Migrant worker lynched in Kerala, five arrested
A 31-year-old migrant worker from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Palakkad, Kerala, after being wrongly suspected of theft. Police have arrested five locals for murder.
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Bengaluru Cops Target Repeat Road Rage Offenders
Bengaluru police intensify action against repeat road rage offenders following the alleged murder of a gig worker by a couple in October. Read the full story.
Jharkhand Gig Workers Welfare Bill Gets Governor's Nod
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.
Food Delivery Jobs Up 27%, But Distress Hidden in Gig Economy
India's food delivery sector added 290,000 jobs, but experts warn of long hours and low pay. New social security rules may offer a safety net for gig workers. Read more.
Odisha man rescued from Sudan captivity after 1.5 months
Adarsh Behera from Jagatsinghpur, trapped in Sudan's civil war, was rescued by Indian authorities after being held captive by paramilitary forces. Read his harrowing survival story.
Blinkit agent earns Rs 763 for 15-hour duty, Chadha flags issue
AAP MP Raghav Chadha exposes alleged systemic exploitation of gig workers after a Blinkit delivery agent earned just Rs 763 for nearly 15 hours of work. Calls for fair wages and social security.
Blinkit Rider's ₹762 Pay for 15-Hour Day Sparks Outrage
AAP MP Raghav Chadha exposes harsh realities of India's gig economy after a Blinkit delivery executive earned only ₹762 for 28 deliveries. Read about the systemic exploitation and calls for fair wages.
Hyderabad Gig Workers Lack Protection, Union Study Reveals
A Telangana union study exposes harsh realities for Hyderabad's app workers: arbitrary penalties, no grievance systems, and zero social security. Read the full report and demands.
Raghav Chadha Advocates for Gig Worker Rights in Parliament
AAP MP Raghav Chadha raises the urgent need for a legal framework to protect India's gig workers, demanding fair pay, social security, and dignity. Read his full proposal.
Porter Drivers Union Writes to Labour Minister Over Exploitation
Telangana gig workers union demands urgent action from minister G Vivek over falling payouts, arbitrary account blocking, and safety issues at logistics platform Porter. Read their key demands.
Human-Centric AI Needed in India's Gig Work: CERAI
Researchers at a CERAI event call for human-centric AI in India's gig economy, highlighting risks of algorithmic bias and the need for fair work practices. Learn more.
Indian Worker Humiliated in Malaysia: Viral Video
Safiudeen Pakkeer Mohamed from Tamil Nadu faced brutal treatment in Kuala Lumpur while homeless. His story exposes migrant worker exploitation. Read how help arrived.
Brick Kiln Worker Dies by Suicide in Hoshiarpur
A 25-year-old brick kiln worker from Bihar died by suicide in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district. Police investigation underway amid family concerns.
Congress Challenges Modi's Labour Codes Effectiveness
Congress questions if repackaged labour codes deliver 'Shramik Nyay', urges Centre to learn from Karnataka's gig worker laws. Key provisions may start April 2026.
BJP Worker Suicide Sparks Political Storm in Kerala
CPM and Congress demand probe into Anand Thampi's suicide after BJP denied him election ticket. Minister Sivankutty alleges corruption, land mafia links in party leadership. Read the full investigation.
Jharkhand seeks NOC to bring migrant worker's body from Saudi
Jharkhand labor officials are working to convince the widow of a deceased migrant worker to provide NOC for repatriating his body from Saudi Arabia. Learn about the mandatory requirements and ongoing efforts.
Telangana woman's Bahrain husband tragedy revealed
A Telangana woman's desperate search for her husband in Bahrain ends in tragedy as she discovers he died months ago. The emotional story of broken communication and delayed information.
Mumbai Domestic Worker Found Dead in Worli Apartment
A 34-year-old domestic worker was discovered deceased under mysterious circumstances in a luxury Worli apartment. Mumbai Police have registered a case and launched a detailed investigation into the incident.
Worker dies in Rome medieval tower collapse
A construction worker has tragically died after being trapped for hours under the rubble of a collapsed medieval tower in central Rome, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in Italy's construction sector.
Indian migrant worker dies in Saudi, dozens stranded in Tunisia
A migrant worker from Jharkhand died under mysterious circumstances in Saudi Arabia while several others remain stranded in Tunisia, exposing the vulnerabilities faced by Indian laborers abroad.
Worker loses hand in Bokaro Steel Plant accident
A horrific industrial accident at Bokaro Steel Plant leaves a contract worker severely injured, raising serious questions about workplace safety protocols and contractor accountability in India's steel sector.
Boeing Workers Reject 24% Wage Hike, Strike Continues
Boeing's 24% wage increase offer fails to end historic strike as workers demand better benefits. The 84-day standoff threatens production and delivery timelines.
Blinkit Worker's Viral Post: ₹60 Delivery Reality Exposed
A delivery partner's emotional revelation about earning mere ₹60 per delivery while risking life in Delhi's extreme weather sparks nationwide debate about quick commerce exploitation.
Karnataka Gig Workers Act: Rules Finalized, Cess Pending
Karnataka Labour Department finalizes groundbreaking legislation for gig workers with welfare board, database registration, and social security benefits - cess quantum remains the final hurdle.
Karnataka Gig Workers Act: Rules Soon, CESS Undecided
Karnataka is set to implement groundbreaking legislation for gig workers with new rules expected soon, though the crucial CESS amount remains undecided. Learn how this will impact platform workers across the state.
Indian worker's Saudi plea: 'Help me, I will die'
A viral video showing an Indian worker's desperate cry for help from Saudi Arabia prompts immediate intervention by Indian Embassy officials to rescue the distressed laborer.
Indian worker's viral plea from Saudi Arabia sparks action
An Indian man's emotional video begging for help to return home from Saudi Arabia has gone viral, exposing the dark reality of migrant worker exploitation in the Gulf region and prompting urgent government action.
India's Gig Workers: Scammed, Abused, Silenced
Behind the promise of flexible work lies a harsh reality of scams, verbal abuse, and algorithmic punishment that India's gig workers face daily but cannot speak about openly.
Karnataka's Domestic Workers Bill: Minimum Wage, Social Security
Karnataka government unveils groundbreaking draft bill to protect domestic workers with minimum wage guarantees, social security benefits, and formal employment rights. Public feedback invited until December 18.
Nagaland 3-Day Pen-Down Strike Disrupts Government Services
Essential services disrupted across Nagaland as Naga Council's pen-down strike enters critical phase, demanding government action on multiple fronts including infrastructure and employment.
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