NCBE demands a reversal of the recruitment of apprentices, urging PSBs to focus on permanent hiring instead. The organisation has flagged concerns over job security, fair wages, and service quality, terming it ‘a misuse’ of the Apprentices Act 1961.
Satvinder Singh, a young delegate from Jammu and Kashmir shares insights on the significance of the 15th AIRRBEA Triennial Conference. He highlights key demands, including the One State, One RRB initiative and the formation of the National Rural Bank of India (NRBI). The conference holds special significance as it coincides with 50 years of RRBs, marking a crucial moment for the future of regional rural banking in India.
Thousands of bank employees from across India gathered at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on 03 March 2025 for a mass dharna organised by the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU). The protest, ahead of the two-day nationwide bank strike, raised key demands such as five-day banking and staff recruitment.
Ahead of the Mass Dharna in New Delhi(near the parliament), on 3 March 2025, bank employees across India participated in a badge-wearing protest on 28 February 2025, highlighting their demands and growing discontent.
Bankers across India are demanding a 5-day work week to address long working hours, stress, and poor work-life balance. Despite assurances, delays have left many bankers frustrated, and they are going for all India strike. Find out why this demand matters and what’s holding it back.
Major banking unions, including BEFI, AIBOC, and AKBEF, have condemned the alleged caste discrimination in IOB and announced protests, demanding justice and action against those responsible.
In an exclusive interview with Kanal Media, Telangana Grameena Bank Chairperson Y. Sobha discusses the historic amalgamation of Andhra Pradesh Grameena Vikas Bank's branches into TGB, effective January 1, 2025. This strategic move, part of the "One State, One Rural Bank" initiative, expands TGB's network and business volume of approximately ₹70,000 crore, enhancing banking services across Telangana. Chairperson Sobha highlights the seamless transition and its positive impact on customers and employees.
The United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) has called for a two-day nationwide bank strike on 24-25 March 2025, demanding recruitment, a five-day work week, and job security. A dharna will be held before Parliament on 3 March 2025. The agitation has gained momentum with over 250 bank employees protesting at SBI Treasury Branch, Pune, reinforcing key demands.
The 15th Triennial Conference of AIRRBEA took place in Ballari on February 8-9, 2025, bringing together nearly 1,000 delegates from across the country. Hosted by the All Karnataka Gramin Bank Employees Federation, this historic event focused on crucial issues including women centric, demands, and future directions for Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
