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K.R. Market vendors go on bandh over new parking arrangements

K.R. Market vendors go on bandh over new parking arrangements

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A view of K.R. Market in Bengaluru on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN The iconic K.R. Market in the heart of the city wore a deserted look on Tuesday, with empty carts, fewer customers, and an eerie silence at a place where the buzz never ends. The scene was the result of a bandh called by the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha and Green Brigade (KRRSGB). The bandh was organised against the recent parking arrangements at K.R. Market, with protesters arguing that the changes have severely disrupted the functioning of the market and have affected farmers, traders, and street vendors. For many street vendors, the issue goes beyond logistics and directly threatens their livelihoods. They alleged that civic officials had asked them to vacate their original vending spots and relocate inside the market, which would also require them to pay more money. Lakshmi, a flower vendor, said, “They (the corporation) destroyed the place where we earn our livelihood. How do they expect us to buy a spot inside and then sell there? We will incur …

BJD Bandh disrupts normal life in Odisha`s Mayurbhanj over school student death

BJD Bandh disrupts normal life in Odisha`s Mayurbhanj over school student death

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Normal life was affected in Odisha`s Mayurbhanj district on Saturday, due to opposition BJD`s 12-hour bandh over the death of a school student allegedly due to food poisoning. A girl studying in Class 5 died and more than 100 students fell ill due to alleged food poisoning, after a meal at a government-run residential school in the district, officials said. The Congress also extended support to the bandh that began at 6 am. Vehicular movement was disrupted, as BJD and Congress leaders and supporters blocked roads and burnt tyres in various parts of the district. Most shops, business establishments and educational institutions remained closed in several places in the north Odisha district, though some offices functioned amid tight security. Adequate police personnel have been deployed in the district in view of the bandh, a senior officer said. BJD district president and former minister Sudam Marndi told reporters: “We demand a judicial probe under the supervision of a sitting high court judge to unearth the truth behind the incident. Criminal cases should be lodged against all …

Aman Gupta dismisses Shark Tank India pitcher’s brand as ‘Labubu without teeth’, says, ‘aapko bandh karwa dunga’ | Television News

Aman Gupta dismisses Shark Tank India pitcher’s brand as ‘Labubu without teeth’, says, ‘aapko bandh karwa dunga’ | Television News

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5 min readMumbaiMar 4, 2026 04:49 PM IST Shark Tank India 5 has been seeing the judges push boundaries with their investments, and in the latest episode of the show, Shaily Mehrotra also took a leap of faith on a brand that the other Sharks thought was not quite investible. Shaily gave the Mumbai-based founder a small investment to follow her passion, despite Aman Gupta discouraging the founder from continuing the business. Other Sharks also compared Shichisoru’s collectible soft toys to the viral Labubu doll. What is Shichisoru? Shichisoru is a creative collectible brand. It’s a cat inspired character driven universe. It caters to young adults in India. Founded by Maitrayee Koli from Mumbai, Shichisoru’s characters stem from Maitrayee’s personal story about self-love. Its a passion that the founder followed after leaving her engineering job. Asking for an investment of Rs 75 lakhs in return for 5 percent equity, Maitrayee valued her company at Rs 15 crores. Also Read: Shark Tank India pitcher reels in Anupam Mittal with Rs 100 cr business opportunity, drops him …

Trade unions call for Bharat Bandh today; check if your state is affected

Trade unions call for Bharat Bandh today; check if your state is affected

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Employees and workers associated with a joint forum of central trade unions observed a day-long strike on Thursday to protest against what they described as “anti-worker, anti-farmer and anti-national pro-corporate policies of the central government”. The forum claimed that around 30 crore workers were mobilised for the “general strike”, primarily to oppose the four new labour codes, among other issues. All India Trade Union Congress General Secretary Amarjeet Kaur told PTI that the strike began across the country on Thursday morning. She said reports of the agitation had come in from states including Assam, Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry, Kerala, Odisha and Bihar. Processions had started in industrial areas of New Delhi, and traffic on the roads was relatively light, she added. Kaur said banking, insurance, postal, transport, health, coal and non-coal mines, gas pipeline and electricity sectors would be affected by the strike. She further said farmers’ unions would also hold protests in their respective areas. The immediate demands of the unions include scrapping of the four labour codes and rules, withdrawal of the Draft Seed …

Bharat Bandh LIVE: Trade unions take to streets across States amid nationwide strike against Centre’s ‘anti-worker’ policies

Bharat Bandh LIVE: Trade unions take to streets across States amid nationwide strike against Centre’s ‘anti-worker’ policies

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Members of various trade unions hit the streets in parts of Jharkhand during the ‘Bharat Bandh’ on Thursday (February 12, 2026). Banking, insurance and coal sectors have been affected by the strike, Bank of India (BOI) Employees’ Union State deputy general secretary Umesh Das said. Left parties and the Congress have also extended their support to the strike. “The new labour codes have reduced job security, weakened legal safeguards and increased employers’ freedom to hire, adversely affecting the rights and interests of workers,” state Congress general secretary Rakesh Sinha said. CPI(ML)L State secretary Manoj Bhakt alleged that the four labour codes were “a direct attack on the rights of the working class”. “The laws are a conspiracy to render workers helpless in the hands of corporate houses and capitalists. The real objective of these labour codes is to eliminate permanent employment, promote contract jobs, and increase working hours,” he claimed. — PTI Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For …

