January 27, 2026

PSB Customers Hit by UFBU Strike in Telangana Demanding Five-Day Work Week

Thousands of public sector bank staff in Telangana joined a one-day UFBU strike, blocking branch services. The strike demands a five-day work week and follows bank holidays that left customers without branch access for four days.

January 27, 2026

Bank Employees in Kalaburagi Strike for Five-Day Work Week Amid Govt Delay

Bank staff in Kalaburagi held a one-day strike demanding the five-day work week promised in the 12th Bipartite Wage Settlement. They urged the Union government to approve the agreement pending for over a year.

January 27, 2026

Telangana to Join Ageing States Club by 2036 with 17.1% Seniors, RBI Reports

Telangana's senior citizens will make up 17.1% of its population by 2036, says RBI. This puts the state alongside ageing leaders Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with growing social and fiscal demands.

January 27, 2026

Saudi Central Bank Releases Official Bank Holiday Schedule Till 2029

Saudi's Central Bank (SAMA) has published a clear bank holiday calendar from 2026-2029. It fixes Eid and national holidays, aiding financial planning and services during Hajj and Ramadan.

January 27, 2026

Bank Employees Protest in Shivamogga Demanding Five-Day Work Week

On January 27, bank employees in Shivamogga protested for a five-day work week following a nationwide call by UFBU. They claim this will improve health and service without disrupting customers, as ATMs and online banking remain open.