VTU Splits Internship Period to Ease Student Pressure
Visvesvaraya Technological University divides mandatory internships across two semesters to reduce competition and address payment demands from companies.
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VTU Internship Fees: 46% of Students Pay for Placements
Nearly half of VTU engineering students pay companies for mandatory internships, with fees reaching Rs 1.2 lakh. Experts debate why firms charge and how to fix the system.
Chennai Corp Holds ₹770 Crore Unpaid Bills, Stalls Projects
Greater Chennai Corporation delays payments worth ₹770 crore to contractors, halting new infrastructure projects like roads and flyovers. Contractors plan legal action as funds remain stuck.
Pakistan Gas Firms Sit on PKR 1.5 Trillion Dues Amid Crisis
Pakistan's energy mismanagement deepens as gas utilities fail to recover PKR 1.5 trillion in dues, exacerbating the country's ongoing power and gas shortages.
VTU Students Pay for Internships, University Takes 25% Cut
Nearly half of VTU engineering students pay companies for mandatory internships. The university retains 25% of these fees, claiming it covers portal costs. Students struggle to find free options.
Student Picks Zepto Over Internship, Ignites Job Market Debate
A college student's decision to work part-time for Zepto instead of pursuing a corporate internship has sparked widespread discussion about unpaid internships and gig economy realities in India.
Punjab Power Staff Intensify Agitation Over PSPCL Land Sale
Power sector employees across Punjab escalate protests against state government's proposed sale of PSPCL land, with new demonstrations planned in Ludhiana and Jalandhar. High Court takes note of Rs 2,582 crore unpaid electricity bills owed by state depart
MLA Kamath Slams Govt Over Unpaid Health Workers
Mangaluru MLA D Vedavyas Kamath criticizes the government for not paying contract healthcare and ASHA workers for months. He inaugurated a renovated health centre in Padil.
Men Take Over 'Women's Work' When It Pays Well
Devina Mehra examines how skills like cooking and coding become male-dominated once they offer income, highlighting systemic discrimination that holds back economic growth.
DRDO Pune Lab Opens Paid Internship Applications
HEMRL in Pune announces 40 paid internship positions for engineering and science students starting February 2026. Applications open with Rs 5,000 monthly stipend.
Nagpur Dental Residents Strike Over Unpaid Stipends
72 postgraduate dental resident doctors at Nagpur's Govt Dental College and Hospital have gone on strike after not receiving their stipends for three months, causing financial hardship and disrupting patient services.
Actress files police case over Rs 2.9 lakh unpaid dues
A Telugu film actress has filed a cheating complaint in Mumbai against a producer for unpaid dues of Rs 2.9 lakh. The Bangur Nagar Police have registered an FIR. Read the full story.
India's New Cybersecurity Rules for Smartphones & Key News
Key updates for Jan 13, 2026: India plans stricter cybersecurity for smartphones, new US Ambassador assumes charge, Iran protests continue, and more national & international news.
2,100 MGNREGS Staff in Punjab Await Salaries for Months
Nearly 2,100 MGNREGS staff in Punjab haven't received salaries for 3-6 months, with Rs 174 crore in worker wages also pending. Read about the crisis and political implications.
TGSRTC Retirees Protest Over Unpaid Benefits After 9 Years
Frustrated TGSRTC retirees announce a sit-in protest at Bus Bhavan on Jan 21, demanding immediate clearance of long-pending retirement dues, including gratuity and arrears, citing severe financial distress.
Odia Workers Stranded in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
Abu Dhabi Court Awards Dh159,800 to Worker in Labour Dispute
An Abu Dhabi Labour Court ordered a company to pay Dh159,800 to an employee for unpaid salary and gratuity. This ruling highlights the strong enforcement of UAE labour laws protecting workers' rights. Know your legal entitlements.
Labourers Block Jalandhar DC Office Gate for 2 Hours
Over 100 labourers protested at Jalandhar DC office, blocking gates for 2 hours over unpaid wages. The demonstration caused major disruptions for visitors and officials.
VTU Investigates Firms Asking Money for Internships
Visvesvaraya Technological University forms probe team after students allege companies demand payment for internships, violating stipend mandates. Read the full investigation details.
Maduro's Nike Tech Fleece Tracksuit Sparks Global Meme Fest
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's grey Nike tracksuit during a serious political moment hijacked the internet's attention, causing searches and sales to surge. Discover how athleisure became the headline.
Indian Firms Use Interviews for Free AI Consulting Work
A senior professional's Reddit post exposes a worrying hiring trend in India's AI sector: interviews turned into unpaid strategy work. Experts warn of ethics and power imbalance. Learn how to protect yourself.
Internship Calendar 2026: PM Scheme & NITI Aayog Guide
Plan your career with the 2026 Internship Calendar. Details on PM Internship Scheme, NITI Aayog, deadlines, and how to apply for top government opportunities. Start your application now!
Dhaba owner held for murder over unpaid Rs 1000 bill in Keonjhar
Keonjjar police arrest dhaba owner Sankar Prasad Mahato and associate Mithun Munda for allegedly murdering truck driver Sanjay Yadav over an unpaid food bill. The body was found 18 days later. Full details inside.
PGI contract workers hunger strike over unpaid wages
Contract workers at PGIMER Chandigarh began a hunger strike demanding payment of Rs 55 crore in pending wages and better benefits. The institute claims hospital services remain unaffected.
Ludhiana hospital detains body over unpaid bill, rights panel intervenes
A Ludhiana family accuses a private hospital of holding a body hostage for 14 hours over Rs 6.6 lakh dues. The Punjab State Human Rights Commission ordered the release. Read the shocking details.
US Colleges Use State Funds for Paid Internships in South Carolina
Public universities in South Carolina are expanding state-funded stipend programmes to help students afford summer internships, removing financial barriers and building local workforce talent. Learn how this model is succeeding.
PGI Chandigarh Workers Hunger Strike Over Rs 90 Cr Dues
PGI Chandigarh contract workers' Joint Action Committee announces indefinite hunger strike from Dec 23 over unpaid wage arrears of Rs 90 crore. Read about their demands and the administration's alleged breach of assurances.
Mexico Pilot Barricades in Cockpit Over Unpaid Wages
A pilot in Mexico City refused to take off, barricading himself to protest 5 months of unpaid salary. Passengers evacuated as authorities investigate. Read the full story.
Buxar heritage guards unpaid for 10 months, Diwali ruined
Two security guards at a protected heritage site in Buxar, Bihar, allege non-payment of salaries for 10 months, highlighting systemic failures in outsourced security for historical monuments. Read the full investigation.
Stylist Accuses Tanya Mittal of Non-Payment, Details Ordeal
Bigg Boss 19's Tanya Mittal faces fresh allegations from stylist Riddhima Sharma over unpaid fees and unreturned outfits. Sharma opens up about online trolling and broken promises. Read the full story.
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