Lucknow Mandates Health Checks for Sanitation Workers
The Lucknow Municipal Corporation has issued a directive requiring annual medical examinations and cancer screening for all sanitation workers to improve their health monitoring.
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Mysuru Officials Laud Sanitation Workers for Cleanliness Success
Mysuru regional commissioner Nitesh Patil praised pourakarmikas for securing top national cleanliness ranks. Officials emphasized worker welfare, safety gear, and health during a Swachh Bharat training program.
₹70 Lakh Gold Found in Lakkundi, Not Treasure: ASI
A schoolboy in Lakkundi, Karnataka, discovered 22 gold ornaments worth ₹60-70 lakh buried in a copper pot. ASI says it's not 'treasure' but a historical family hoard. Read the full story.
4 States Have Gig Worker Laws, But Implementation Lags
Rajasthan, Karnataka, Bihar & Jharkhand have passed laws for gig worker welfare, but rollout remains slow. Explore the status of these landmark acts and their impact on India's platform workforce.
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.
Philippines Landfill Collapse Kills 1, 38 Missing
A catastrophic landfill collapse in Cebu, Philippines, buries sanitation workers. One confirmed dead, 38 missing as rescue operations race against time. Latest updates.
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?
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.
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.
Madurai Starts Night Cleaning to Help Sanitation Workers
Madurai Corporation launches a nightly cleaning drive from 10 PM to 4 AM to reduce strain on workers and improve efficiency. Learn how this initiative benefits the city.
Chennai to Build Rest Pods for 19,000 Sanitation Workers
Greater Chennai Corporation will construct 232 resting pods and dining halls for its sanitation workforce, predominantly women, offering safety, amenities, and dignity. Read more about this major welfare initiative.
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.
Chennai Protests: Digital Hide & Seek Between Cops & Workers
Chennai sanitation workers & teachers use secret WhatsApp codes for flash protests, while police decode messages for preemptive action. A high-stakes digital duel unfolds. Read the full story.
Women Drivers Revolutionise Sanitation in Mandya Taluk
Women in Malavalli taluk are now leading sanitation services in 22 gram panchayats, managing door-to-door waste collection and driving cleanliness initiatives. Discover how this change is shaping public health.
200 Dibrugarh sanitation workers strike for pay hike, job security
Around 200 temporary sanitation workers of Dibrugarh Municipal Corporation protest, demanding job regularisation, salary increase after 9 years, and PF benefits. Read their struggle.
Jaipur Uses Robot to Clean Sewer, Reduces Worker Risk
Jaipur Municipal Corporation uses a robotic machine to clear a blocked sewer in Ward 135, a first for the Hawa Mahal zone. The move aims to protect sanitation workers from the dangers of manual cleaning. Discover the challenges and future of this tech.
LMC Distributes Safety Equipment to Sanitation Workers
Lucknow Municipal Corporation, led by Mayor Sushma Kharakwal, distributed standard safety gloves to sanitation workers in Zone 1 to combat occupational hazards. Read about the city's commitment to worker safety.
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.
Delhi sanitation workers face pollution without safety gear
As Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor', sanitation workers like Sukhbiri and Anita brave the toxic haze without proper masks or gloves, highlighting a systemic failure in worker safety. Read their story.
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.
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?
Gurgaon MCG's Rs 470 Crore Road Sweeping Proposal
MCG Gurgaon submits a revised Rs 470 crore plan for mechanised and manual road sweeping, zone-wise. Plan aims to boost Swachh Bharat Mission and city sanitation. Read details.
500+ Held as Chennai Sanitation Workers Stage Flash Protests
Chennai police detained over 500 sanitation workers after coordinated flash protests caused major traffic disruptions in Parry's Corner and Broadway. Workers demand permanent jobs and oppose privatisation.
Dhanbad Sanitation Workers End Strike After MLA Mediation
Over 550 outsourced sanitation workers in Dhanbad called off their four-day strike after Jharia MLA Ragini Singh mediated talks. The workers' demands for overtime pay and jobs for dependents were met. Read the full story.
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.
Dhanbad MLA Backs Sanitation Workers' Strike, Warns of Sit-In
Jharia MLA Ragini Singh supports Dhanbad sanitation workers' strike, demands immediate resolution. City cleanliness suffers as workers protest wage issues. Read the full story.
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.
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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