average balance (MAB) of Rs 50,000 and has revised the threshold to Rs 15,000. The move follows a social media backlash against the higher balance requirement, which was criticised for making banking exclusive.The bank said it has revised its schedule of charges and MAB requirements following customer feedback. The changes do not apply to salary accounts, senior citizens above 60 years, basic accounts/PM Jan Dhan Yojana accounts, or those opened before July 31, 2025.Meanwhile, HD ...Read More >
New Delhi: Boasting of digital growth in India's largest public sector bank State Bank of India (SBI), Union finance minister on Tuesday said that digital transformation undertaken by SBI in the last decade has been immensely beneficial to its customers. Congratulating SBI on completing 70 years of service to the nation, she expressed hope that the bank will continue to innovate and empower as India continues its journey towards 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. "With over 23,000 branches, 78,000 customer service points (CSPs) and 64,000 ATMs, SBI's footprint today is formidable and it is truly the ba ...Read More >
Bank holidays in India vary from one region to another. They differ from one state to the next and are often influenced by local festivities, religious events, and regional festivals. Many people in India are unsure about bank holidays. Reserve Bank of India states banks are closed on the second and fourth SaturdaysWith a busy work schedule, many individuals push their bank related work to Saturday to visit the branch and finish transactions. However, it is always confusing to know if this Saturd ...Read More >
New Delhi, August 3: The government on Sunday termed "untrue" a WhatsApp message that claimed the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had ordered banks to cease issuing Rs 500 notes via ATMs by September 30, saying no such instruction has been issued. The deceptive message also claims that 90 per cent of ATMs will cease issuing Rs 500 notes by March 31, 2026, and 75 per cent will do so by September 30. Additionally, it advises people to begin "liquidating" their Rs 500 notes and implies that only Rs 100 and Rs 200 notes will be accessible through ATMs in the future. Did RBI Order Banks To Stop Dispen ...Read More >
Several banks, including HDFC Bank, Punjab National Bank, and Bandhan Bank, have revised their ATM usage rules ahead of the new financial year starting April 1, 2026. Several banks, including HDFC Bank, Punjab National Bank, and Bandhan Bank, have revised their ATM usage rules ahead of the new financial year starting April 1, 2026. The changes mainly impact how free ATM transactions are counted and the daily cash withdrawal limits for debit cards. HDFC Bank: UPI ATM withdrawals now counted as r ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday extended his greetings on the occasion of Guru Purnima. In a post on X Rahul Gandhi stated,Heartiest greetings to all of you on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima. Thanks to all the Gurus who show us the path of compassion, kowledge, patience and truth in life. A Guru is considered an essential guide for one success in life. Thousands of people visit their respected Gurus on this day, presenting gifts to them as per their abilities. The belief is that respecting Gurus on Gur ...Read More >
The RBI bank holiday calendar will be followed by all public and private sector banks, including SBI, PNB, BOI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis Bank and others. Check out the full list of bank holidays this week: I. March 30: The banks will observe a holiday due to Mahavir Jayanti in Karnataka. II. March 31: Banks in Ahmedabad, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, New Delhi, Bihar, and Jharkhand will observe a holiday due to Mahavir Janmakalyanak/Mahavir Jayanti. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 4 (PTI) A 28-year-old man has been arrested from Ghaziabad for allegedly cheating a Delhi woman of more than Rs 1.51 lakh on the pretext of filing a job application, police said on Saturday. Accused Keshav Kumar Karn, a resident of Ghaziabad's Khoda Colony, was apprehended by a team from the Cyber police station in Shahdara district. A mobile phone and a SIM card were recovered from his possession, officials said. According to police, the case was registered on November 13, 2025, following a complaint from a woman resident of East Rohtash Nagar, who reported being duped throug ...Read More >
New Delhi, Dec 18 (PTI) Reliance Nippon Life Insurance, a subsidiary of debt-ridden Reliance Capital (RCAP), has initiated talks with IndusInd Bank for bancassurance partnership as the IIHL and RCAP deal has reached the final lap. Mauritius-based IndusInd International Holdings Ltd (IIHL), the parent entity of IndusInd Bank, won the bid to acquire RCAP and entities under it. Also Read | Cancer Vaccine Ready for Use, Announces Russia; What Is the Cost? How Effective Is It? When Will It Be Available?. "IIHL and Japan-based Nippon Life have struck a good understanding and they are absolutely c ...Read More >
