Scams are growing fast, and the weak link is increasingly the mule account that moves stolen money. The RBI, the courts and the banks are racing to close it.
A banker’s job doesn't end with working hours. It often takes away weekends, family time and the predictability of life outside the branch. The September 2026 Sunday banking episode brought back an important question: how much can an institution expect from its people without acknowledging their sacrifices? Banking is an essential service, but so is employee well-being. The real issue is more than just a five-day workweek, it's about fairness, reciprocity and, above all, being heard. Institutions can demand commitment, but lasting commitment grows only when employees feel respected.