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- The United Forum of Bank Unions plans a three-day nationwide strike starting September 28, 2026, to demand a five-day work week and pension improvements.
- The finance ministry ordered all public sector banks to stay open on September 27 to maintain services for customers.
- The Reserve Bank of India authorized branch, ATM, and currency chest operations for that day.
- Authorities have appealed to the unions to cancel the strike to prevent disruptions during the half-yearly financial closing period.
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- Whether the bank unions agree to defer the strike
- Availability of digital banking channels during the strike period
- Impact on half-yearly financial reconciliation and treasury operations
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