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The Latest Breaking News from The United Forum of Bank Unions

Is bank strike cancelled: Check latest update on September 28-30 bank strike, which banks will be affected and what services may be impacted

Bank Strike News: A nationwide bank strike is scheduled in India from September 28 to September 30, 2026, initiated by the United Forum of Bank Unions. This action aims to advocate for a five-day banking week. While public banks will likely face significant disruptions, private banks are anticipated to continue…

The Economic Times · 43m ago

Banks advise customers to complete essential transactions ahead of 3-day strike

Public sector banks and older generation private banks have issued advisories to customers, urging them to complete essential banking transactions ahead of the three-day strike from September 28 called by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU). To meet customers' banking needs before the three-day nationwide strike, the government has…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Delhi HC directs police to decide on bank unions' protest site ahead of Sept 28-30 strike

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court mandated police to locate a new site for the protest organized by bank employees, due by September 28, following the rejection of the Jantar Mantar application. The United Forum of Bank Unions has organized a nationwide strike from September 28 to 30,…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

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Are banks working on Sunday, September 27, 2026? Confusion prevails as banks and unions differ on working day status

The State Bank of India has announced that all its branches will be open on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Despite this, the All India Bank Officers’ Association has recommended that its members not show up for work that day. Meanwhile, the United Forum of Bank Unions is deliberating its response.

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Bank strike: Will banks be open on September 26 and 27? What RBI and bank unions say

In a proactive measure, the Reserve Bank of India has granted approval for banks to remain open on Sunday, September 27, 2026. This strategic decision aims to support customers anticipating a three-day strike from September 28 through September 30, organized by the United Forum of Bank Unions. Although it remains…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Banks to remain open on Sunday, September 27? Finance ministry issues key update to assist customers

The Finance Ministry has announced that all Public Sector Banks and Regional Rural Banks will operate normally on September 27. This decision follows the United Forum of Bank Unions' proposal for a three-day nationwide bank strike. The government is focused on ensuring the banking needs of citizens are met without…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Bank strike from September 28 to 30: Will banks be closed for five days? SBI, Union Bank of India advise customers to complete transactions in advance

A major disruption in banking services is anticipated as the United Forum of Bank Unions has announced a three-day strike at the end of September 2026. This action will halt operations in bank branches, resulting in an extended closure from September 26 to 30.

The Economic Times · Sep 21

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Bank unions announce strikes on September 11 over unresolved issues

The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU), representing over 90% of India’s banking workforce, has announced strikes on September 11 and September 28-30, followed by an indefinite strike from October 26 if its demands are not resolved.

The Economic Times · Sep 1

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