The Indian government is reportedly moving forward with its plan to consolidate public sector banks, with Union Bank of India and Bank of India preparing for a potential merger. Sources suggest that due diligence and internal planning are already underway, and the deal could be finalized by the end of 2026. Creating One of India’s … Read more
ICICI Bank has announced major changes for its credit card users. These new rules will come into effect from 1 February 2026. The changes will mainly affect customers who use credit cards for movie tickets, transport, insurance payments, online gaming, and wallet recharges. While some benefits will continue, many features will be discontinued, and some … Read more
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to hold its next monetary policy meeting from February 4 to 6, 2026. Economists are predicting a 0.25% cut in the repo rate, as the economy reaches a critical point. The RBI faces a tough task: balancing inflation control with economic growth. Currently, the central bank is … Read more
ATM withdrawals are a part of everyday life now. But problems arise when the ATM does not dispense cash, yet the amount gets deducted from your account. In some cases, you may receive a debit message without getting the money, or the money may be deducted without any message at all. Such situations often cause … Read more
If you regularly use an ICICI Bank credit card for movies, travel, or digital payments, these upcoming changes are something you should not ignore. From February 1, 2026, ICICI Bank is revising several credit card rules. While some popular benefits are being withdrawn, new limits and extra charges are also being introduced. According to the … Read more
As January comes to a close, February is just around the corner. If you have any banking tasks to complete this month, it’s important to know in advance which days banks will be closed. Visiting a branch without checking the schedule can lead to wasted time and frustration. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has … Read more
The month of January is ending, and February is just around the corner. If you have any banking tasks to complete, it’s important to know which days banks will be closed. Avoid last-minute trips only to find the branch shut. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the official list of bank holidays for … Read more
If you have an elderly or disabled family member at home, managing bank work can often be stressful. Standing in long queues, repeated visits, and crowded branches make banking difficult for them. To solve this problem, the RBI has directed major public sector banks to provide doorstep banking services. With this facility, important banking work … Read more
Bank FDs have always been popular among investors because they are safe and offer fixed returns. If you plan to invest in an FD, it’s important to check interest rates across banks and choose the one that gives the highest returns. Canara Bank, one of India’s leading public sector banks, offers FDs that can help … Read more
The banking system across India is expected to be disrupted on January 27, 2026, as nearly 8 lakh bank employees and officers will participate in a one-day nationwide strike. Employees are protesting to demand a five-day work week. This strike will affect public, private, foreign, rural, and cooperative banks. The main reason for the strike … Read more
If you’re planning to visit a bank today, it’s important to pause and check first. On Friday, January 23, banks are closed in several cities due to state-specific holidays. Going to a branch without knowing this could waste your time. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) releases a yearly holiday list, and January 23 is … Read more