All bank branches across Iran are set to resume full operations from Saturday, April 11, bringing an end to weeks of disruption in the country’s banking sector, according to state media.
The reopening will cover branches nationwide, including head offices in Tehran, which will also return to normal functioning over the weekend.
Iran’s Bank Coordination Council said the move is aimed at restoring full banking services after a period of limited operations caused by regional tensions. State-backed reports noted that “all bank branches across Iran will resume full operations starting Saturday,” with headquarters in Tehran also returning to regular activity.
Iran embassy stops accepting donations, thanks Indians for support
The Iranian Embassy in India has announced that it has deactivated the bank accounts that were earlier used to receive public donations. The move comes after weeks of financial contributions from people across India in support of Iran, reported ANI.
In a post on X, the embassy said the decision was taken in appreciation of the support shown by Indian citizens. It stated, “In appreciation of the commendable support and solidarity of the noble people of India… the Embassy accounts previously designated for receiving monetary contributions have now been deactivated.”
In appreciation of the commendable support and solidarity of the noble people of India, it is hereby informed that the Embassy accounts previously designated for receiving monetary contributions have now been deactivated. Accordingly, you are kindly requested to refrain from… pic.twitter.com/jzk4e6Dl24
— Iran in India (@Iran_in_India) April 10, 2026
The embassy has also requested people to stop transferring money to those accounts or any other accounts claiming to represent the mission. It added, “You are kindly requested to refrain from transferring any funds to these accounts or to any other accounts presented as belonging to the Embassy.”
Last month, the embassy had publicly thanked Indians for their generosity and solidarity during a difficult period. It described the contributions as an act of “kindness” and “humanity.” In its message, the embassy said, “We will never forget your kindness and humanity. Thank you, India.”
The embassy had especially acknowledged support from people in Kashmir, where individuals donated cash, jewellery and other valuables. In one instance, a woman donated gold that she had preserved as a memory of her husband who passed away nearly three decades ago. The embassy described such gestures as deeply moving and a source of comfort.
A gesture of solidarity comes to a close with the deactivation of donation accounts.