Ujjain, July 10: On the auspicious day of Guru Purnima, the sacred Bhasma Aarti was performed at the Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga Temple in Ujjain. Devotees gathered in large numbers to witness the early morning ritual, which is considered very divine. The temple resonated with chants and spiritual fervor, marking the worship of Lord Shiva and spiritual gurus. Today also marks the end of the month of Ashadh and the beginning of the month of Sawan. From today, the Kanvar Yatra will also begin. Guru Purnima 2025 Date and Shubh Muhurat: Know Vyasa Purnima Tithi Timings and Significance of the Day De ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 10 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar offered wishes on the occasion of Guru Purnima on Thursday. In a post on X he said, 'Greetings on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima, I bow to all the Gurus. The knowledge and guidance of the Gurus shape our lives.' https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1943149215766712441 A Guru is considered an essential guide for one's success in life. Thousands of people visit their respected Gurus on this day, presenting gifts to them as per their abilities. The belief is that respecting Gurus on Guru Purnima brings positive ...Read More >
New Delhi: If you're planning a bank visit this weekend, here's something you should know: Saturday, July 12, 2025, falls on the second Saturday of the month. All banks across India will remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays, as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar. So, if you have any important banking tasks it's best to get them done before the weekend. Since it's the second Saturday of the month, all banks across India will remain closed as per the RBI's holiday schedule. - July 13 (Sunday): Banks will be closed nationwide. - July 14 (Monday): Holiday in Meghal ...Read More >
Mumbai, September 27: Banks will be closed for more than 15 days in October 2025 as the 10th month of the 25th year of the 21st century is packed with major festivals such as Dussehra, Diwali, Chath Puja and Durga Puja. During October, several states will observe bank holidays due to regional festivals in addition to national holidays. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), banks across the country will stay shut for a total of 15 days in October. The October bank holiday of 15 days excludes all Sunday holidays when banks remain closed for business. As per the RBI list, banks will stay ...Read More >
There has been considerable confusion over whether the Diwali bank holiday falls on Monday or Tuesday this year. To clarify, banks in certain states observed the holiday on Monday, while in others, bank branches will remain closed today, Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Income Tax Guide Income Tax Slabs FY 2025-26Income Tax Calculator 2025New Income Tax Bill 2025 Bank holiday on October 21, 2025A bank holiday will be observed in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Sikkim, Manipur, Chhattisgarh, Jam ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 6: In a move to uphold animal welfare and maintain public hygiene, the Delhi Government has issued a strict advisory against the illegal killing and sacrifice of cows, calves, camels, and other prohibited animals during the Bakra-Eid on June 7, a release said. The advisory issued by the Delhi Government outlines strict guidelines to ensure lawful and hygienic practices during Bakra Eid. It mandates that all sacrificial rituals must occur exclusively at designated locations, explicitly prohibiting sacrifices on roadsides, streets, or any public spaces. It emphasises zero tolera ...Read More >
Nagpur: Warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj belonged to the entire country, but British history tried to confine him as a regional icon, said BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sudhanshu Trivedi, who was in Nagpur on Friday to attend an event marking the 351st anniversary of Shivaji Maharaj's coronation. Trivedi told TOI at the event organized by Shivaji Maharaj Kruti Samiti that Shivaji Maharaj's contribution in 'safeguarding' the southern part of India from Mughal invasion must not be forgotten.Trivedi said, "Shivaji Maharaj belonged to all of us, entire country. Unfortunately, the British p ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police has busted a gang involved in duping a retired government employee of Rs 14 lakh through a digital arrest scam and arrested two members who provided bank accounts to the fraudsters. Police received a complaint from the victim, who stated that he got a video call from a person posing as a Cyber Crime officer from Mumbai. The caller threatened him, claiming that his bank account was being used for fraud and that a team was on its way to arrest him. The panicked complainant, following the caller's instructions, transferred Rs 14 lakh into a bank account provided duri ...Read More >
