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.
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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.
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.
Angelina Jolie at Rafah as Israel Suspends Gaza Aid Groups
Angelina Jolie visits Rafah Crossing, highlights Gaza's catastrophic aid crisis as Israel suspends groups. Winter storms kill 20, worsen humanitarian disaster. Read more.
Sena UBT-MNS promise Rs 1500 aid for women domestic workers
Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance unveils key BMC poll promises: Rs 1,500 monthly aid for women domestic workers, property tax relief for homes up to 700 sq ft, and youth self-employment schemes. Read their full roadmap for Mumbai.
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.
UAE Aid Ship Arrives in Egypt Carrying Gaza Humanitarian Supplies
The UAE's 'Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum' humanitarian ship has docked at Egypt's Al-Arish port, carrying over 4,600 tonnes of aid for Gaza. The initiative is part of Operation 'Gallant Knight 3'. Read more about this critical relief effort.
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.
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?
Israel Refutes MSF Claims of Blocking Gaza Aid
Israel's aid agency COGAT denies Médecins Sans Frontières' allegations of preventing aid delivery in Gaza, citing coordination failures. Read the full story.
US pledges $2B for UN aid, demands major reforms
The US pledges $2 billion for UN humanitarian aid, a sharp drop from past funding. The Trump administration demands consolidation, warning agencies to adapt or face closure. Explore the global impact.
Canada commits $2.5B economic aid to Ukraine for 2025
Canadian PM Justin Trudeau announces a major $2.5 billion economic aid package for Ukraine during the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Berlin. This long-term support aims to bolster Ukraine's resilience against Russia.
Japan Pledges $2 Million Aid for Afghan Returnees
Japan commits USD 2 million in humanitarian aid to support Afghan returnees from Pakistan. The funding will address urgent needs like food and shelter. Read more about this critical international effort.
Millions in Afghanistan Face Hunger Amid Deep Aid Cuts
Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis worsens as funding cuts leave 23.7 million people facing acute hunger. UN agencies warn of catastrophic consequences without urgent support.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Food delivery workers strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
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.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
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.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
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.
India's $450M Aid Package for Sri Lanka Announced
India pledges $450 million for Sri Lanka's recovery after Cyclone Ditwah. Jaishankar announces package focusing on reconstruction, health, and disaster readiness. Read more.
India's $450M Cyclone Aid for Sri Lanka
India announces a major $450 million relief package for Sri Lanka to aid recovery from a devastating cyclone. EAM Jaishankar confirms the support, highlighting India's role as a first responder in the region.
UAE 3rd Largest Global Humanitarian Donor in 2025
The UAE cemented its role as a top global humanitarian donor in 2025, providing $1.46 billion in aid. Read about its major relief efforts in Gaza, Sudan, and global water initiatives.
Saudi Arabia mandates e-salary for domestic workers from 2026
Saudi Arabia mandates all employers to pay domestic workers via official channels from Jan 1, 2026, ensuring transparency and timely payments. Learn how this protects workers' rights.
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.
India dispatches medicines, CT scanner to Afghanistan
India reaffirms its commitment to humanitarian support for the Afghan people, dispatching 40 tons of medical aid, including a crucial CT scanner, to Kabul. Read more about this critical assistance.
Assam CM gives Rs 5L aid to families of tea workers killed in crash
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma provides Rs 5 lakh aid to families of 20 tea workers who died in a tragic truck accident. He also announced new guidelines to regulate migration from tea gardens.
SC to Delhi: Provide Aid to Idle Construction Workers
Supreme Court asks Delhi government for a practical solution to aid construction workers affected by pollution curbs. Govt says 7,000 of 2.5 lakh workers verified for direct benefit transfer.
Delhi to pay Rs 10,000 to workers hit by pollution curbs
Delhi government announces Rs 10,000 financial aid for workers impacted by anti-pollution measures. Mandatory work-from-home for 50% staff in all institutions from Thursday. Read the full details.
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.
Tamil Nadu Sends Rice, Relief to Cyclone-Hit Sri Lanka
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin flagged off a ship carrying rice and relief materials to cyclone-affected Sri Lanka, continuing the state's tradition of aid. Read more about this humanitarian gesture.
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.
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