90-Day Work Rule for Gig Workers' Social Security
India's gig workers must work at least 90 days a year to qualify for social security benefits under new rules. Learn the full details and impact.
India's gig workers must work at least 90 days a year to qualify for social security benefits under new rules. Learn the full details and impact.
Centre's draft rules propose social security for gig workers, but eligibility requires 90-120 days of engagement. Stakeholders have 30-45 days to give feedback before April 1, 2026 rollout.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal reveals record New Year's Eve orders for Zomato and Blinkit, sparking a fierce social media debate on gig worker pay with comedian Kunal Kamra. Read the full story.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal responds to criticism over delivery partners breaking traffic rules, attributing it to broader societal impatience. He defends partners and addresses recent gig worker strikes.
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal addresses gig worker concerns on insurance, attrition, and 10-minute delivery. Get the full details on his response to the New Year's Eve strike.
Recent strikes by Swiggy, Zomato & Zepto workers against 10-minute delivery demand fair pay & safety. With gig workers projected to hit 23.5 million by 2030, companies must address their concerns. Read more.
Draft rules propose gig workers must engage with a platform for 90 days in a year to get social security like insurance and pension. Read the key details.
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal addresses the 10-minute delivery model during a nationwide gig workers' strike, stating 'no system is perfect' while defending platform work. Read his full explanation.
Despite gig worker protests, Zomato and Blinkit delivered over 75 lakh orders on December 31. CEO Deepinder Goyal credits police and delivery partners for the historic feat. Read the full story.
Zomato and Blinkit delivered over 75 lakh orders on New Year's Eve, setting a new record despite gig workers' strike calls. Founder Deepinder Goyal credits delivery partners and law enforcement. Details inside.
A planned nationwide strike by delivery partners failed as platforms offered peak incentives. Workers cite lack of unity and shrinking base pay as key issues.
Gig workers for Blinkit and Zepto strike over intense 10-minute delivery pressures, but services see limited disruption. Explore the human cost behind instant commerce.
The Indian government invites public comments on draft rules for four new Labour Codes, set for April 2026 implementation. Also, Supreme Court's 2026 docket and gig worker strikes in focus.
App-based delivery workers staged a New Year's Eve strike over low pay. Platforms countered with festive bonuses, causing delays. Read about the protest's impact and worker demands.
App-based delivery workers in Pune joined a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. The action caused significant delays and order cancellations, highlighting the gig economy's deep-seated issues. Read more abo
A 4-hour strike by gig workers in Kolkata demanding higher incentives saw mixed results. While social media buzz affected orders, most delivery partners continued working. Read details on the protest's impact and worker demands.
A strike by gig workers in quick commerce and food delivery services saw minimal operational disruption in Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, despite union claims. Companies countered with incentives to ensure smooth service.
App-based delivery workers staged a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. Platforms countered with higher incentives, leading to a mixed response. Read about the impact and industry reactions.
In 1960, Hollywood's writers and actors launched a historic strike against major studios, winning crucial rights and reshaping the entertainment industry forever. Discover the untold story.
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.
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.
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?
Despite a gig workers' strike on New Year's Eve, services from Zomato and Swiggy remained largely unaffected. Firms offered extra incentives to ensure smooth operations. Read the full analysis.
A new report reveals the harsh reality for India's gig workers: low pay, exhausting hours, and zero job security are creating a crisis. Read the full investigation into the platform economy's human cost.
Over 1 lakh delivery agents strike nationwide on New Year's Eve 2025, demanding fair wages, transparency, and a ban on exploitative 10-minute delivery models. The action targets Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Amazon.
Food delivery platforms Swiggy and Zomato announce increased festive payouts for delivery partners as unions call for a nationwide strike on December 31, demanding better wages and conditions.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha offers to mediate between companies and gig workers ahead of Dec 31 strike. He demands dignity, fair pay, and social security for delivery personnel.
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy announce increased incentives for gig workers to avert a strike on New Year's Eve. Details on new payouts and union demands inside.
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy increase worker payouts ahead of a potential New Year's Eve strike that could disrupt services on one of the busiest nights. Details inside.
Zomato and Swiggy announce higher New Year's Eve incentives for delivery partners, while gig workers' unions call for a nationwide strike demanding better pay and conditions. Details inside.