Kolkata Delivery Partners Strike Over Low Wages
Around 60 e-commerce delivery partners in Kolkata's Tollygunge are on strike demanding better pay. Services disrupted in Bansdroni area. Read the full story.
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Gig Workforce Needs Urgent Policy Framework
As grievances mount, India's gig economy requires a robust regulatory framework to ensure worker welfare. Read our analysis on the urgent need for policy intervention.
Govt's 90-Day Gig Worker Rule for Social Security Decoded
India's Labour Ministry proposes new social security rules for gig workers, requiring 90 days of work for eligibility. Draft rules open for public consultation. A historic step or an exclusionary bar?
Info Edge Cofounder Backs Zomato's Goyal on Gig Workers
Info Edge's Sanjeev Bikhchandani supports Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal's views on gig workers, calling critics 'Champagne Socialists'. This comes amid a nationwide strike and political mediation offers. Read the full story.
Zomato CEO alleges political agents disrupted work on Christmas, NYE
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal alleges violent protests stopped delivery partners from working on Christmas & New Year's Eve. He claims political agents hijacked the gig workers' strike. Read the full story.
Gig Workers' Strike Questions Cost of Convenience
New Year's Eve strike by platform workers highlights the human cost of express deliveries. Explore the pressure, risks, and the urgent need for change in India's gig economy. Read more.
90-Day Work Rule for Gig Workers' Social Security
India's gig workers must work at least 90 days a year to qualify for social security benefits under new rules. Learn the full details and impact.
Ex-Jet CEO Asks: Do We Need 10-Minute Deliveries?
Former Jet Airways CEO Sanjiv Kapoor challenges Zomato's Deepinder Goyal on the necessity of 10-minute deliveries as gig workers protest. Goyal defends the model, citing store density, not speed. Read the full debate.
Labour Codes: Gig Workers Need 90 Days for Social Security
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.
Zomato, Blinkit See Record NYE Orders Despite Strike
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal reveals record New Year's Eve orders for Zomato and Blinkit, sparking a fierce social media debate on gig worker pay with comedian Kunal Kamra. Read the full story.
Zomato CEO Goyal on Traffic Rules & Delivery Rush
Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal responds to criticism over delivery partners breaking traffic rules, attributing it to broader societal impatience. He defends partners and addresses recent gig worker strikes.
Deepinder Goyal on Gig Worker Insurance, Attrition & Pay
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal addresses gig worker concerns on insurance, attrition, and 10-minute delivery. Get the full details on his response to the New Year's Eve strike.
Gig Worker Strikes Highlight Need for Fair Treatment
Recent strikes by Swiggy, Zomato & Zepto workers against 10-minute delivery demand fair pay & safety. With gig workers projected to hit 23.5 million by 2030, companies must address their concerns. Read more.
90-Day Rule for Gig Worker Social Security Proposed
Draft rules propose gig workers must engage with a platform for 90 days in a year to get social security like insurance and pension. Read the key details.
Goyal on 10-min delivery, gig worker strike
Zomato's Deepinder Goyal addresses the 10-minute delivery model during a nationwide gig workers' strike, stating 'no system is perfect' while defending platform work. Read his full explanation.
Zomato, Blinkit hit record 75 lakh orders on New Year's Eve
Despite gig worker protests, Zomato and Blinkit delivered over 75 lakh orders on December 31. CEO Deepinder Goyal credits police and delivery partners for the historic feat. Read the full story.
Zomato, Blinkit deliver 75 lakh orders on NYE amid strike
Zomato and Blinkit delivered over 75 lakh orders on New Year's Eve, setting a new record despite gig workers' strike calls. Founder Deepinder Goyal credits delivery partners and law enforcement. Details inside.
Gig workers skip NYE strike for higher payouts
A planned nationwide strike by delivery partners failed as platforms offered peak incentives. Workers cite lack of unity and shrinking base pay as key issues.
Gig Workers Strike Against 10-Minute Delivery Demands
Gig workers for Blinkit and Zepto strike over intense 10-minute delivery pressures, but services see limited disruption. Explore the human cost behind instant commerce.
Gig Workers Demand Ban on 10-Minute Deliveries in India
A heated debate erupts over gig workers' demand to ban 10-minute deliveries in India. Unions cite safety risks, while platforms argue for consumer choice. What's the future of quick commerce?
Govt Seeks Feedback on Labour Code Draft Rules for 2026
The Indian government invites public comments on draft rules for four new Labour Codes, set for April 2026 implementation. Also, Supreme Court's 2026 docket and gig worker strikes in focus.
Delivery Strike on NYE Gets Mixed Response
App-based delivery workers staged a New Year's Eve strike over low pay. Platforms countered with festive bonuses, causing delays. Read about the protest's impact and worker demands.
Delivery Strike in Pune on NYE Over Low Pay, Security
App-based delivery workers in Pune joined a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. The action caused significant delays and order cancellations, highlighting the gig economy's deep-seated issues. Read more abo
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.
Food delivery strike has limited impact in Delhi-NCR
A strike by gig workers in quick commerce and food delivery services saw minimal operational disruption in Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, despite union claims. Companies countered with incentives to ensure smooth service.
TCS mulls gig workers for AI roles to tackle talent crunch
Tata Consultancy Services plans flexible hiring for data scientists & architects. This shift aims to retain scarce AI talent but raises data privacy concerns. Read more.
Draft Rules for New Labour Codes Released by Centre
The Centre has unveiled draft rules for implementing four new labour codes, detailing minimum wage calculation, 48-hour work week, and social security for gig workers. Public feedback invited within 30-45 days.
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.
Bengaluru Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Gain Momentum
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.
Gehlot Pushes for National Gig Worker Welfare Law
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.
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