Bank Unions Cancel Nationwide Strike after Govt Assurances
October 15, 2025 by Ishaan Verma
Bank unions called off a planned March 24‑25 strike after government assurances on recruitment and workweeks, averting disruption while staffing shortages persist.
Bank Strike Postponed as Unions, IBA Agree to Further Talks on Five-Day Workweek and Reforms
April 27, 2025 by Ishaan Verma
A major two-day bank strike planned across India, including Aligarh, has been postponed. Bank unions and the Indian Banks' Association agreed to further negotiations after getting key assurances on workweek reforms, recruitment gaps, and controversial performance-linked directives. Talks will continue in April.