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.
A 12-year-old student died after a slab collapsed at an under-construction anganwadi in a Chhattisgarh school campus. The incident raises serious safety concerns. Read the full report.
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?
India's WCD Ministry plans to universalise Facial Recognition System verification for anganwadi beneficiaries, expanding from take-home rations to hot cooked meals to ensure genuine delivery.
Over 2.79 crore children under the Take-Home Ration scheme have been verified using facial recognition. The system has streamlined benefits for millions of Anganwadi beneficiaries across India. Read more.
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.
Over 1,400 Anganwadi workers & helpers protested in Trichy & Madurai, demanding government employee status, retirement gratuity & pension. Police detained protesters after road blockades.
Anganwadi workers in Chandigarh protest the new 'Agniveer'-style rural job scheme, demanding guaranteed wages and permanent status. Read about their demands.
UP Chief Secretary SP Goyal mandates tap connections for all rural schools & anganwadis. Jal Jeevan Mission contract extended till 2027. All 97,070 villages now have piped water.
Rajasthan's ICDS department mandates drinking water facilities in 9,519 anganwadi centres by May 2026. A budget of Rs 17,000 per centre is allocated. Read more.
Kochi gears up for National Deworming Day on Jan 6, offering free tablets to children aged 1-19. Learn about distribution in schools, anganwadis, and key health initiatives launched.
A Dalit woman in Karnataka's Yellapur was stabbed to death by a man after she refused his marriage proposal. The accused died by suicide hours later, sparking local tensions.
Rabindra Kumar Behera, Chairman of RSB Global, commits to expanding CSR initiatives and women empowerment programs in Jharkhand, following his PhD honour from President Murmu. Read about the group's sustainable plans.
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.
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?
Hazaribag DC Shashi Prakash Singh orders officials to complete rainwater harvesting in 400 centres & toilet construction in 180 anganwadis within 15 days. Strict action warned for negligence.
Una district administration alters school & Anganwadi timings to 10 AM-3:30 PM from Dec 29 to Jan 31, prioritizing student safety amid severe cold and fog. 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.
Gumla district launches a 15-day campaign to revamp 495 Anganwadi centres, focusing on child hygiene, safety, and smart learning. Officers ensure cleanliness and personal upkeep for toddlers.
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.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
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.
Madhya Pradesh cabinet sanctions Rs 2,508 crore for Badwah-Dhamnod four-lane road, extends Saksham Anganwadi for 5 years, and funds law university & weather network. Key decisions for state infrastructure and welfare.
As Anganwadi centres complete 50 years, systemic issues and worker grievances persist despite health schemes. Explore the gap between policy and ground reality. Read more.