Gig Workers Strike: Global Rights & India's Status
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?
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Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Disrupt New Year's Eve Deliveries
Despite a gig workers' strike on New Year's Eve, services from Zomato and Swiggy remained largely unaffected. Firms offered extra incentives to ensure smooth operations. Read the full analysis.
Gig Workers in India Pushed to the Edge by Poor Conditions
A new report reveals the harsh reality for India's gig workers: low pay, exhausting hours, and zero job security are creating a crisis. Read the full investigation into the platform economy's human cost.
Govt Notifies Draft Labour Code Rules, Seeks Public Feedback
The government has released draft rules for four labour codes, proposing a 48-hour work week and a social security board for gig workers. Public can submit feedback within 45 days. Read the key changes.
Nationwide Gig Workers Strike Hits Delivery Apps on NYE
Over 1 lakh delivery agents strike nationwide on New Year's Eve 2025, demanding fair wages, transparency, and a ban on exploitative 10-minute delivery models. The action targets Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Amazon.
Swiggy, Zomato hike pay as gig workers strike on NYE
Food delivery platforms Swiggy and Zomato announce increased festive payouts for delivery partners as unions call for a nationwide strike on December 31, demanding better wages and conditions.
Raghav Chadha mediates gig worker strike, demands dignity
AAP MP Raghav Chadha offers to mediate between companies and gig workers ahead of Dec 31 strike. He demands dignity, fair pay, and social security for delivery personnel.
Zomato, Swiggy Boost Pay for Delivery Partners Before NYE
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy announce increased incentives for gig workers to avert a strike on New Year's Eve. Details on new payouts and union demands inside.
Zomato, Swiggy Boost Payouts Amid New Year's Eve Strike Threat
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy increase worker payouts ahead of a potential New Year's Eve strike that could disrupt services on one of the busiest nights. Details inside.
Food Delivery Giants Boost Pay as Gig Workers Plan Strike
Zomato and Swiggy announce higher New Year's Eve incentives for delivery partners, while gig workers' unions call for a nationwide strike demanding better pay and conditions. Details inside.
Zomato, Swiggy Hike Pay for Delivery Partners Before Strike
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy increase incentives for gig workers as unions call for a strike on New Year's Eve. Details on the new payout structures and union demands.
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.
Delivery Workers Strike, Demand Ban on 10-Minute Deliveries
Delivery workers for Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Zepto are striking on New Year's Eve, demanding fair pay, safety, and a ban on 10-minute delivery models. Read about their demands and the government's role.
Delivery Workers Strike on Dec 31 Over Safety, Pay Issues
Delivery platform workers across India plan a New Year's Eve strike in 2025, protesting unsafe 10-minute delivery targets and low wages. Read about the nationwide impact and union demands.
Delivery Workers Strike on Dec 31 Over Pay, Safety
A nationwide strike by delivery workers on New Year's Eve will disrupt services from Zomato, Swiggy, and others. Unions demand better pay, safety, and social security. Read details.
Delivery Workers Strike, Demand End to 10-Minute Service
Gig workers across India launch a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, demanding the removal of the 10-minute delivery model and better pay. Read about their demands and the expected impact.
Gig Workers Strike Nationwide Over Pay, Insurance Issues
Delivery workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto, and Amazon are on a nationwide strike demanding better pay, insurance, and an end to 10-minute delivery. Read their demands.
Nationwide Gig Worker Strike Hits Delivery Services
Gig workers across India launch a nationwide strike on Dec 31, demanding fair pay and rights. Learn how this impacts your Zomato, Swiggy, and Blinkit orders.
Gig workers strike over 10-min delivery, pay cuts
Gig workers' unions demand removal of 10-minute delivery and old payout restoration. Nationwide strike on Dec 31 after 40,000 protested on Dec 25, causing major delays.
Gig Workers Strike, BMC Funds Probe & Khaleda Zia's Funeral
On the last day of 2025, gig workers strike for pay transparency, an RTI probe reveals BMC fund bias, and Bangladesh prepares for Khaleda Zia's funeral. Get the full briefing.
Pune's 2025 NYE: Strike, Safety & Varied Party Plans
As Pune gears up for New Year's Eve 2025, a gig workers' strike and safety concerns add complexity. Explore how restaurants, residents, and authorities are adapting for a night of celebration.
Gig Workers Strike on NYE Over Pay, 10-Min Delivery Ban
Delivery services in Delhi-NCR face New Year's Eve disruptions as gig workers strike for transparent pay and a ban on 10-minute delivery models. Over 1.5 lakh expected to join.
Gig Workers Nationwide Strike on Dec 31 Over Rights
GIPSWU, India's first women-led gig workers union, calls a nationwide strike on December 31, 2025, demanding labour rights, safety, and fair pay. Read about the key demands and potential service disruptions.
Gig Workers' Nationwide Strike on Dec 31 for Better Pay
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.
India Becomes 4th Largest Global Economy, Targets 3rd Spot
India surpasses Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy. Government data projects it will overtake Germany by 2030, driven by strong growth and reforms.
Gig workers to strike on NYE, demand ban on 10-min delivery
Gig economy workers across India plan a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, demanding a ban on 10-minute delivery services. This follows a similar protest on December 25 that disrupted services in Delhi-NCR.
Quick Commerce Redefines Indian Retail in 2025
India's retail sector transformed in 2025 as quick commerce, reaching 33 million users, made instant delivery the norm. Explore the rise, challenges, and future.
Patna delivery riders face harsh winter with low pay, no gear
As Patna shivers, quick-commerce delivery workers endure freezing nights, declining orders, and safety risks for meagre earnings. Discover their untold struggle. Read more.
BHU German Studies Dept's Research Gains Global Recognition
Banaras Hindu University's German Studies department achieves global acclaim as two research papers are selected for the prestigious GiG 2026 conference in Bangkok, focusing on intercultural dialogue.
Viral delivery boy meets MP Raghav Chadha over gig worker issues
A Blinkit delivery boy's viral video on low earnings sparked a meeting with AAP MP Raghav Chadha, who raised 'invisible labour' in Parliament. Read about the discussion on gig workers' rights.
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