Panic gripped Ladhewali market this morning after traders learnt that four unidentified men had looted Rs 14 lakh cash from the ATM of the State Bank of India (SBI). The looters came in a Swift car carrying gas cutter machines past midnight. They first black sprayed the CCTV cameras installed inside the ATM and worked to break open the cash shelves. They spent over an hour and fled in the car with the cash. The shopkeepers in the market area said the bank staff had not deployed any security gua ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Ahead of the Assembly elections in Bihar, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Thursday announced the launch of "VoterAdhikarYatra" against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and called on people to "join this people's movement" Making the announcement in a post on X, the Congress MP said, "From August 17, with #VoterAdhikarYatra, we are launching a direct fight against vote theft from the soil of Bihar" Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
Dispur (Assam) [India], August 14 (ANI): The Assam Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has taken a key decision, including amending building byelaws to ensure ease of doing business. Procurement of 500 MW power, approval of 1500 MV pumped storage project and approving financial sanction of the remaining amount of Rs. 375 crores for the continuation of Ayushman Asom Yojna to provide free medical treatment to the beneficiaries were among the key decisions taken in the meeting. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, An ...Read More >
New Delhi: Bollywood top actress Deepika Padukone has once again proved that she is a global icon. The actress has been chosen as a recipient of prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame star in the coming year. Deepika has pinned India on the global map as Hollywood Chamber of Commerce honours Deepika with her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for the class of 2026 in Motion Pictures category. Announced over a live-stream, it becomes even more special as Deepika becomes the first Indian to receive this prestigious accolade. Our Indian superstar shares the class with Emily Blunt, Timothée Chalamet, ...Read More >
New Delhi: A nationwide Bharat Bandh (general strike) has been called for today, July 9, by a coalition of 10 central trade unions. Over 25 crore workers across various sectors are expected to participate in this strike, which has been organized to protest against the government's economic policies and labour reforms. The unions claim these policies are detrimental to workers, farmers, and the poor, benefiting big corporations instead. The Bharat Bandh is being organized in response to what trade unions call the "anti-worker" and "anti-farmer" policies of the Union Government. The strike has ...Read More >
Surat (Gujarat) [India], August 21: KP Group, a leading name in India's renewable energy sector, is stepping up its expansion with a clear goal of reaching 10 GW capacity by 2030. With projects already underway in Gujarat, the Group is working on projects in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, supported by a strong order book and government partnerships. KP Group has signed memoranda of understanding with Gujarat, Odisha, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh for over 2.6 GW of renewable projects, while exploring new opportunities in other states. The Group has already e ...Read More >
Mumbai: No-frills account holders can now use the digital banking facility free of cost, as the Reserve Bank on Wednesday expanded the bouquet of services offered to Basic Savings Bank Deposit (BSBD) accounts. BSBD accounts are designed to provide essential banking services to account holders free of cost. Some of the services which are offered by banks free of charge are cash deposit at bank branches as well as ATMs/CDMs, and a minimum of four withdrawals in a month, including ATM withdrawals. "The bouquet of services offered to Basic Savings Bank Deposit account holders without levy of min ...Read More >
KAKINADA: The Kakinada district police have busted a massive cyber fraud racket and arrested three individuals involved in fraudulent transactions amounting to Rs 8.90 crore through 48 bank accounts. Providing details on Friday, District Superintendent of Police G Bindu Madhav said efforts were underway to apprehend the mastermind behind the fraud, Putta Ram, who is currently operating from Dubai. The investigation began after Karra Lova Krishna, a resident of Sambamurthynagar in Kakinada, lodged a complaint at the Kakinada I Town police station on January 31, 2025. Krishna reported that he ...Read More >