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- Indian Bank (INDIANB.NS) operates as a major public sector bank in India, providing a comprehensive range of banking and financial services including retail and corporate banking, loans and advances such as housing, vehicle, personal, and business loans; deposits encompassing savings, current, fixed, and recurring accounts; trade finance services like letters of credit, bank guarantees, and export-import financing; digital banking platforms including mobile and internet banking, UPI payments, and NEFT/RTGS; wealth management and investment products such as mutual funds, insurance, and demat accounts; agricultural banking with crop loans, allied activities financing, and rural development schemes; and treasury operations involving foreign exchange, government securities, and derivatives. The bank serves individual customers, small and medium enterprises, corporates, and government entities across diverse sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, services, and infrastructure. It maintains an extensive network of over 5,750 branches and 8,500 ATMs primarily in India, with a focus on southern states but nationwide presence following mergers.
Founded in 1907 and headquartered in Chennai, India, Indian Bank has evolved through key consolidations, notably merging with Allahabad Bank in April 2020, which expanded its footprint and deposit base significantly. In recent years, the bank has pursued digital transformation initiatives, launching enhanced mobile apps and AI-driven services for customer onboarding and fraud detection as part of its technology upgrade strategy. It reported robust growth in fiscal 2025, with advances rising 12% year-over-year and deposits increasing amid strong retail lending momentum, while forming strategic partnerships with fintech firms for co-lending models in MSME and affordable housing segments.