Maharashtra Food Delivery Hit by Gig Workers' Strike
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
The Central Civil Services Cultural and Sports Board hosts the All India Services Table Tennis tournament in Chandigarh. Trials for Punjab teams are on Dec 31. Check eligibility and details.
AIIMS Bathinda achieves a national first by securing NABL accreditation for its laboratory and radiology services, elevating healthcare standards and diagnostic reliability in the region. Discover the details of this milestone.
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.
On its inaugural day, Navi Mumbai airport saw low public transport use due to unclear signage and schedule issues. Passengers faced confusion between terminals and bumpy approach roads. Read more.
A Panchkula resident lost ₹15.5 lakh in a sophisticated SMS scam. Learn how the 'FedEx' phishing link led to massive financial fraud and how to protect yourself.
India's home services market, valued at $60B, sees a VC rush. But startups like Snabbit & Pronto struggle with differentiation & high costs. Can they crack unit economics?
Former IRAS officer Sharad Mallik explains what the UPSC Personality Test truly judges. Learn how to frame your 'Why Civil Services?' answer and turn your DAF into an asset. Essential reading for 2025 aspirants.
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.
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
Amazon Web Services refutes viral online claims of a major Christmas outage. All services are running normally. Read the full statement and analysis here.
The US Embassy & consulates across India will suspend all routine services for three days from December 24, 2025, due to a federal holiday order. Plan your visa and passport appointments accordingly. Check official sources for emergency contacts.
Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej called out Amazon India after delivery agents refused to carry his TV to the second floor. The incident sparked online outrage and an apology from Amazon. Read details.
Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal highlights how India's FTA commitments will unlock global opportunities for its professional services sector. Discover the strategic push for mutual recognition agreements.
The US Embassy in India announces a holiday closure from December 24 to 26. Visa services suspended; emergency contacts active. Plan your travel accordingly.
Bangladesh suspends consular services in Delhi citing security, as India reopens 3 visa centres for humanitarian needs. Tensions escalate over protests at diplomatic missions.
A 28-year-old tribal woman gave birth in a feeder ambulance in Alluri Sitarama Raju district. EMT Ravi and ASHA worker Lakshmi assisted the successful delivery. Read the inspiring story of healthcare in remote India.
Tata Consultancy Services reveals its AI division's $1.5 billion annual run-rate. CEO K Krithivasan outlines a five-pronged strategy to become the top AI-led tech services firm globally. Read the full plan.
Delhi University unveils a vibrant, student-designed post office with free Wi-Fi and QR booking. Part of India Post's plan to revamp 46 campus post offices by 2026. Discover how it's becoming a social and study hub.
IIM Lucknow launches a first-of-its-kind Gen-Z post office on campus, featuring QR payments, automated parcel units, and free Wi-Fi. A modern twist for India Post. Read more!
Tata Consultancy Services discloses $11 billion revenue from disruptive technologies, including $1.5 billion from AI. CEO Krithivasan outlines growth strategy amid market challenges.
The US Postal Service plans to open its last-mile delivery network to all shippers in 2026, aiming to boost revenue. Bidding starts early 2025. Read more.
A food delivery agent was critically injured after a speeding car hit him in Pune's Kharadi area. Police are searching for the driver who fled the scene. Read the full details.
TCS secures a crucial $1 billion, 10-year contract from Telefónica UK, ending a nearly two-year drought for mega deals. The win signals a strategic shift towards long-term growth, even as it pressures short-term margins. Read the full analysis.
Tata Consultancy Services makes its largest acquisition since 2008, buying US-based Coastal Cloud for $700 million. This marks a strategic pivot from organic growth to acquisitions, mirroring Accenture's playbook to tackle slowing outsourcing revenue and
Dubai introduces gold & black number plates for corporate delivery bikes to enhance safety. Rule effective from December end. Learn about lane restrictions and key details.
SBZee launches 100 electric vehicle carts in Delhi-NCR to revolutionize fresh produce delivery, cutting costs and emissions. Discover the future of farm-to-doorstep logistics.
A Pune family receives bomb-like parcel and threatening emails demanding thousands of dollars. Ravet police investigate extortion case under BNS. Read the full details.
A record 85,000+ aspirants will compete in the Punjab State Civil Services Exam on June 23. Get details on exam centres, key instructions, and the selection process for PCS and allied services.
Gurgaon's MCG initiates a comprehensive baseline survey of sectors 1-57 to create a geo-referenced database for roads, sewage, water supply & more. Aim: plug service gaps.