Vande Bharat Sleeper: Catering Included in All Fares
Railway Board confirms catering services are part of the fare for all classes on the Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, enhancing overnight travel.
Railway Board confirms catering services are part of the fare for all classes on the Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Express, enhancing overnight travel.
The Railway Board has modified the 2017 Catering Policy, allowing Divisional Railway Managers to approve new catering initiatives at stations for two years, following Southern Railway's suggestions.
Rajasthan, Karnataka, Bihar & Jharkhand have passed laws for gig worker welfare, but rollout remains slow. Explore the status of these landmark acts and their impact on India's platform workforce.
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.
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?
Delhi government releases an extensive 200+ item catering menu for official functions, featuring Indian classics. Discover the full list and pricing details here.
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.
Delhi High Court refuses immediate stay on trial against Lalu Prasad in IRCTC hotel scam, seeks CBI response. Next hearing set for January 14. Key details inside.
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.
Shankh Air, a new Indian airline, plans to start domestic flights in March 2026. It aims to boost regional connectivity and launch international routes by 2029. Read more about its fleet and vision.
Discover why Delhi-NCR's youth are ditching restaurants for app-booked home chefs. From stress-free hosting to multi-cuisine feasts, explore this booming trend that saw 500 orders on New Year's Eve alone.
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?
Chennai's sabha caterers introduce innovative, healthier dishes like millet idlis and fruit-based snacks. Prices range from ₹400 to ₹2000, with a focus on attracting younger crowds. Explore the new culinary trends.
Food bookings on Kerala's Vande Bharat trains have soared by 50% after a major overhaul of menu, packaging, and staff training. The addition of local delicacies like Thalassery Biryani has boosted passenger confidence.
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Global & Indian food chains like McDonald's, KFC, Haldiram's are set to open outlets at Indian railway stations. First outlets expected in 2026. Read more.
Explore the colossal catering challenge aboard Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas, where 100,000 meals are served daily. Discover the military precision, AI forecasting, and staggering logistics behind feeding 7,600 guests.
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar approves the Platform Based Gig Workers Bill, 2025, paving the way for minimum wages and social security for gig workers in the state. Read more.
Ryanair's brutally honest one-word reply to a passenger asking for a free ticket with a photo goes viral. Discover the internet's hilarious reactions and the airline's strict policies.
Six guest workers, including a minor, from Bihar arrested for murdering a 23-year-old co-worker in Coimbatore. Details on the drunken brawl and police action inside.
As GRAP-IV halts all construction in Delhi-NCR, daily-wage workers face unemployment and mounting debt. Read about their struggle and the gaps in welfare support.
Over 500 waste transport workers in Karnataka will march to Belagavi Suvarna Soudha on December 17, demanding permanent employment, equal pay, and better working conditions. Read their full list of demands.