Amritsar Youth Dies in Custody, Family Blocks Highway
A 23-year-old man from Amritsar died in police custody. His family blocked the Amritsar-Jalandhar highway, alleging torture. Authorities have initiated a probe.
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Amritsar Youth Dies in Custody, Family Blocks Highway
A 22-year-old man from Amritsar dies in police custody. His family blocks the Amritsar-Jalandhar highway, alleging torture. Police claim he was arrested for theft and died from a drug overdose.
12 UP Labourers Stranded, Tortured in Kyrgyzstan
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded and facing torture in Kyrgyzstan after being sent by local agents. Families plead for rescue as administration investigates. Read their harrowing ordeal.
12 Pilibhit Workers Stranded in Kyrgyzstan, SOS Sent
Twelve migrant labourers from Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan. The district administration has sent a detailed report to the UP Home Department for urgent intervention. Read more.
12 Pilibhit labourers stranded, harassed in Kyrgyzstan
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan, facing abuse. A detailed report has been sent to the state govt to initiate their safe repatriation. Read more.
18 Lakh Indian Students Abroad: MEA Data Reveals New Trends
MEA data reveals over 18 lakh Indian students abroad in 2025. Canada leads in higher education, while Gulf nations dominate school enrolments. Explore the shifting trends and key destinations.
Indian Students Abroad: Higher Ed Dips, Gulf Schools Lead
MEA data reveals a drop in Indian students pursuing university education overseas in 2025, with Gulf nations dominating school enrollments. Canada, US, UAE top destinations. Analysis inside.
Rupee Slide to 90 Hits Indian Students Abroad Hard
The rupee's fall to 90 against the dollar is straining Indian students overseas, raising tuition and living costs by lakhs. Families are forced to recalibrate budgets as financial pressure mounts.
Jhansi cops booked for torturing POCSO accused in custody
A sub-inspector and two constables in Jhansi booked for allegedly torturing a POCSO accused, causing 23 wounds and fractures. Special court orders detailed medical panel investigation.
Court Rebukes Panipat Police for Fabrication, Illegal Detention
A Panipat court has accused police of fabrication and shielding officers in an illegal detention case. The judge ordered an FIR and an independent probe. Read the shocking details.
PUCL Alleges Custodial Torture in Dalit Youth Death in Bengaluru
Rights group PUCL demands judicial inquiry into the death of Dalit youth Darshan PG, alleging illegal detention and assault by Bengaluru police. Details inside.
Imran Khan Facing Mental Torture in Jail: Sister
Imran Khan's sister alleges severe mental torture against the ex-PM in Adiala Jail after a brief visit. Details on his condition and the political fallout in Pakistan.
HC Stays Punjab Human Rights Panel's FIR Order Against Cops
Punjab & Haryana HC stays order for FIR against 5 cops over alleged custodial torture, citing human rights panel overstepped its mandate. Details inside.
Anganwadi Workers Protest in Hubballi for Job Security, Benefits
Anganwadi and midday meal workers in Hubballi demand job security, wage hikes, and statutory benefits like maternity leave. Their indefinite protest highlights long-pending grievances.
Suspended IPS Officer Balveer Singh Gets New STF Post
Controversial IPS officer Balveer Singh, accused of multiple custodial tortures including teeth extraction, transferred to Erode STF. Madras HC stays trial proceedings. Read full details.
New Book Exposes Hidden Truths of South Asia's Gig Workers
Vandana Vasudevan's OTP Please! uncovers the emotional realities of gig economy participants across South Asia. Discover how buyers, workers and platforms mirror each other in surprising ways.
Karnataka's Domestic Workers Bill: What Changes
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
Vadodara workers seize garbage vans over unpaid wages
27 garbage collection workers in Vadodara drove away 7 vehicles to Madhya Pradesh after 8 months without pay. The labor dispute highlights contractor payment issues in municipal services.
Indian Unions Protest Against Gig Worker Policies
Indian labour unions joined the global 'Make Amazon Pay' movement on Black Friday, demanding better rights for gig workers despite new labour codes offering social security benefits.
Bengali Workers Detained in Odisha for Verification
Nine Bengali-speaking migrant workers from West Bengal detained by Odisha police for verification of Bangladeshi links despite having valid ID documents. Bhadrak SP confirms investigation ongoing.
19 states ignore SC order on police station CCTVs
Supreme Court's 2020 directive for CCTV installation in police stations faces widespread non-compliance. 19 states and Centre fail to file affidavits. ED, CBI, NIA also silent. Read full details.
Trump's U-turn on immigration policy shocks supporters
Donald Trump declares support for foreign workers, acknowledging MAGA won't like it. The policy shift aims to address US labor shortages in chip manufacturing. Read the full analysis.
5000 Jaipur Sanitation Workers Begin Strike
Over 5000 sanitation workers in Jaipur launch immediate strike while Ajmer and Bhilwara prepare to join. Workers demand regularization, promotions and overtime payments. JMC officials promise discussion.
Jaipur sanitation workers end hunger strike, boycott work
Jaipur sanitation workers suspended their 4-day hunger strike due to health concerns but announced complete work boycott starting Tuesday. Read about their demands and protest escalation.
Indian Woman Returns After False US Torture Allegations
An Odia woman who made false torture allegations against her US-based mother returns to India. Read the full story of legal proceedings and family reconciliation.
Indian Student's UK Reality: Expectations vs Truth
Lakshita Bhagtani reveals the unfiltered reality of studying in UK - from hidden costs to culture shock. Essential watch for Indian students planning abroad studies.
Delhi almond workers toil in dust for meager wages
In Delhi's Karawal Nagar, women crack almonds in hazardous conditions, earning barely ₹3/kg. Despite a 2024 protest, their plight continues. Discover their untold story.
Delhi student suicide: Teacher torture claims revealed
A 14-year-old Delhi student died by suicide after alleging severe torture by teachers. His final words reveal a disturbing pattern of harassment at school. Read the full investigation.
New Labour Codes: 12 Key Changes for India's Workforce
India's new labour codes bring timely wages, equal pay, health checkups and social security for gig workers. Learn how these reforms impact employees and employers across sectors.
India's Gig Workers Get Formal Social Security Safety Net
India's 7.7 million gig workers finally receive formal social security benefits including insurance, pensions, and accident coverage through new government initiatives.
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