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Bengaluru Man Shares 4-Day Rapido Gig Earnings Breakdown

A Bengaluru man's detailed Reddit post reveals he earned Rs 2,220 in 4 days as a part-time Rapido captain. His breakdown of hours, fuel costs, and night incentives offers a rare, transparent look at gig work income in India. Read his full story.

The Complicated Reality of Gig Worker Earnings in India

How much do Swiggy and Zomato delivery partners really earn? A deep dive into the numbers reveals a complex picture of incentives, waiting time, and net income. Explore the data behind the New Year's Eve strike.

TN Extends 100% EV Road Tax Exemption for 2 Years

Tamil Nadu extends 100% road tax exemption for EVs until 2027 to boost adoption and manufacturing. Experts hail the move as crucial for affordability and policy continuity in the state's EV push.

Govt Weighs New Smartphone Incentives Post-2025

India's Meity Secretary S Krishnan reveals discussions on extending or replacing the mobile phone PLI scheme set to expire in March 2026. The move aims to sustain manufacturing growth and boost local value addition.

Kolkata Gig Workers' Strike: Limited Impact on Dec 31

A 4-hour strike by gig workers in Kolkata demanding higher incentives saw mixed results. While social media buzz affected orders, most delivery partners continued working. Read details on the protest's impact and worker demands.

Delivery Strike on NYE: Mixed Response Amid Bonus Offers

App-based delivery workers staged a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. Platforms countered with higher incentives, leading to a mixed response. Read about the impact and industry reactions.

Zomato hikes delivery incentives for December 31

Zomato increases delivery partner incentives for New Year's Eve, citing high demand. The company clarifies the move is standard and unrelated to the ongoing gig worker strike. Get the latest business updates.

China's e-Yuan to Offer Interest from 2026

China plans interest payments on its digital yuan from 2026, aiming to boost adoption and challenge the dollar. This CBDC experiment could reshape global banking and finance. Read the full analysis.

Auto PLI Funds May Double to ₹5,500 Cr in FY27

India's government plans to nearly double auto PLI scheme funds to ₹5,500 crore for FY27 to boost EV manufacturing, but rejects pleas from new-age automakers to reopen applications. Explore the impact.

UAE Boosts Tourism Investment with New Incentives

The UAE announces a significant investment push in its tourism sector, introducing competitive incentives to attract global investors and boost visitor numbers. Discover the key strategies.

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