Odia Workers Stranded in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
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Gig Economy Debate: Flexibility vs Worker Exploitation
The New Year's Eve strike by delivery workers ignited a fierce debate on India's gig economy, questioning the reality behind 'flexibility' and highlighting demands for fair pay and social security. Explore the clash between platform giants and worker unio
Purulia Workers Attacked in Chhattisgarh, Four Return
Four migrant workers from Purulia, assaulted in Chhattisgarh, return home. Police confirm no criminal records. Details on the wage dispute and alleged Bajrang Dal attack inside.
Karnataka's 1-1.5% Gig Worker Welfare Fee Plan
Karnataka's Labour Minister announces a proposed 1-1.5% welfare fee on aggregators to fund gig worker benefits. Official notification expected within a week.
IAS Trainees Tour Bokaro Steel Plant in Jharkhand
A group of 2022-batch IAS officer trainees visited SAIL's Bokaro Steel Plant to understand steel production and public sector governance. Read about their key learnings.
Chadha Defends Striking Gig Workers, Slams Exploitation
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends gig workers' strike, accuses platforms of exploitation and politicizing fair pay demands. He calls for a nationwide debate on worker rights. Read more.
Bengaluru Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Gain Momentum
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Gehlot Pushes for National Gig Worker Welfare Law
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot demands a national gig worker welfare law based on Rajasthan's landmark Act. He criticizes state BJP govt for delaying rules, forcing workers to strike. Read more.
Gig Workers Strike: Global Rights & India's Status
As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?
Bokaro's City Park in State of Neglect, Deters Visitors
Bokaro's iconic City Park, once a winter sun and New Year's Eve hotspot, now lies neglected. Residents blame BSL for poor upkeep as weeds choke the pond and fountain lies silent. Read about the planned revival.
Polio Workers in Pakistan Protest Against New Hiring Rules
Polio eradication staff in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa oppose a new recruitment policy, demanding fair access to jobs and threatening protests. Learn about the conflict impacting public health efforts.
Pilibhit job scam victims return from Kyrgyzstan
Nine Uttar Pradesh workers, trapped in Kyrgyzstan for 3 months in a job scam, are home. Three remain. Officials are coordinating their return and investigating the fraud.
The Social Power of Dress Codes in Indian Society
Explore how the simple 'collar' acts as a powerful social marker in India, dividing blue-collar and white-collar workers and shaping identity, dignity, and policy. Understand its deep-rooted impact.
2 Migrant Workers Killed in Kerala Truck Accident
A tragic accident in Kerala's Kannur district claims two lives and leaves 13 injured after a truck overturns. The workers were returning from a construction site. Details inside.
13,000+ Indian Workers Deported from Gulf in 2025
Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Bahrain deported thousands of Indian nationals in 2025 for visa overstays and work permit issues. Learn the key reasons and how to avoid deportation.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
HC Orders Regularisation of Haryana Forest Workers
Punjab & Haryana HC directs Haryana govt to regularise daily-wage forest workers, calling denial after 20+ years arbitrary. Landmark ruling impacts casual labour rights.
Maharashtra Food Delivery Hit by Gig Workers' Strike
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
Food delivery workers strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Delivery Workers Strike on Christmas, New Year's Eve 2025
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
150 Blankets Distributed to Mid-Day Meal Workers in Jalandhar
The Mid-Day Meal Workers Federation in Jalandhar distributed 150 blankets to its members on December 24, providing relief from the winter chill. Read about this act of support for essential school staff.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
5 UP workers die of carbon monoxide poisoning in Kurukshetra
Five migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh tragically died in a Kurukshetra resort from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning after lighting a makeshift heater. Police investigate the incident. Read for details.
5 Saharanpur Workers Die of Asphyxia in Kurukshetra Resort
Five migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died of suspected asphyxia in a Kurukshetra resort after inhaling fumes from a coal brazier. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
Madurai Workers Protest Labour Laws, Cite Corporate Bias
Tamil Nadu construction workers protest in Madurai, demanding repeal of four central labour laws they claim favour corporates and threaten worker rights, welfare boards, and job security. Read more.
5 Health Tips for Night Shift Workers
Working nights disrupts your body clock. Discover 5 research-backed strategies to protect your health, boost energy, and improve your quality of life if you work night shifts.
Gig Workers Seek Pollution Surcharge in High AQI Days
Delivery workers in Delhi demand 'pollution surcharge' and protective gear from e-commerce companies during hazardous air quality days. Their call for fair compensation highlights health risks faced by platform workers.
6 Bihar Migrant Workers Die in Nagpur Tank Collapse
A water tank collapse at a Nagpur solar plant killed six migrant workers from Bihar. Grieving families demand promised compensation before accepting bodies. Details inside.
MP Durai Vaiko Seeks Implementation of HC Order for BHEL Workers
Trichy MP Durai Vaiko met Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy, urging action on a Madras HC order to regularise over 1,000 contract workers at BHEL Trichy. The long-pending issue seeks justice for workers.
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