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Mint
2 days ago
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- Mint
Bank holidays this week, July 21-28: From Drukpa Tshe-zi to Saturday and Sunday weekly offs. Check full schedule here
Bank holidays next week, July 21-28: There are a number of holidays for banks across India during the next week, including for the Buddhist festival of Drukpa Tshe-zi in Gangtok, and the Saturday and Sunday weekend leaves. There is also a likely long weekend this week, so check with your local bank branch for their official schedule. Notably, the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays are weekly holidays for all public and private banks across India, including the State Bank of India (SBI). Besides this, there are a total of seven listed bank holidays in July this year. The RBI and state governments create a list of holidays for banks, taking into account national and local occasions, operational requirements, religious celebrations and other cultural observances. The central bank makes the announcement through its official website and notifications to banks and other financial institutions. July 26 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for fourth Saturday. July 27 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 28 (Monday) — Drukpa Tshe-zi — Banks in Gangtok will be closed for Drukpa Tshe-zi, a Buddhist festival that falls on the fourth day of the sixth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar. This day marks Lord Buddha's first sermon. You can continue to use online or mobile banking services even on national holidays — unless notified to users for technical or other reasons. For cash emergencies, ATMs are open for withdrawals, app and UPI function as usual. All of the bank's annual holiday calendar is declared by the RBI under provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, which deals with the issuance of cheques and promissory notes. Transactions involving these instruments are thus not available during these listed holidays. You should note that holidays may differ across states in India due to regional and local requirments. It is thus best to check with your local bank branch for their holiday schedule or list ahead of time to be properly informed and make preparations in case of emergencies or long weekends. July 3 (Thursday) — Kharchi Puja — Banks will be closed in Agartala to celebrate Kharchi Puja, a Hindu festival in Tripura dedicated to fourteen deities called Chaturdasha Devata. July 5 (Saturday) — Guru Hargobind's Birthday — Banks will be closed in Jammu and Srinagar to mark Guru Hargobind's Birthday, the sixth of the ten Sikh Gurus. July 6 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 12 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for second Saturday. July 13 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 14 (Monday) — Beh Deinkhlam — Banks will be closed in Shillong for Beh Deinkhlam, a festival celebrated by the Jaintia tribe in Meghalaya. July 16 (Wednesday) — Harela — Banks in Dehradun will be closed for Harela, a festival celebrated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand and some parts of Himachal Pradesh. July 17 (Thursday) — Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh — Banks will remain shut in Shillong, marking the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, one of the chiefs of the Khasi people. July 19 (Saturday) — Ker Puja — Banks in Agartala will be closed for Ker Puja, a festival celebrated in Tripura. It is dedicated to Ker, the region's guardian deity, who protects from calamities and external threats. July 20 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 26 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for fourth Saturday. July 27 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 28 (Monday) — Drukpa Tshe-zi — Banks in Gangtok will be closed for Drukpa Tshe-zi, a Buddhist festival that falls on the fourth day of the sixth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar. This day marks Lord Buddha's first sermon.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Bank holidays next week: Banks to remain shut on July 26, 27, and 28, 2025 – Here's why
Bank holidays 2025: If you're planning any banking tasks next week, be aware that banks will be closed for three consecutive days — July 26, 27, and 28 — in several parts of India. These bank holidays are part of the RBI's official calendar and are based on national, regional, and religious observances. Here's a detailed look at the holidays next week and what services will remain available. Why are banks closed on July 26, 27, and 28? According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the following closures will take place across the country and in specific states: July 26 (Saturday) – Banks will remain shut across India as it's the fourth Saturday of the month. July 27 (Sunday) – Sunday is a weekly off, all banks will be closed across the country. July 28 (Monday) – Banks in Sikkim will be shut on account of Drukpa Tshe-zi, a Buddhist festival that marks Lord Buddha's first sermon. These closures could affect your banking plans, so it's best to make important transactions in advance. What services will be available during bank holidays? Even though physical branches remain closed during bank holidays, most digital banking services continue without interruption. You can still: Use internet banking and mobile apps Make UPI payments and money transfers Withdraw cash through ATMs However, in rare cases, some digital services may be temporarily down due to technical maintenance. Always check for bank notifications beforehand. RBI's role in declaring bank holidays The RBI, in coordination with state governments, releases an official bank holiday calendar every year. These holidays are declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act, which governs instruments like cheques and promissory notes. Hence, transactions using these instruments cannot be processed on declared holidays. It's also important to note that bank holidays vary by state, depending on local festivals, regional events, and government observances. Bank Holidays in July 2025: Full state-wise list Here's a comprehensive list of bank holidays in July 2025, including both national and state-specific holidays: July 3 (Thursday) – Kharchi Puja – Banks closed in Agartala (Tripura) July 5 (Saturday) – Guru Hargobind's Birthday – Banks closed in Jammu and Srinagar July 6 (Sunday) – Banks closed nationwide July 12 (Saturday) – Second Saturday – Banks closed nationwide July 13 (Sunday) – Banks closed nationwide July 14 (Monday) – Beh Deinkhlam – Banks closed in Shillong (Meghalaya) July 16 (Wednesday) – Harela – Banks closed in Dehradun (Uttarakhand) July 17 (Thursday) – Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh – Banks closed in Shillong July 19 (Saturday) – Ker Puja – Banks closed in Agartala July 26 (Saturday) – Fourth Saturday – Banks closed nationwide July 27 (Sunday) – Banks closed nationwide July 28 (Monday) – Drukpa Tshe-zi – Banks closed in Gangtok (Sikkim) Things to remember during long bank holidays Plan Ahead: If you need to visit a bank branch, make sure to complete your work before the weekend starts. Check State-Specific Holidays: Local holidays may not be observed across the country, so confirm with your nearest branch. Keep Cash Ready: Though ATMs usually work, having some emergency cash is always a smart idea during extended holidays. Use Digital Payments: UPI, mobile wallets, and card payments will work as usual in most cases. With a long weekend approaching due to bank holidays next week, it's wise to stay informed and prepared. Whether it's scheduling payments, depositing cheques, or withdrawing funds, a little planning can save you from last-minute issues. For the most accurate information, check with your local branch or visit the official RBI website to confirm your area's holiday list. For more informative articles on historical and upcoming events from around the world, please visit Indiatimes Events.
Mint
6 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today, on July 17, for death anniversary of U Tirot Singh? Check full schedule…
Bank holiday today, July 17 (Thursday): Banks in Shillong will be closed today to mark the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, one of the chiefs of the Khasi people. Thus, all public and private banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), will be closed in the state of Meghalaya today. Besides today, there is also the Ker Puja holiday on Saturday and Sunday weekend holiday this week. Notably, the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays are weekly offs for all banks. There are a total of seven listed bank holidays in July this year. The RBI and state governments create a list of holidays for banks, taking into account national and local occasions, operational requirements, religious celebrations and other cultural observances. The central bank makes the announcement through its official website and notifications to banks and other financial institutions. July 3 (Thursday) — Kharchi Puja — Banks will be closed in Agartala to celebrate Kharchi Puja, a Hindu festival in Tripura dedicated to fourteen deities called Chaturdasha Devata. July 5 (Saturday) — Guru Hargobind's Birthday — Banks will be closed in Jammu and Srinagar to mark Guru Hargobind's Birthday, the sixth of the ten Sikh Gurus. July 6 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 12 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for second Saturday. July 13 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 14 (Monday) — Beh Deinkhlam — Banks will be closed in Shillong for Beh Deinkhlam, a festival celebrated by the Jaintia tribe in Meghalaya. July 16 (Wednesday) — Harela — Banks in Dehradun will be closed for Harela, a festival celebrated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand and some parts of Himachal Pradesh. July 17 (Thursday) — Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh — Banks will remain shut in Shillong, marking the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, one of the chiefs of the Khasi people. July 19 (Saturday) — Ker Puja — Banks in Agartala will be closed for Ker Puja, a festival celebrated in Tripura. It is dedicated to Ker, the region's guardian deity, who protects from calamities and external threats. July 20 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 26 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for fourth Saturday. July 27 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 28 (Monday) — Drukpa Tshe-zi — Banks in Gangtok will be closed for Drukpa Tshe-zi, a Buddhist festival that falls on the fourth day of the sixth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar. This day marks Lord Buddha's first sermon. You can continue to use online or mobile banking services even on national holidays — unless notified to users for technical or other reasons. For cash emergencies, ATMs are open for withdrawals, app and UPI function as usual. All of the bank's annual holiday calendar is declared by the RBI under provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, which deals with the issuance of cheques and promissory notes. Transactions involving these instruments are thus not available during these listed holidays. You should note that holidays may differ across states in India due to regional and local requirments. It is thus best to check with your local bank branch for their holiday schedule or list ahead of time to be properly informed and make preparations in case of emergencies or long weekends.
