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Long Island Rail Road strike halts North Americas busiest commuter rail for first time in 32 years

Long Island Rail Road strike halts North Americas busiest commuter rail for first time in 32 years

Thousands of Long Island Rail Road workers in New York walked off the job on May 16, 2026, after contract talks over a new wage agreement collapsed. The strike is the first in 32 years and shut down the busiest commuter rail system in North America, affecting nearly 300,000 daily riders. Five unions, representing about half of the LIRR’s 7,000 workers, began the walkout at 12:01 a.m. Unions cite three years without raises, while the MTA chairman says pay terms were already met.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026
Samsung and union race to stop May 21 strike that could shake global chip supply chains

Samsung and union race to stop May 21 strike that could shake global chip supply chains

Samsung Electronics and its labour union are holding crucial talks to prevent a May 21 strike at the world’s largest chipmaker. The walkout could disrupt global semiconductor supply chains. The dispute hinges on performance-based bonuses: workers want a bigger share of profits, while management warns higher payouts may hurt long-term sustainability. It’s also the company’s second strike threat.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026

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SBI employees strike May 25 26 demands pension NPS shift and staffing overhaul

SBI employees strike May 25 26 demands pension NPS shift and staffing overhaul

SBI employees will hold a nationwide two-day strike on May 25 and 26, with unions citing staffing shortages and concerns over outsourcing of permanent roles. The AISBISF federation also raises pension parity issues under the National Pension System, alleging limited inter-circle transfers for staff hired after 2019, alongside demands including recruitment for messengers and armed guards.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Brussels Airport may cancel half of flights May 12 over national strike disruption

Brussels Airport may cancel half of flights May 12 over national strike disruption

Brussels Airport says about half of departing flights could be cancelled on May 12 due to a national trade union demonstration against federal government policies. The airport expects security and ground handling staff participation to disrupt operations, prompting airlines to cut departures to maintain safety and manage passenger flow. Travelers are advised to expect delays and plan alternatives.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 29 Apr 2026
Maharashtra agri input dealers plan April 27 strike over new inspector resolution

Maharashtra agri input dealers plan April 27 strike over new inspector resolution

Agri-input dealers across Maharashtra will strike on April 27, protesting a new government resolution that adds 23 inspectors. Associations like MAFDA and AIDA argue the move will create excessive oversight and disrupt day-to-day operations. Instead, they want stronger labs and digital traceability rather than more physical inspections, saying the goal is to protect agri-entrepreneurs and keep the industry stable.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026
Resident doctors in Himachal go on indefinite strike after IGMC termination sparks unrest

Resident doctors in Himachal go on indefinite strike after IGMC termination sparks unrest

Resident doctors in Himachal Pradesh have launched an indefinite strike after a resident doctor was terminated in a case linked to a viral video alleging assault. Support from doctors’ organisations across many hospitals has kept OPD services shut in most places, while remaining open only with very limited staffing. The action follows a mass leave the day before the strike began.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 24 Apr 2026

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