Delhi HC Seeks 24x7 Traffic Signals for Night Safety
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.
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SatLeo's Thermal Mapping to Offer Cooler Routes for Workers
Ahmedabad's SatLeo Labs uses satellite thermal data to map urban heat, aiding city planning and worker safety. Pilot in Tumakuru shows promise for emissions tracking and heat management.
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.
PFRDA Expands NPS to Gig Workers for Retirement Security
PFRDA officials highlight NPS benefits for all, including gig workers. Learn about tax benefits, investment options, and how to secure a dignified post-retirement life. Start planning today!
Raghav Chadha Seeks Ban on 10-Minute Delivery Services
AAP MP Raghav Chadha demands a ban on 10-minute delivery services and calls for urgent protection for gig workers facing speed pressure and harassment. Read the full story.
Chadha Slams 10-Minute Delivery Culture in Rajya Sabha
AAP MP Raghav Chadha condemns the pressure of instant delivery services on gig workers, calling for better working conditions and an end to 'cruel' 10-minute deadlines. Read more.
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.
Telangana Gig Workers Act Faces Legal Hurdle Over Cess
Telangana govt seeks legal opinion as its Gig Workers Act's cess provision may clash with Central labour codes. Will the state law be revised? Read for 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.
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.
Kerala Govt Under Fire Over Labour Codes Draft
Kerala government faces criticism after draft aligning with Centre's labour codes surfaces. Learn about the universal social security for gig workers and pending reforms.
HP Cuts 6,000 Jobs, Apple Reduces Sales Staff
HP announces up to 6,000 job cuts by 2028 in AI-driven restructuring while Apple quietly eliminates sales roles. Latest tech layoffs signal industry-wide cost-cutting trends.
New Labour Code Adds ₹2-3 Cost Per Food Delivery Order
India's new labour code mandates Swiggy and Zomato to contribute 1-2% of turnover for gig worker welfare, potentially adding billions in costs that may be passed to customers. Analysis shows impact on profitability.
Labour Codes: Limited Impact on Food Delivery Giants
India's new labour codes will cost Zomato and Swiggy 1-2% of turnover for gig worker security. Analysts expect minimal short-term financial impact as companies may pass costs to customers. Read analysis.
India's New Labour Codes: Economic Catalyst
India's newly notified labour codes could transform the workforce and boost economic growth, but implementation challenges and infrastructure readiness remain crucial for success.
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 Implements 4 New Labour Codes, Replaces 29 Laws
India implements 4 new labour codes replacing 29 outdated laws to modernize regulations, boost formalization and protect gig workers. A crucial step for economic growth.
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.
India's New Labour Codes: What You Need to Know
India introduces 4 new labour codes to overhaul outdated laws, extending protection to millions. Learn about social security for gig workers, night shifts for women, and more.
India's New Labour Codes: What You Need to Know
India introduces 4 new labour codes to replace outdated laws, extending social security to gig workers and setting a universal minimum wage. Learn how this impacts you.
India's 29 Labour Laws Consolidated Into 4 Codes
Indian government consolidates 29 labour laws into 4 codes, bringing sweeping changes for fixed-term, gig, women workers and more. Learn how this impacts employees across sectors.
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.
India's Labour Reforms: Job Creation & Social Security
India implements four labour codes to accelerate formal job creation and expand social security for gig workers. Industry experts highlight implementation challenges and benefits.
Gig Workers Get Social Security: Amazon, Flipkart Fund Welfare
India launches a social security fund for gig workers, requiring platforms like Amazon and Zomato to contribute. Workers gain health, accident insurance & portable benefits. A landmark move for 2.35 crore workers.
Amazon Layoffs Hit Engineers Hardest: 40% Impact
Amazon's massive layoffs of 14,000 employees disproportionately affected engineers, with mid-level roles seeing the highest impact. Get the full details on the tech giant's restructuring.
Verizon Cuts 13,000 Jobs in Largest Workforce Reduction
Verizon announces elimination of 13,000 positions amid competitive pressures. CEO cites need to streamline operations. Discover how this impacts telecom industry.
Verizon Cuts 13,000 Jobs in Major Restructuring
US wireless carrier Verizon announces largest-ever layoff of 13,000 employees as part of cost-cutting measures. CEO Dan Schulman reveals restructuring plan.
IIT grad jobless for 7 months amid tech sector crisis
An IIT graduate and former IT manager shares his unemployment struggle on Reddit, highlighting India's mid-career tech workforce crisis. Read his emotional story and industry insights.
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