UP Congress Unveils 100-Day Voter Outreach Plan
Uttar Pradesh Congress announces a 100-day grassroots strategy, including over 30 'Samvidhan Samvaad' rallies, to strengthen its base ahead of key elections. Key leaders outline roadmap.
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Five Jharkhand workers abducted in Niger return home safe
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.
RSS to hold 5 lakh Hindu conventions in hyper-local campaign
The RSS plans a massive grassroots campaign, organising over 5 lakh Hindu sammelans at the 'basti' level from mid-January. This hyper-local outreach aims to address community issues and mobilise support. Read more.
Gig Worker Strike Highlights Systemic Exploitation in India
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?
Rural Sports Orgs Seek More Involvement in National Events
Rural sports organisations in Punjab demand greater inclusion in national event planning, citing neglect of traditional games and grassroots talent. They urge government action.
Odia Workers Stranded in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
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.
Gig Economy Debate: Flexibility vs Worker Exploitation
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
Purulia Workers Attacked in Chhattisgarh, Four Return
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.
Pune engineer turns activist, contests polls for marginalised
Ashwini Khairnar, a civil engineer, quit her corporate career to organise workers in Pune slums. Now, she's contesting municipal elections as an independent candidate from Ward 39, challenging money power with grassroots work. Read her inspiring journey.
Karnataka's 1-1.5% Gig Worker Welfare Fee Plan
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.
ET NOW's Budget Bharat Yatra 2026 to Amplify Grassroots Voices
ET NOW and ET NOW Swadesh launch Budget Bharat Yatra 2026, a month-long multi-city initiative to gather budget expectations from India's heartland. Discover how it aims to shape policy.
BJP's Mangesh Zhine: From Bill Distributor to Candidate
BJP shocks Akola by picking Mangesh Zhine, a daily-wage worker, over a veteran for a civic poll. This move, seen as reviving the party's grassroots narrative, sets up a high-stakes contest. Read the full story.
Chadha Defends Striking Gig Workers, Slams Exploitation
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.
Badminton Doubles Boom: 70% Rise in Entries Post Satwik-Chirag
Inspired by Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty's historic success, badminton doubles entries in India have skyrocketed by up to 70%. Discover how champions are reshaping the sport's grassroots landscape nationwide.
Maharashtra's VBG Ram G Act Gives Villagers Development Power
Maharashtra's new VBG Ram G Act empowers villagers to decide local development works. Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis announces the landmark legislation for grassroots governance.
Grassroots effort revives Chhattisgarh's state animal
Forest communities in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve pledge to protect habitats and curb fires to revive the endangered wild buffalo population. A unique conservation model emerges.
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.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Denied BJP Workers Protest on Social Media
Nagpur's civic poll race heats up as denied BJP aspirants take to social media, accusing leaders of dynastic politics and sidelining loyal grassroots workers. Read about the growing dissent.
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.
Shah's Bengal Poll Plan: 4 Days a Week in Constituency
Amit Shah directs BJP leaders in West Bengal to intensify grassroots outreach, spend 4 days weekly in constituencies, and hold 5 street-corner meetings daily ahead of the 2026 assembly polls.
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?
Modi Lauds Manipur Youth in Mann Ki Baat 2025 Finale
PM Narendra Modi highlighted grassroots innovators from Manipur in his last Mann Ki Baat of 2025, praising solar energy, handicraft, and floriculture initiatives driving change. Read their inspiring stories.
Adani: How Cheap Data & Smartphones Fueled India's Economy
Gautam Adani highlights how affordable smartphones and low-cost data triggered a massive economic surge at India's grassroots, transforming digital inclusion and entrepreneurship.
RLD Starts Grassroots Prep for UP Panchayat Elections
Rashtriya Lok Dal asks district units to shortlist candidates for crucial 2025 panchayat polls, signaling assertive stance ahead of BJP alliance talks. Read full analysis.
A Wishlist for Transforming Indian Sports
A blueprint for India's sporting future: bridging the gap between potential and performance. Discover the roadmap for Olympic success and grassroots development.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
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 strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
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.
Pradhan's Plan: New Stadium, Talent Hunt & 2030 CWG Focus
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan outlines a master plan for sports in Sambalpur, including a modern stadium, grassroots talent hunt, and India's ambition to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Read more.
Modi: Selections Based on Talent, Not Influence
PM Modi outlines a new sports ecosystem prioritizing skill over influence, aiming for youth to shine at 2036 Olympics. Read about India's ambitious sporting future.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
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.
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