Bharat Bandh: Banking may be hit; transport and schools to function as usual

Bharat Bandh: Banking may be hit; transport and schools to function as usual

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Bank employees associated with the All India Bank Employees’ Association and Bank Employees’ Federation of Indiain Karnataka are expected to stay away from work. | Photo Credit: The Hindu The impact of nationwide general strike on Thursday called by various trade union organisations is likely to be minimal in Karnataka. While the banking services are likely to be affected in the State, public transport operations are expected to continue without major disruption. Schools are also set to function as usual, though the supply of midday meals may be impacted. The strike, called by central trade unions and supported by organisations representing agricultural, rural, and informal sector workers, is expected to witness participation across sectors in several States. Also Read | Bankers stage demonstration; exhibit solidarity to ‘Bharat Bandh’ Bank employees associated with the All India Bank Employees Association (AIBEA) and Bank Employees Federation of India (BEFI) in Karnataka are expected to stay away from work. However, in Karnataka, major transport utilities have indicated that commuter services are unlikely to be disrupted. The KSRTC Staff and Workers’ …

Is Bank open or close on 12 February, Bharat Bandh Affected areas, Bank Union strike latest news updates

Is Bank open or close on 12 February, Bharat Bandh Affected areas, Bank Union strike latest news updates

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Today Bharat Bandh, 12 February 2026 Live News Updates: A nationwide ‘Bharat Bandh’ is being observed on Thursday, February 12, 2026, with banking services among the key sectors likely to be affected. While the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has not declared a holiday, several public sector banks have flagged possible disruptions following a strike call by employee unions. Story continues below this ad Bank unions, including AIBEA, AIBOA and BEFI, have backed the strike in protest against the four new labour codes. State Bank of India told the BSE that services may be impacted to a limited extent despite arrangements for normal functioning, while Bank of Baroda and UCO Bank also flagged possible disruptions. Customers are advised to check with branches, as digital services are likely to function but branch operations and cheque clearances may face delays. The strike, backed by INTUC, AITUC, HMS, CITU, AIUTUC, TUCC, SEWA, AICCTU, LPF and UTUC, is expected to impact over 600 districts, with unions claiming participation of nearly 30 crore workers. SKM’s opposition to trade deal: The …

Bharat Bandh Today Live Updates: Nationwide Bandh Today Amid Protests Over India-US Trade Deal

Bharat Bandh Today Live Updates: Nationwide Bandh Today Amid Protests Over India-US Trade Deal

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Bharat Bandh on 12th February 2026 live updates: A nationwide ‘bandh’ has been called by a joint forum of 10 trade unions on Thursday, February 12, to protest against the economic policies of the central government. The ‘bandh’ is expected to be joined by around 30 crore workers, which is likely to disrupt multiple facilities, including banks, transportation, and other services. Addressing the media, All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) General Secretary Amarjeet Kaur said the scale of participation is expected to surpass previous mobilisations. “Not less than 30 crore workers will join the strike on February 12. During the July 9, 2025 protest, around 25 crore workers took part,” she said. Protests Over India-US Trade Deal The ‘bandh’ has also been backed by farmer organisations. Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SMK) has criticised the recent trade deal between India and the United States, alleging the Narendra Modi-led government surrendered before the “shrewdness of the US”. “Agreement will be a betrayal against farmers… We are surrendering before the shrewdness of US. The Governmet has surrendered. Piyush Goyal should …

Protesters block highway, damage vehicle amid bandh in Manipur’s Churachandpur| India News

Protesters block highway, damage vehicle amid bandh in Manipur’s Churachandpur| India News

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Protesters blocked a key highway and damaged a vehicle during a 24-hour shutdown imposed in Manipur’s Churachandpur district over the support of three Kuki-Zo legislators to the new government in the ethnic violence-hit state. The support triggered violent protests in the region on Thursday. The Kuki Zo Council called for the shutdown. (Sourced) The Kuki Zo Council, an apex body of the Kuki-Zo communities, called for a shutdown and announced a social boycott of the three, including deputy chief minister Nemcha Kipgen, for defying its decision and joining the government without their demand for a separate administration being addressed. The protesters blocked the highway connecting the capital Imphal to Mizoram’s Aizawl via Churachandpur. Businesses and educational institutions remained closed and vehicular movement was restricted to emergency and essential services. Security was tightened at the residences of Kipgen and two other lawmakers, Lalliang Mang Khaute and Ngursanglur Sanate, supporting the government. The Kuki Women Organisation for Human Rights planned a rally, even as security forces were on high alert The Kuki Students’ Organisation accused the three …

New UGC rules row: Bharat Bandh on February 1? All you need to know

New UGC rules row: Bharat Bandh on February 1? All you need to know

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Protests seeking an immediate rollback of the University Grants Commission’s (UGC) Regulations 2026 entered their third consecutive day on Thursday, spreading across Uttar Pradesh and several other states, with student bodies, social organisations and even members of the ruling party joining the agitation.  Protesters have also announced a Bharat bandh on February 1. Watch | Calls for UGC rollback intensify as protests spread beyond Uttar Pradesh In Lucknow, students under the banner of Chhatra Panchayat assembled at the Gandhi statue in Hazratganj, raising slogans such as “UGC Roll Back” and accusing the new regulations of being discriminatory. The protesters alleged that the rules, introduced in the name of equity, would deepen divisions on university campuses and unfairly impact general category students while overlooking economic hardship within the category. Chhatra Panchayat president Shivam Pandey described the regulations as a “black law”, claiming they would vitiate the academic environment. “Students eat and study together without knowing each other’s surnames. This regulation is politically motivated and aimed at dividing campuses,” he said. The agitation intensified across the state. …