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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Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
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.
9 Killed in Tamil Nadu Car Crash Near Tirunelveli
Nine people, including four women and a child, died in a tragic road accident near Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. The car veered off the road and hit a tree. Read for details.
5 UP workers die of carbon monoxide poisoning in Kurukshetra
Five migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh tragically died in a Kurukshetra resort from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning after lighting a makeshift heater. Police investigate the incident. Read for details.
Bengal Worker Mistaken for Bangladeshi, Detained 8 Months
Awal Sheikh, a 25-year-old mason from Murshidabad, has been held in a Tamil Nadu detention centre since April after being mistaken for an illegal Bangladeshi migrant. His family has spent over ₹1.1 lakh fighting the case. Read his story.
5 Saharanpur Workers Die of Asphyxia in Kurukshetra Resort
Five migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died of suspected asphyxia in a Kurukshetra resort after inhaling fumes from a coal brazier. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
Madurai Workers Protest Labour Laws, Cite Corporate Bias
Tamil Nadu construction workers protest in Madurai, demanding repeal of four central labour laws they claim favour corporates and threaten worker rights, welfare boards, and job security. Read more.
6 Bihar Migrant Workers Die in Nagpur Tank Collapse
A water tank collapse at a Nagpur solar plant killed six migrant workers from Bihar. Grieving families demand promised compensation before accepting bodies. Details inside.
22,000 Assam Workers in Karnataka Coffee Plantations
Karnataka police data reveals 22,000 migrant labourers from Assam work in Malnad coffee estates. Locals cite crime rise, urge verification. Home Minister details registration measures.
Dalit Migrant Lynched in Kerala, Mistaken for Bangladeshi
A Dalit migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Kerala's Palakkad after being mistaken for a Bangladeshi national. Five arrests made. Read the full report.
TN Govt Faces Employee Protests Ahead of Elections
Tamil Nadu government faces pressure from multiple employee unions demanding pension restoration and job security. A ministerial panel is set for talks as protests escalate. Read more.
Rajkot: Migrant worker killed after witnessing fight
A 26-year-old migrant worker in Rajkot was murdered after witnessing a violent altercation over an alleged extra-marital affair. Police have arrested six suspects. Read the full investigation details.
Migrant worker lynched in Kerala, five arrested
A 31-year-old migrant worker from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Palakkad, Kerala, after being wrongly suspected of theft. Police have arrested five locals for murder.
Jharkhand Gig Workers Welfare Bill Gets Governor's Nod
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.
Schneider Electric invests Rs 718 crore in Tamil Nadu expansion
Schneider Electric signs MoU with Tamil Nadu govt for Rs 718 crore expansion in Chennai, Coimbatore & Hosur, creating 663 jobs. A major boost for state's industrial growth.
Bihar's Labour Dept Renamed to Address Migrant Worker Welfare
Bihar renames its Labour Resources Department, signaling a new focus on migrant workers. We explore if this administrative change can translate into real action for millions.
BJP Tamil Nadu Plans Modi, Shah Visit, Goyal to Lead Talks
Tamil Nadu BJP's core committee met in Chennai to finalize election plans. PM Modi & Amit Shah invited for Jan 9 rally. Piyush Goyal to lead alliance talks with AIADMK and others. Read more.
BJP TN Chief: DMK Confronts Centre, Not Helping People
BJP Tamil Nadu chief alleges DMK government blocked Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya schools, prioritizing language politics over public benefit. Read the full political clash details.
BJP Predicts More Parties Joining NDA in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran forecasts new alliances joining NDA in the Thai month, targeting 2026 polls. Details on key meetings and political strategies inside.
Congress-DMK Alliance Intact, Says TNCC Chief Selvaperunthagai
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee president K Selvaperunthagai dismisses speculation of leaving DMK-led alliance, confirms talks ongoing for 2026 assembly elections. Read the full story.
BJP reshuffles Tamil Nadu panel, Piyush Goyal to head alliance talks
BJP appoints Union Minister Piyush Goyal to lead a three-member panel for Tamil Nadu's 2026 assembly polls, aiming to boost seat share and forge alliances. Read the full strategy.
Jharkhand Family Loses 2 Brothers in Goa Nightclub Fire
A tragic fire at Birch by Romeo Lane in Goa killed 25, including three migrant workers from Jharkhand. Two were brothers. Read about the victims and the state's response.
Unsung Stories of Migrants Shaping Bengaluru's Destiny
An exploration of the untold narratives of migrants in Bengaluru, whose resilience and labour are fundamental to the city's fabric. Discover the human stories behind the headlines.
Kerala Migrant Workers Exploited Due to No Voting Rights
Over 95% of lakhs of migrant workers in Kerala are not voters, leading to unchecked exploitation in housing and labour. Experts blame apathetic local bodies. Read how this crisis unfolds.
12 UP Labourers Stranded, Tortured in Kyrgyzstan
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded and facing torture in Kyrgyzstan after being sent by local agents. Families plead for rescue as administration investigates. Read their harrowing ordeal.
12 Pilibhit Workers Stranded in Kyrgyzstan, SOS Sent
Twelve migrant labourers from Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan. The district administration has sent a detailed report to the UP Home Department for urgent intervention. Read more.
TN Halts State-Wide Migrant Labourer Survey
Tamil Nadu's labour department has indefinitely postponed a crucial survey of inter-state migrant workers due to fears of political backlash. Officials warn this leaves policymakers in the dark.
Anganwadi Workers Protest in Hubballi for Job Security, Benefits
Anganwadi and midday meal workers in Hubballi demand job security, wage hikes, and statutory benefits like maternity leave. Their indefinite protest highlights long-pending grievances.
300+ Migrant Deaths in Malaysian Detention Since 2020
Shocking report reveals 300+ migrant deaths in Malaysian custody since 2020. Rights groups demand accountability over detention conditions and medical neglect. Read full investigation.
Indian Worker Humiliated in Malaysia: Viral Video
Safiudeen Pakkeer Mohamed from Tamil Nadu faced brutal treatment in Kuala Lumpur while homeless. His story exposes migrant worker exploitation. Read how help arrived.
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