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Delivery Strike in Pune on NYE Over Low Pay, Security

App-based delivery workers in Pune joined a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. The action caused significant delays and order cancellations, highlighting the gig economy's deep-seated issues. Read more abo

Kolkata Gig Workers' Strike: Limited Impact on Dec 31

A 4-hour strike by gig workers in Kolkata demanding higher incentives saw mixed results. While social media buzz affected orders, most delivery partners continued working. Read details on the protest's impact and worker demands.

Delivery Strike on NYE: Mixed Response Amid Bonus Offers

App-based delivery workers staged a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. Platforms countered with higher incentives, leading to a mixed response. Read about the impact and industry reactions.

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.

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?

Nationwide Gig Workers Strike Hits Delivery Apps on NYE

Over 1 lakh delivery agents strike nationwide on New Year's Eve 2025, demanding fair wages, transparency, and a ban on exploitative 10-minute delivery models. The action targets Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Amazon.

Shah: BJP to form Bengal govt after April 2026

Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledges BJP government in West Bengal post-2026, addresses Matua community's CAA fears, and vows to stop illegal infiltration. Read the full story.

Gig Workers Nationwide Strike on Dec 31 Over Rights

GIPSWU, India's first women-led gig workers union, calls a nationwide strike on December 31, 2025, demanding labour rights, safety, and fair pay. Read about the key demands and potential service disruptions.

Tech Unions Fight Back as AI Shakes Up Industry

From Kickstarter's strike win to Google's union push, tech workers are organising despite mass layoffs aimed at funding AI. Explore the new labour movement in Silicon Valley. Read more.

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