Last-Minute Deal Saves India from 3-Day Bank Strike

Bank employees across the country were poised to strike for three days after a dispute over wages and working conditions reached a critical point. In the early hours of the morning, union leaders and senior government officials convened a late‑night meeting to negotiate a settlement. The meeting concluded with a formal assurance from the government that key demands would be addressed, leading to the withdrawal of the strike notice. The decision is expected to maintain stability in the banking sector and prevent disruptions to financial services nationwide.