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.
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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.
Nagpur: Women Polling Staff Flag Poor School Toilet Conditions
Women election personnel in Nagpur raise alarm over unusable washrooms in schools doubling as polling stations, impacting basic sanitation and menstrual hygiene during long duty hours.
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.
Mandya DC Ensures Timely Wages, PF for Hamali Workers
Mandya District Collector mandates wage payment by 5th of each month for hamali workers, ensuring ESI & PF benefits. Anna Bhagya ration distribution must be completed by the 10th.
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.
CPM Accuses JD(S), Congress of Politicising Mandya Industrialisation
CPM district secretary TL Krishnegowda alleges JD(S) and Congress are misleading the public on Mandya's industrial development. He demands transparency from Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy and criticises both state and central governments. Read more.
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.
Training Women Workers to Claim Their Rights in Karnataka
Jabeena Khanum is transforming lives by training unorganised women workers in Karnataka to become leaders and assert their rightful entitlements. Discover her inspiring story.
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?
MGNREGA: Only 8% families get full 100 days work
Govt data reveals less than 8% of MGNREGA families received the guaranteed 100 days of work in the last three years, with average employment at 50 days. SC/ST and women participation remains high. Read the full parliamentary committee findings.
Mandya Prison Search Finds No Banned Items
A major security operation at Mandya District Prison involving 84 police and prison staff found no banned substances. The 1.5-hour search ensures inmate safety. Read the full report.
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.
Two dead in car-truck crash on Mysuru-Bengaluru highway
A fatal accident on the Mysuru-Bengaluru highway near Gejjalagere claims two lives. Details on the victims, police investigation, and road safety concerns. Read the full report.
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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