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.
Sudha Murty: Set Rules for Kids' Safety on Social Media
Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murty calls for government guidelines to shield children from being turned into online content, highlighting risks to privacy and mental well-being. Join the crucial conversation.
QTCinderella: The Painful Reality Behind Streaming Fame
Twitch star QTCinderella opens up about severe online harassment, stalking, and the emotional toll of streaming. She spent over $2000 monthly to remove manipulated images. Read her shocking story.
Kerala Migrant Workers Exploited Due to No Voting Rights
Over 95% of lakhs of migrant workers in Kerala are not voters, leading to unchecked exploitation in housing and labour. Experts blame apathetic local bodies. Read how this crisis unfolds.
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.
Italian Police Investigate 13 Fashion Brands for Labour Abuse
Italian authorities visited 13 top fashion houses, including Prada and Gucci, seeking documents on supply-chain controls amid a probe into worker exploitation. Read the full details.
Chadha: Insurance Firms, Hospitals Exploit Common People
AAP MP Raghav Chadha accuses insurance companies and private hospitals of exploiting the public. He demands government action for a fair and transparent healthcare system. Read more.
Ibrahim Mahama on transforming colonial waste into art
Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama discusses how abandoned railway coaches and jute sacks become powerful art on colonial exploitation and resilience, ahead of Kochi-Muziris Biennale.
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.
4 Sydney Men Charged in International Child Abuse Ring
Australian police charge four Sydney men for distributing child sexual abuse material linked to a global network. The international investigation highlights the fight against online exploitation.
Indian Worker Humiliated in Malaysia: Viral Video
Safiudeen Pakkeer Mohamed from Tamil Nadu faced brutal treatment in Kuala Lumpur while homeless. His story exposes migrant worker exploitation. Read how help arrived.
Brick Kiln Worker Dies by Suicide in Hoshiarpur
A 25-year-old brick kiln worker from Bihar died by suicide in Punjab's Hoshiarpur district. Police investigation underway amid family concerns.
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.
Bengaluru Employee Blackmailed, Forced into Sex Acts & Drugs
A Bengaluru employee was blackmailed using his mother's video, forced into sexual acts and drug peddling. The accused threatened to leak videos on social media. Read the shocking details.
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.
FIR against ambulance driver, hospital for patient exploitation
FIR registered against ambulance driver and private hospital for shifting paralyzed patient from Meerut medical college with false treatment promises. CMO suspends hospital registration.
Hospital Clerk Cheats Cancer Patients in Hyderabad
A billing clerk at Basavatarakam Indo-American Cancer Hospital in Hyderabad allegedly extorted over ₹70,000 from critically ill patients. Police have launched a manhunt for the accused.
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.
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.
Pak Drug Smugglers Recruit Minors, Exploit Juvenile Law
Pakistan-based drug smugglers are exploiting juvenile protection laws by recruiting minors for cross-border narcotics trafficking. BSF reports alarming trend along Punjab borders. Read more.
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.
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