{
  "id": 942991,
  "title": "Are banks open on August 15? Check status",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/are-banks-open-on-august-15-check-status",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-15T01:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times",
    "slug": "the-economic-times",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/wealth/save/independence-day-bank-holiday-are-banks-open-or-closed-on-august-15-check-status/articleshow/133241456.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On August 15, 2026, banks will be closed nationwide in India to observe Independence Day. This closure applies to both scheduled and non-scheduled banks, as per the Reserve Bank of India's holiday calendar. Customers should check their local bank holiday schedule, as closures may vary by state and may coincide with regional festivals and commemorations.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}