Bihar's building department launches a training programme for engineers & contractors to ensure timely, high-quality construction of new block offices across the state. Strict quality norms announced.
Major cracks appear in a Shimla six-storey building, residents evacuated. Minister blames NHAI tunnel construction for the damage, citing past incidents. Read for details on probe and traffic impact.
Five migrant workers from Jharkhand's Giridih, abducted in Niger in April 2023, are finally back in India. Their safe return ends nine months of anguish for their families. Read their harrowing story.
India's massive infrastructure push is creating high demand for skilled workers, who now fly to projects, earning up to ₹1 lakh monthly and bridging the traditional class gap. Discover how this shift is reshaping the workforce.
AMFI data reveals a slowdown in equity mutual fund inflows to ₹28,054 crore in Dec 2025, while gold ETF investments surge over 3x. Discover the shifting trends in investor portfolios.
Groww Mutual Fund launches Groww Small Cap Fund NFO from Jan 8-22, 2026. Minimum investment ₹500. Aiming for long-term capital appreciation in high-potential small-cap stocks. Know key details.
The December 31 gig worker strike revealed deep flaws in platform work. As companies deny employer status, workers lack rights and social security. Can India's laws catch up?
Karnataka's labour department proposes acquiring three helicopters as air ambulances to provide timely medical aid to injured workers in remote areas. The plan could be funded via the Building and Other Construction Workers Fund.
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.
The New Year's Eve strike by delivery workers ignited a fierce debate on India's gig economy, questioning the reality behind 'flexibility' and highlighting demands for fair pay and social security. Explore the clash between platform giants and worker unio
Four migrant workers from Purulia, assaulted in Chhattisgarh, return home. Police confirm no criminal records. Details on the wage dispute and alleged Bajrang Dal attack inside.
Karnataka's Labour Minister announces a proposed 1-1.5% welfare fee on aggregators to fund gig worker benefits. Official notification expected within a week.
A 65-year-old woman died and four family members were injured after a cement chunk from a dilapidated building's roof collapsed in Kolkata's Park Circus. Locals blame negligent owner.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends gig workers' strike, accuses platforms of exploitation and politicizing fair pay demands. He calls for a nationwide debate on worker rights. Read more.
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal defends Blinkit's 10-minute model after NYE strike. Workers say shrinking payouts, not speed, force 12-hour shifts. Unions cite 'economic desperation'.
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.
Haryana minister Vipul Goel flags a new property ID scam in Sonipat MC, suspending officials. This follows CM's probe into a Rs 1,500 crore work slip scam. Get the latest updates on the investigations.
Centre's draft rules propose social security for gig workers, but eligibility requires 90-120 days of engagement. Stakeholders have 30-45 days to give feedback before April 1, 2026 rollout.
Haryana CM Nayab Saini orders high-level probe into alleged Rs 1,500 crore 'work slip' scam in labour welfare board. Committee to submit report in one month. Read for details.
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot demands a national gig worker welfare law based on Rajasthan's landmark Act. He criticizes state BJP govt for delaying rules, forcing workers to strike. Read more.
As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?
Axis Max Life launches High Growth Fund II, an actively managed midcap equity fund with an 80-100% equity allocation. NFO period runs from 31 December 2025 to 15 January 2026. Explore its strategy, risk profile, and who should invest.
Calcutta High Court prioritizes public safety, allows renovation of a dangerous building declared unsafe by KMC, overriding a civil ownership dispute. Read the full ruling details.
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij recommends a state or central agency probe into an alleged Rs 1,500 crore scam in the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Massive irregularities found in work slips and registrations.
India's gig workers launch a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, demanding better pay, Rs 40,000 minimum earnings, and an end to exploitative practices like 10-minute delivery. Read their 15 demands.
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed in George, South Africa, killing at least 8 people. Over 50 workers are trapped as rescue operations continue. Read the latest updates.
A tragic accident in Kerala's Kannur district claims two lives and leaves 13 injured after a truck overturns. The workers were returning from a construction site. Details inside.
FBI Director Kash Patel announces permanent closure of aging J. Edgar Hoover building. Move to former USAID facility saves billions, starts immediately. Read details.
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.