Banking services hit as unions strike for five-day workweek

Banking services have been disrupted across India as public sector bank employees begin a nationwide strike, demanding a five-day workweek along with changes to pension benefits and an option to switch back to the Old Pension Scheme. Branch services, including cash transactions and cheque clearances, are affected, while digital banking services such as UPI and internet banking continue to function.

Source: The Hindu September 11, 2026 16:04 UTC