Mint
7 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today, on July 16, on account of Harela festival celebrations? Check full schedule
Bank holiday today, July 16 (Wednesday): Banks in Dehradun will be closed for Harela, a festival celebrated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand and some parts of Himachal Pradesh. Thus, all public and private banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), will be closed in these states today. Besides today, there are a number of other bank holidays this week, the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, Ker Puja, and the second Saturday aand Sunday weekend offs. Notably, the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays are weekly offs for all banks. There are a total of seven listed bank holidays in July this year. The RBI and state governments create a list of holidays for banks, taking into account national and local occasions, operational requirements, religious celebrations and other cultural observances. The central bank makes the announcement through its official website and notifications to banks and other financial institutions. July 3 (Thursday) — Kharchi Puja — Banks will be closed in Agartala to celebrate Kharchi Puja, a Hindu festival in Tripura dedicated to fourteen deities called Chaturdasha Devata. July 5 (Saturday) — Guru Hargobind's Birthday — Banks will be closed in Jammu and Srinagar to mark Guru Hargobind's Birthday, the sixth of the ten Sikh Gurus. July 6 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 12 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for second Saturday. July 13 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 14 (Monday) — Beh Deinkhlam — Banks will be closed in Shillong for Beh Deinkhlam, a festival celebrated by the Jaintia tribe in Meghalaya.
Mint
14-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Bank holiday today: Are banks closed today, on July 14, on account of Beh Deinkhlam festival celebrations?
Bank holiday today, July 14 (Monday): Beh Deinkhlam is a festival celebrated by the Jaintia tribe in Meghalaya, and has been declared as a bank holiday in the state, by the Reserve Bank of India. Thus, all public and private banks, including the State Bank of India (SBI), will be closed in Meghalaya and its capital Shillong, today. Besides today, there are a number of other bank holidays this week, including Harela celebrations, the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, Ker Puja, and weekly offs. Notably, the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays are weekly holidays for all banks; and there are a total of seven listed bank holidays in July this year. The RBI and state governments create a list of holidays for banks, taking into account national and local occasions, operational requirements, religious celebrations and other cultural observances. The central bank makes the announcement through its official website and notifications to banks and other financial institutions. July 3 (Thursday) — Kharchi Puja — Banks will be closed in Agartala to celebrate Kharchi Puja, a Hindu festival in Tripura dedicated to fourteen deities called Chaturdasha Devata. July 5 (Saturday) — Guru Hargobind's Birthday — Banks will be closed in Jammu and Srinagar to mark Guru Hargobind's Birthday, the sixth of the ten Sikh Gurus. July 6 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 12 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for second Saturday. July 13 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 14 (Monday) — Beh Deinkhlam — Banks will be closed in Shillong for Beh Deinkhlam, a festival celebrated by the Jaintia tribe in Meghalaya. July 16 (Wednesday) — Harela — Banks in Dehradun will be closed for Harela, a festival celebrated in the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand and some parts of Himachal Pradesh. July 17 (Thursday) — Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh — Banks will remain shut in Shillong, marking the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, one of the chiefs of the Khasi people. July 19 (Saturday) — Ker Puja — Banks in Agartala will be closed for Ker Puja, a festival celebrated in Tripura. It is dedicated to Ker, the region's guardian deity, who protects from calamities and external threats. July 20 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 26 (Saturday) — Banks closed pan-India for fourth Saturday. July 27 (Sunday) — Banks closed pan-India. July 28 (Monday) — Drukpa Tshe-zi — Banks in Gangtok will be closed for Drukpa Tshe-zi, a Buddhist festival that falls on the fourth day of the sixth month in the Tibetan lunar calendar. This day marks Lord Buddha's first sermon. You can continue to use online or mobile banking services even on national holidays — unless notified to users for technical or other reasons. For cash emergencies, ATMs are open for withdrawals, app and UPI function as usual. All of the bank's annual holiday calendar is declared by the RBI under provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act, which deals with the issuance of cheques and promissory notes. Transactions involving these instruments are thus not available during these listed holidays. You should note that holidays may differ across states in India due to regional and local requirments. It is thus best to check with your local bank branch for their holiday schedule or list ahead of time to be properly informed and make preparations in case of emergencies or long weekends.
