February is set to be disruptive for daily life as multiple sectors across India prepare for nationwide strikes. From ride-hailing services to banks and government offices, several essential services may be affected on different dates. If you rely on app-based transport or banking services, it’s important to know what’s coming and when. Ola, Uber and … Read more
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has canceled the bank holiday that was earlier planned for Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Earlier, banks were supposed to remain closed on this day due to Mahavir Jayanti in some states. However, according to the RBI’s new order, banks will now remain open on March 31, 2026. This means … Read more
BOBCARD and Etihad Airways have jointly launched new credit cards in India. These cards are designed especially for people who travel abroad frequently. BOBCARD Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of Baroda. BOBCARD has introduced two co-branded credit cards in partnership with Etihad Airways. Both cards run on the Mastercard network and focus … Read more
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