12 Pilibhit labourers stranded, harassed in Kyrgyzstan
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan, facing abuse. A detailed report has been sent to the state govt to initiate their safe repatriation. Read more.
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan, facing abuse. A detailed report has been sent to the state govt to initiate their safe repatriation. Read more.
Indian Railways adds 116 coaches, schedules special trains to aid 35,000+ daily passengers stranded by IndiGo cancellations. More measures planned for the crisis. Read for details.
IndiGo's operational meltdown cancels thousands of flights, stranding lakhs. Chetan Bhagat warns of higher fares as pilot safety rules loom. The chaos highlights systemic risks in Indian aviation.
Karnataka Health Minister Dr. K Sudhakar urges the state government to provide financial relief to Anganwadi and mid-day meal workers. Learn about the demands and the ongoing struggle.
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.
Karnataka's Anganwadi, ASHA, and Akshara Dasoha workers call off protest after Union ministers agree to fulfill most demands. Details on the breakthrough.
Municipal sanitation workers in Jalandhar held a protest rally, demanding regularisation, timely salaries, and better safety equipment. Their union vows to escalate action if demands are ignored.
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.
Madhya Pradesh Construction Workers Board launches dedicated social media platforms on Facebook and WhatsApp to provide easy access to welfare scheme updates and services for over 1.5 million registered workers.
Indian Navy completes Operation Sagar Bandhu, evacuating final batch of 11 stranded Indian passengers from Sri Lanka. Successful humanitarian mission demonstrates India's commitment to its citizens abroad.
Sixteen students and two teachers from Thane stranded in Lucknow after missing train return home safely. Read how local politicians facilitated their rescue mission.
Indian Air Force evacuates citizens stranded in Sri Lanka due to Cyclone Ditwah. First batch reaches Thiruvananthapuram, more expected tonight. Read latest updates.
India evacuates 400 stranded nationals from Colombo airport after Cyclone Ditwah. IAF flights bring citizens home while delivering humanitarian aid to flood victims.
Cyclone Ditwah leaves 300 Indians stranded at Colombo airport without food or water. Kerala CM writes to Jaishankar offering assistance. Indian High Commission provides emergency help.
Nearly 25 Telugu tourists from Andhra Pradesh stranded at Colombo airport after Cyclone Ditwah cancels flights. State government and Indian High Commission launch rescue efforts.
Tunisian police arrested prominent opposition figure Chaima Issa during protests against President Kais Saied. Learn about the escalating political crisis and mass opposition sentencing.
Vandana Vasudevan's OTP Please! uncovers the emotional realities of gig economy participants across South Asia. Discover how buyers, workers and platforms mirror each other in surprising ways.
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
27 garbage collection workers in Vadodara drove away 7 vehicles to Madhya Pradesh after 8 months without pay. The labor dispute highlights contractor payment issues in municipal services.
Indian labour unions joined the global 'Make Amazon Pay' movement on Black Friday, demanding better rights for gig workers despite new labour codes offering social security benefits.
Nine Bengali-speaking migrant workers from West Bengal detained by Odisha police for verification of Bangladeshi links despite having valid ID documents. Bhadrak SP confirms investigation ongoing.
Donald Trump declares support for foreign workers, acknowledging MAGA won't like it. The policy shift aims to address US labor shortages in chip manufacturing. Read the full analysis.
Over 5000 sanitation workers in Jaipur launch immediate strike while Ajmer and Bhilwara prepare to join. Workers demand regularization, promotions and overtime payments. JMC officials promise discussion.
Jaipur sanitation workers suspended their 4-day hunger strike due to health concerns but announced complete work boycott starting Tuesday. Read about their demands and protest escalation.
In Delhi's Karawal Nagar, women crack almonds in hazardous conditions, earning barely ₹3/kg. Despite a 2024 protest, their plight continues. Discover their untold story.
India's new labour codes bring timely wages, equal pay, health checkups and social security for gig workers. Learn how these reforms impact employees and employers across sectors.
India's 7.7 million gig workers finally receive formal social security benefits including insurance, pensions, and accident coverage through new government initiatives.
Indian government consolidates 29 labour laws into 4 codes, bringing sweeping changes for fixed-term, gig, women workers and more. Learn how this impacts employees across sectors.
India launches a social security fund for gig workers, requiring platforms like Amazon and Zomato to contribute. Workers gain health, accident insurance & portable benefits. A landmark move for 2.35 crore workers.
New US sanctions on Russian oil firms leave 48 million barrels stranded at sea, forcing Asian buyers like India to seek urgent alternatives. Discover the market impact.