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Bank holidays in October 2026: Check state-wise RBI holiday list of 11 days
- RBI’s October 2026 holiday calendar lists 11 days when banks will be closed
- Bank closures may affect branch services and transactions at Indian banks
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Banks▲ +24% net tone today
Nifty Bank +0.26% vs Nifty +0.34% on Fri, 25 Sept- Banking unions postponed the planned strike, and banks will remain open September 28–30
- Bank of India led seven aggressive hybrid funds with 16.5% five-year SIP returns
- Bank Nifty slipped below 55,000, with Yes Bank, IDFC First, PNB and SBI among the top drags
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Bank closure this week: When and where will banks stay shut from September 28 to October 4
- A nationwide bank strike is set from September 28 to 30
- A nationwide strike may disrupt banking services and branch operations at Indian banks
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Five-day week: An 11-year dilemma
- The article argues extending banks’ Saturday holiday is a logical step for staff well-being and operational efficiency
- A five-day week could affect Indian banks’ staffing costs and branch operations
Banks open on Sunday ahead of nationwide strike: Will you get your salary today?
- Banks were asked to disburse salaries in advance to avoid disruptions during a nationwide strike
- Advance salary payments may help customers, while Indian banks face strike-related operational disruption