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EC Approves Tea Garden Records for Voter Registration in Bengal
Election Commission accepts tea garden records as valid documents for voter registration in North Bengal, ensuring thousands of plantation workers are not disenfranchised. Read the full details.
EC Approves Tea Garden Records as Voter ID in North Bengal
Election Commission approves tea garden & cinchona plantation records as valid documents for electoral rolls in 7 North Bengal districts, empowering thousands of plantation workers. Read the full story.
4 States Have Gig Worker Laws, But Implementation Lags
Rajasthan, Karnataka, Bihar & Jharkhand have passed laws for gig worker welfare, but rollout remains slow. Explore the status of these landmark acts and their impact on India's platform workforce.
Five Jharkhand workers abducted in Niger return home safe
Five migrant workers from Jharkhand's Giridih, abducted in Niger in April 2023, are finally back in India. Their safe return ends nine months of anguish for their families. Read their harrowing story.
Smartworld's Debt-Free Rise: ₹6,400 Cr Sales, Eyes IPO
Smartworld Developers, a Gurugram-based real estate firm, records 60% YoY growth with ₹6,400 Cr sales in FY25. Debt-free and with ₹40,000 Cr AUM, it is shaping NCR's premium housing with design-led execution. Read more.
Gig Worker Strike Highlights Systemic Exploitation in India
The December 31 gig worker strike revealed deep flaws in platform work. As companies deny employer status, workers lack rights and social security. Can India's laws catch up?
Assam Tea Workers Stage Flash Strike Over Wages
Tea workers in Assam's Brahmaputra Valley halted operations in a one-hour strike, demanding a wage hike from Rs 250 to Rs 351. The ACMS warns of a total shutdown if demands are ignored. Read more.
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.
Indian Investors Flock to Dubai Real Estate: CBA's Success
Discover why Dubai is a top choice for Indian investors. CBA Real Estate, led by Salman Bin Ali, closed AED 682M in 2025 by focusing on trust and long-term value. Learn about their AI-powered future.
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.
Adhikari Urges EC to Accept Tea Garden Records as Voter Proof
Suvendu Adhikari writes to CEC, requests tea garden employment records be accepted as official proof for electoral roll revision. Slams CM Mamata Banerjee for not advocating for workers.
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.
How a Simple Cup of Tea Holds India's History and Memory
Explore the profound world within a cup of tea—from personal memories of Kolkata's addas to the colonial history of Assam's plantations. Discover how this humble beverage weaves together India's social fabric and cultural identity. Read more.
Tea Companies Urge Assam Govt to Address Land Act Concerns
Assam tea estate owners seek discussion on amended Land Ceiling Act's financial implications before granting land rights to workers. Key issues include bank mortgages and compensation.
Suraj One Business Bay Books Rs 200 Crore in 45 Days
Suraj Estate Developers' flagship commercial project, Suraj One Business Bay in Mumbai, achieves Rs 200 crore in gross bookings within 45 days of launch, signaling strong investor confidence.
Leopard cubs rescued in Dibrugarh tea garden, to be reunited
Two leopard cubs found in a Dibrugarh tea estate were rescued by forest officials. The healthy cubs will be released back to reunite with their mother. Read the full story.
ASBL Educates NRIs Worldwide on Indian Real Estate
ASBL moves beyond brokerage to become a knowledge hub for NRIs investing in Indian property. Learn about market trends, legalities, and smart investment strategies.
Assam's Swasthyaban Shramik Yojana Pilot Launched in Cachar
Assam government initiates pilot of Swasthyaban Shramik Yojana at Dewan tea estate, aiming to deliver doorstep healthcare to tea garden workers. Read more about this health initiative.
Land Allotment to Assam Tea Garden Workers Faces Hurdles
The Assam government's plan to provide land rights to tea garden workers is stalled by legal and procedural issues, leaving thousands in limbo ahead of elections. Learn about the key challenges.
Tea Board SOP to Curb Unauthorised Nepal Tea Imports
India's Tea Board will implement a strict SOP within two weeks to stop inferior, cheap tea from Nepal, safeguarding Darjeeling's industry. A ₹1,500 crore scheme is also announced. Read more.
TMC Promises Rs 300 Daily Wage for Tea Workers by 2026
Abhishek Banerjee vows to hike wages to Rs 300/day, operationalize all PHCs, and build crèches if TMC returns to power in 2026. He contrasts state's work with BJP MPs' record in Alipurduar.
TMC Pledges Rs 300 Daily Wage for Bengal Tea Garden Workers
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee promises to raise tea workers' daily wage to Rs 300 if Mamata Banerjee secures a fourth term. He also announced new bus routes for Alipurduar and criticized the BJP. Read more.
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.
Assam to cut tea garden incentives over land rights row
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma warns tea estates of losing Rs 150 crore annual incentives for non-cooperation in granting land rights to 3.33 lakh worker families. Read the full story.
EC to verify tea estate workers, PVTGs for voter list inclusion
West Bengal's Election Commission empowers DEOs to verify and include tea garden workers, ashram inmates, and PVTGs without documents in the final voter list via public hearings. Final list out Feb 14.
EC to include tea estate workers, PVTGs in Bengal voter list
West Bengal EC empowers DEOs to verify and include tea garden workers, ashram inmates, and PVTGs without 2002 SIR linkage in the final electoral roll by February 14. No eligible citizen to be left out.
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.
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