TN Govt's Rs 3000 Pongal Gift for 2.2 Crore Families
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin announces enhanced Pongal gift of Rs 3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane for over 2.2 crore ration card holders. Total cost Rs 6936 crore. Read details.
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Zomato CEO: 5,000 delivery partners terminated monthly
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal explains the routine termination of 5,000 delivery partners monthly, citing fraud and misuse. He defends safety and support systems amidst criticism.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Announces Rs 3000 Pongal Cash Gift
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin announces a Rs 3000 cash gift for Pongal to all ration card holders. The scheme will benefit over 2 crore people ahead of the harvest festival.
Motihari DM Acts Against PDS Irregularities in Ration Distribution
East Champaran DM Saurabh Jorwal orders strict action after beneficiaries report receiving less than entitled free grains. Inspection of all PDS shops and warehouses directed.
10-Minute Delivery Workers Face Stress, Low Wages
A new report reveals delivery workers for apps like Zomato and Swiggy face high stress and daily pay as low as Rs 600. Discover the hidden price of instant convenience.
Delhi: Free monthly sugar for AAY beneficiaries approved
Delhi Cabinet greenlights free distribution of 1 kg sugar monthly to all AAY ration card holders. The scheme, ensuring hygiene via branded packets, runs till March 2027, benefiting over 65,000 families.
Kochi loses 10-minute grocery delivery post gig workers' strike
Kochi residents face longer grocery delivery times as apps drop 10-minute promise after gig workers' strike for fair pay and safety. Discover the new reality.
Bihar Launches Doorstep Healthcare for Elderly
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar announces a new scheme to provide nursing, tests, and emergency medical aid to senior citizens at home. Part of 'Saat Nishchay-3', the initiative aims for 'development with justice'. Share your suggestions.
Delhi students invite delivery rider to join New Year party
A heartwarming video from Delhi shows college students inviting a food delivery rider to their New Year's house party. The viral moment, capturing 'pure Delhi energy,' has won hearts online.
Mandya DC Ensures Timely Wages, PF for Hamali Workers
Mandya District Collector mandates wage payment by 5th of each month for hamali workers, ensuring ESI & PF benefits. Anna Bhagya ration distribution must be completed by the 10th.
Zomato CEO: Gig Model Offers Reliable Income, Flexitime
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal counters criticism of gig work, stating it provides flexible hours and reliable income for many, without pressuring delivery partners.
Zomato's Goyal on Gig Worker Pay, Flexibility Amid Strike
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal reveals delivery partner earnings rose to Rs 102/hour in 2025. He defends the gig model's flexibility, addresses safety concerns, and details insurance benefits. Read the full debate.
HC upholds licence cancellation for Aadhaar-linked ration fraud
Allahabad High Court upheld the cancellation of a Ghaziabad dealer's licence for using 3 Aadhaar cards to withdraw ration meant for 697 beneficiaries. The court dismissed the plea, citing lack of explanation for the irregularities.
Zomato Delivery Partner Earnings Up 10.9% in FY25
Zomato reports a 10.9% rise in delivery partner earnings for FY25. Founder Deepinder Goyal champions the gig model's flexibility as a key benefit for India's workforce. Read the full analysis.
Swiggy, Zomato 10-Minute Delivery Protest: Workers Dispute Pay
Telangana gig workers' union challenges Zomato's earnings claim, revealing net pay of just ₹81/hour after costs. No social security or paid leave. Read the full story.
Zomato Shares Delivery Partner Earnings Data Amid Debate
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal released a fact sheet showing delivery partners' average hourly earnings rose to ₹102 in 2025. Get the full details on the gig economy transparency move.
Rajkot Launches Doorstep E-Waste Collection, Pays Citizens
Rajkot Municipal Corporation starts a doorstep e-waste pickup service. Citizens can now sell old mobiles, laptops & appliances for cash, ensuring safe recycling. Book your pickup today!
Zomato CEO alleges political agents disrupted work on Christmas, NYE
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal alleges violent protests stopped delivery partners from working on Christmas & New Year's Eve. He claims political agents hijacked the gig workers' strike. Read the full story.
Zomato, Blinkit Deliver Unaffected by Strike Calls
Despite strike calls, Zomato and Blinkit executed record deliveries on New Year's Day with police support. CEO Deepinder Goyal clarifies their 10-minute promise is store-density based, not speed-driven. Read more.
Hooda: BJP created fake ration cards, cheated Haryana youth
Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda alleges BJP created lakhs of fake ration cards for votes, cancelled them post-polls, and sidelined Haryana youth in govt jobs. Details inside.
TN Govt's ₹248 Cr Pongal Gift for 2.22 Cr Ration Holders
Tamil Nadu government sanctions ₹248.44 crore for Pongal gift hampers including rice, sugar, and sugarcane for 2.22 crore rice ration card holders. Distribution to be staggered to avoid crowds. Read details.
Gig workers skip NYE strike for higher payouts
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 Demand Ban on 10-Minute Deliveries in India
A heated debate erupts over gig workers' demand to ban 10-minute deliveries in India. Unions cite safety risks, while platforms argue for consumer choice. What's the future of quick commerce?
Swiggy's NYE 2025: Biryani Reigns, Gold & iPhones Delivered
Swiggy's live data reveals India's New Year's Eve 2025 trends: over 2.18 lakh biryani orders, high-value gifts like iPhones & gold, and a surge in home celebrations. See the full story.
Delivery Strike on NYE Gets Mixed Response
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.
Kolkata Gig Workers' Strike: Limited Impact on Dec 31
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.
Delivery Strike on NYE: Mixed Response Amid Bonus Offers
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.
TN Pongal 2026 Gift Tokens: Ration Shops Get Jan 2 Deadline
Tamil Nadu govt mandates ration shops to prepare Pongal 2026 gift tokens for 2 crore beneficiaries by Jan 2. Door-to-door distribution & staggered collection to avoid crowds. Details inside.
Nationwide Gig Workers Strike Hits Delivery Apps on NYE
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 Giants Boost Pay as Gig Workers Plan Strike
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.
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