Google's Waymo creates unexpected manual jobs in the US self-driving car industry. Americans earn $22 to close robotaxi doors, revealing tech's physical limits during outages and floods. Read more.
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
Explore India Inc's 2026 outlook: cost-driven hiring from smaller towns, gig workforce expansion, and AI's deep impact on jobs. Get insights to prepare for the shifts ahead.
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.
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.
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
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.
The US economy grew at an annual rate of 4.3% in Q3 2024, revised up from 4.2%, driven by robust consumer spending and exports. Get the full details and analysis here.
India's economy grew 8.2% in Q2 FY26, showing resilience despite global trade uncertainties and foreign portfolio outflows, says RBI. Domestic demand remains strong.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized knowledge as the most powerful tool for India to achieve PM Modi's mission of becoming a $5 trillion economy and the world's third-largest economy.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasizes knowledge as the most powerful tool for India to become a USD 5 trillion economy. He highlights infrastructure growth and policy reforms as catalysts.
The UAE's innovative circular economy policies are creating new pathways for sustainable growth, aiming to generate $2 billion in savings by 2030. Discover how the nation is leading the green transition.
India's GDP growth moderated to 7.8% in the January-March quarter, bringing the full-year FY24 growth to a robust 8.2%. Key sectors show mixed performance as economists watch monsoon impact.
India's Chief Economic Adviser projects the economy will hit $5 trillion by 2026-27, navigating global fragmentation. Key drivers include strong domestic demand and public investment. Read the full analysis.
Delivery workers in Delhi demand 'pollution surcharge' and protective gear from e-commerce companies during hazardous air quality days. Their call for fair compensation highlights health risks faced by platform workers.
Delivery workers in Delhi demand 'pollution surcharge' and protective gear from e-commerce companies during hazardous AQI days. Read about their key demands.
Pune RTO claims Uber, Ola, Rapido updated fares to approved rates. Yet, passengers report overcharging as drivers use unauthorized website. Companies silent. Details inside.
A 25-year-old food delivery rider in China saved 1.12 million yuan (₹1.3 crore) in five years through extreme discipline. Read his inspiring story of debt repayment and future business plans.
Zhang Xueqiang, a 25-year-old food delivery worker in China, saved 1.12 million yuan (₹1.3 crore) in five years by working gruelling 13-hour shifts, seven days a week. Discover his incredible journey from debt to financial freedom.
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 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'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.
Jagdish Rattanani argues India must move past political narratives on growth rates to address the real issue of unequal development. Read the full analysis.
Karnataka's new gig worker legislation, active from November 2025, is rooted in the lifelong work of Baba Adhav, who began organizing informal workers in the 1950s. Explore the journey to secure rights for India's unorganized workforce.
India's new labour codes aim to formalise the vast informal sector, offering social security. But do gig workers truly benefit? We analyse the gaps between legal recognition and real protection.
Uttar Pradesh's contribution to India's economy grew to 9% in 2024-25. CM Yogi Adityanath reviews progress towards $1 trillion goal, highlighting agricultural growth and industrial expansion. Read more.
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.
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.
PM Modi highlights India's 8%+ growth at India-Jordan meet, aiming to double bilateral trade to $5 billion. Explore the strategic partnership and economic opportunities.
Delhi High Court asks authorities to consider round-the-clock traffic signals for late-night gig workers. Committee to review PIL plea within 2 months. Read for details.