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?
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?
A collision between two loco trains inside a THDC project tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, left 60 people injured. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates.
A major accident inside a hydel project tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, leaves 60 workers injured after two loco trains collide. Rescue operations are underway.
A collision between two loco trains inside a hydroelectric project tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, late on December 30, 2025, left 60 people injured. Rescue operations are underway.
A major accident inside a THDC tunnel in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, leaves 70 workers injured after two trains collide. Rescue operations are ongoing. Read the latest updates.
A tragic bus accident in Uttarakhand's Pauri Garhwal district has left 7 dead and 12 injured. The vehicle fell into a deep gorge near Kandakhal. Rescue operations are ongoing.
Uttarakhand faces a surge in leopard and bear attacks, driven by tiger conservation success and village abandonment. Over 200 human deaths reported from 2014-2024. Explore the causes and holistic solutions needed.
A private bus fell 200 metres into a gorge in Uttarakhand's Almora on Tuesday morning, killing seven and injuring twelve. Rescue ops by SDRF ongoing. Read for details.
A bus accident in Almora, Uttarakhand, has left 6-7 people feared dead after the vehicle fell into a deep gorge. Rescue operations are currently underway. Read for the latest updates.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami speaks to father of deceased Tripura student, assures strict punishment for the accused. Details on the tragic incident and police action.
Uttarakhand government deposits Rs 12.89 crore for 4,224 construction workers via UKBOCWWB schemes. CM Dhami launches 191 CSCs for easy service access, enhancing social security and skill development.
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
A three-day food festival showcasing authentic Uttarakhand cuisine has started at Mussoorie's Winterline Carnival. Organized by UTDB and district admin, it features Garhwali delicacies, culinary demos, and a bloggers' meet. Explore the flavours!
Uttarakhand High Court overturns single bench order, rules 3-year polytechnic diploma after 10th is equivalent to intermediate for foreman instructor recruitment. Details inside.
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.
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.
The Uttarakhand Food Festival 2025, part of Mussoorie's Winterline Carnival, showcases authentic cuisine & culture from Jan 24-26. Explore traditional flavours, live performances & culinary sessions.
In a dramatic protest against frequent power cuts, Congress MLA from Haridwar, Virendra Singh, disconnected electricity to officials' residences. The MLA demanded accountability for the public's suffering. Watch the video.
Uttarakhand cabinet approves major policy changes including healthcare reforms, tax cuts on clean fuels, higher pensions for artists, and incentives for doctors in remote areas. Read the full details.
Uttarakhand High Court directs forest officials to file a detailed report on state forest fires by Jan 9, warning of personal appearance for non-compliance. Get the latest updates.
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.
Supreme Court reprimands Uttarakhand govt for failing to clear forest land encroachments. Bench demands immediate action plan and status report within 3 weeks.
Uttarakhand High Court halts the transfer of a forest officer, ruling it violated the state's transfer act. The officer had not completed his minimum tenure. Read the full details.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction in a major forest land encroachment case involving 2,866 acres. Details on the lease to Pashu Lok Seva Samiti and the court's strong stance.
A brave 12-year-old girl rescued her classmate from a bear cub in Chamoli. This second attack at the school highlights rising human-wildlife conflict in Uttarakhand. Read the full story.
Supreme Court slams Uttarakhand government for inaction on forest land encroachment. The court has initiated suo motu proceedings to protect vital green cover. Read the full story.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand government for inaction on illegal forest land occupation. Hearing a plea by Anita Kandwal, the court demands urgent action. Read the full story.
Uttarakhand govt announces Pravasi Panchayats in all 13 districts to encourage reverse migration. Pithoragarh is the pilot district. Learn about the state's initiatives.
Lt Gen (retd) Gurmit Singh, Uttarakhand Governor, returns Bill amending state's anti-conversion law citing errors. Government plans ordinance route. Read the full story.
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar approves the Platform Based Gig Workers Bill, 2025, paving the way for minimum wages and social security for gig workers in the state. Read more.