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News18
11 hours ago
- Business
- News18
Are Banks Open Or Closed On Saturday, July 19? Check Bank Holiday List For This Month
Banks remain open as usual on Saturday, July 19, across the country, except Tripura. Bank Holiday Today: As bank branches remain closed on a number of bank holidays approved by the RBI, it is necessary to check the holiday list before visiting bank branches. Today, Saturday, July 19, bank branches will remain open throughout the country, except Tripura. As per the standard banking schedule, all banks — both public and private — across India also remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. Apart from this, they are also closed on all Sundays and RBI-notified holiday. Are Banks Open or Closed Today, July 19? Banks remain open as usual on Saturday, July 19, across the country, except Tripura. Bank branches in Agartala, Tripura, remain closed on July 19 on account of 'Ker Puja', an annual festival held in the state. Timings of Banks? Most major banks in India, including SBI, Bank of India, and Punjab National Bank, operate between 10 A.M. and 4 P.M., while ICICI, HDFC, Axis, Yes Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank usually function from 9:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. or 3:30 P.M., depending on the branch. Bank of Baroda has slightly extended hours, operating between 9:45 A.M. and 4:45 P.M. or 10 A.M. to 5 P.M., and Canara Bank typically works from 10 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. The first holiday fell on July 3 (Thursday) for Kharchi Puja, observed in Agartala. This is followed by a holiday on July 5 (Saturday) for Guru Hargobind Ji's Birthday, observed in Jammu and Srinagar. On July 14 (Monday), banks in Shillong will be shut for Beh Deinkhlam, a prominent local festival. A few days later, on July 16 (Wednesday), banks in Dehradun will observe a holiday on account of Harela, a festival marking the onset of the monsoon. Again, Shillong will see bank closures on July 17 (Thursday) to observe the Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh, a local hero and freedom fighter. Next, banks in Agartala will remain closed on July 19 (Saturday) for Ker Puja, and Gangtok will see a holiday on July 28 (Monday) for Drukpa Tshe-zi, a traditional Buddhist observance. Besides these, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks in India will observe routine closures on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, i.e., July 12 and July 26, along with all Sundays—July 6, 13, 20, and 27. While bank branches will be closed on these dates, customers can continue using digital banking services, ATMs, and mobile apps as usual. However, services like cheque clearance, RTGS, and NEFT may be delayed due to branch closures. Those needing in-person services are advised to plan ahead and complete transactions before the respective state holidays. State-Wise Bank Holiday List – July 2025 Tripura: July 3 (Thursday) – Kharchi Puja July 19 (Saturday) – Ker Puja Jammu & Kashmir: July 5 (Saturday) – Guru Hargobind Ji's Birthday July 14 (Monday) – Beh Deinkhlam July 17 (Thursday) – Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh Uttarakhand: July 16 (Wednesday) – Harela Sikkim: Nationwide Bank Closures July 12 (Second Saturday) July 26 (Fourth Saturday) All Sundays – July 6, 13, 20, 27. Stay updated with all the latest business news, including market trends, stock updates, tax, IPO, banking finance, real estate, savings and investments. Get in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and real-time updates—only on News18. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Bank holiday view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
U Tirot Singh Day Bank Holiday 2025: Are banks closed today, on July 17? Check the city-wise schedule
Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh Bank Holiday 2025: Public-sector banks (PSBs) and private banks in India will be closed today, Thursday, July 17, on account of the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, following the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) 2025 holiday calendar. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sets bank holidays in India, following the Negotiable Instruments Act, which includes RTGS holidays and regional and national holidays, alongside the standard weekly days off, which are the second Saturday and Sunday of each month. U Tirot Sing Syiem was a prominent 19th‑century freedom fighter of India and chief (Syiem) of Nongkhlaw in the Khasi Hills of present‑day Meghalaya, India. He was recognised as one of the earliest Northeast Indian leaders to resist British expansion and was against colonial imposition, laying the foundation for Northeast India's struggle for autonomy. Source: RBI Holiday Calendar List – 2025 Note: Only Shillong has a bank holiday on July 17, 2025, for the Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh. All other cities remain open. Remembering U Tirot Sing Syiem on his 190th Death Anniversary BJP Meghalaya Pradesh pays homage to the son of the soil whose legacy reminds us that courage is inseparable from sacrifice. A pioneer of the freedom struggle from the Khasi Hills, U Tirot Sing inspires generations… — BJP Meghalaya (@BJP4Meghalaya) July 17, 2025 It's important to note that despite the physical closure of bank branches in Shillong, essential banking services will continue to be available through digital and self-service platforms: Customers are encouraged to plan any in-branch visits around the holiday and make use of online options for uninterrupted banking.
Mint
3 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
4 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.
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
Bank Holiday In July 2025: Banks To Remain Closed For 5 Days This Week Starting Today
Last Updated: Bank Holidays Next Week: Banks will remain closed in many states between 14th and 20th July 2025 due to local festivals and events. Bank Holiday In July 2025: Banks are set to close for five days this week across the country due to several public holidays. The closure of banking services won't be consecutive in one state or region, but in different parts of the country on different days. This also includes one nationwide public holiday on Sunday (July 20). It's better to know beforehand so you can avoid the difficulty while using the banking service offline there. Banks Are Closed Today In Meghalaya Banking services will remain off today in Meghalaya due to a state festival Beh Deinkhlam. Apart from the state, there's no banking holiday in the country. Beh Deinkhlam is a traditional and vibrant festival celebrated by the Pnar (Jaintia) tribe in the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India. The term 'Beh Deinkhlam" roughly translates to 'chasing away the plague/disease." It is a religious harvest festival primarily celebrated to drive away diseases, evil spirits, and to pray for a good agricultural season. It also symbolizes community bonding and spiritual cleansing. Banking services will remain closed in these states from 13 to 20 July 14 July, (Monday): Banks will remain closed in Meghalaya due to Beh Dinkhlam festival. This is a traditional festival of the Jaintia tribe. 16 July (Wednesday): Banks will not open in Uttarakhand due to Harela festival. It is especially celebrated in Kumaon and some parts of Himachal. 17 July (Thursday): There will be another holiday in Meghalaya. This day is celebrated as the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh, who was a freedom fighter. 19 July (Saturday): Banks will remain closed in Tripura due to Ker Puda. This puja is dedicated to the traditional deity Ker there. 20 July (Sunday): This day will be a weekly holiday everywhere; that is, all banks will remain closed. Rest of the holidays in July 2025 26 July: Banks will remain closed across the country due to the fourth Saturday of the month. 27 July: Banks will remain closed across the country on Sunday. 28 July: Banks will remain closed in Sikkim on the occasion of Drukpa Tshe-ji. Online services will continue Many times important work gets stuck due to bank holidays. But now there is no problem as banks have made most of their services online. The special thing is that online services of banks remain operational on holidays. Therefore, you can do many things including transferring money from one bank account to another through net banking, mobile banking or UPI. About the Author First Published: July 14, 2025, 09:02 IST
