India's weekend is Saturday and Sunday, though many shops open all 7 days. business hours are fairly consistent with no major recurring closure to plan around.
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The weekend in India is Saturday and Sunday, though many shops open all 7 days.
Shops: 10am/11am-8pm/9pm
business hours are fairly consistent with no major recurring closure to plan around
Government offices and banks follow a Monday-Friday/Saturday schedule (varies by state and institution) with a midday lunch break; retail shops often stay open seven days a week.