Holidays

January marks the start of something new and fresh; it's a time of new possibilities and new beginnings. And, travel, in many ways, can mark a fresh start, so let's explore these destinations

As 2025 approaches, it's the perfect time to plan ahead by noting the upcoming holidays in India. From regional to national celebrations and festivals, here is a list of days to look forward to

According to the official holiday calendar released by NSE India, New Year's Day does not feature among the designated non-trading days in 2025. On this day, the stock market timings remain as usual

Banks will be closed in Mizoram, Nagaland and Meghalaya for Christmas Eve on December 24

Stock market holidays: Along with the Indian stock markets, the UK, US, Europe and most other global markets will be shut

Travellers are also increasingly opting for add-ons covering refunds, adventure sports, and cyber fraud

The Karnataka government announced a public holiday on Wednesday, December 11, for all government offices, schools, and colleges to honour former Chief Minister and Padma Vibhushan awardee SM Krishna

Discover the essence of this cherished holiday, from its historical roots to contemporary celebrations. Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the US and this year it will be celebrated on Nov 28

Thanksgiving Day is celebrated by Americans, and now people worldwide get together with their friends and family in one place, express gratitude for their blessings, and eat traditional food

Nordstrom's addition of sought-after brands, along with its focus on digital growth and expanding stores of its off-price brand Rack, has boosted sales ahead of a potentially mixed holiday season

Bank holiday today: Many states will have banks closed on November 1 for Laxmi Pujan, Kut, Kannada Rajyothsava, and Govardhan Pooja, depending on the state

The list of bank holidays in November includes public observances, religious festivals, and weekends, with closures differing based on state-specific events and celebrations

Essential financial services will be available through ATMs, mobile banking apps, bank websites

Bookings for overseas flights and hotels have spiked from last year's holiday week, with international flight reservations doubling and Europe showing some of the the biggest growth

On September 16, public and private sector banks are closed in multiple states on the occasion of Eid-e-Milad. Here's all you need to know

Essential financial services will be functional through digital channels such as online platforms, ATMs, mobile banking apps, and bank websites

In total, banks will be closed for 13 days in August 2024

After a scorching summer, people are now looking for a cool and tranquil place for some much-needed solace along with their family in July. Check the list here

According to the RBI list, banks will remain closed for 12 days in July, including second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays. Check the full list of bank holidays in July here

Southeast Asian countries have emerged as the favourite destinations for Indian travellers planning short vacations abroad, while the United States, Europe, and Australia were among the preferences for long stays, according to a survey released on Monday. According to OYO Global Summer Vacations Travelopedia 2024: Southeast Asia has emerged as the top choice of Indian tourists for shorter stays of 5-7 days, making the most of long weekends and holidays after visa relaxation. The final sample size comprised around 4,000 respondents, providing a data set to analyse emerging trends and preferences in the overseas travel behaviour of Indian tourists. Bali emerged as the top destination with 38 per cent respondents voting in its favour, closely followed by Pattaya, Bangkok, and Dubai. Southeast Asian destinations such as Indonesia and Malaysia emerged as preferred countries following relaxed visa norms, OYO said. Europe and the United States of America emerged as the top choice for ...