HC Orders Regularisation of Haryana Forest Workers
Punjab & Haryana HC directs Haryana govt to regularise daily-wage forest workers, calling denial after 20+ years arbitrary. Landmark ruling impacts casual labour rights.
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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.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
500+ families homeless after Bengaluru shed demolition
Over 500 families, mostly daily-wage workers, are left homeless after demolition of sheds on BSWML land in north Bengaluru's Yelahanka. They now face loan repayment crises. Read the full report.
PGI Chandigarh Workers Hunger Strike Over Rs 90 Cr Dues
PGI Chandigarh contract workers' Joint Action Committee announces indefinite hunger strike from Dec 23 over unpaid wage arrears of Rs 90 crore. Read about their demands and the administration's alleged breach of assurances.
Saudi Arabia mandates e-salary for domestic workers from 2026
Saudi Arabia mandates all employers to pay domestic workers via official channels from Jan 1, 2026, ensuring transparency and timely payments. Learn how this protects workers' rights.
US Proposes Major H-1B, PERM Wage Hike
The US Department of Labor has submitted a rule to raise prevailing wages for H-1B and PERM workers, potentially doubling costs. Learn the impact on Indian tech professionals and employers.
Two arrested for Saswad murder, linked to earlier killing
Pune Rural Police arrest two daily wage workers for the murder of Raju Borade in Saswad. One suspect also involved in a previous murder in Ahilyanagar. Full details inside.
Vijayawada: Man stabbed to death over Rs 10 for liquor
A 48-year-old labourer was stabbed to death in Vijayawada's Kothapeta after a quarrel over Rs 10 for liquor. The 18-year-old accused has been arrested. Read the full details of the tragic incident.
Jharkhand Gig Workers Welfare Bill Gets Governor's Nod
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar approves the Platform Based Gig Workers Bill, 2025, paving the way for minimum wages and social security for gig workers in the state. Read more.
Woman Labourer Wins Sarpanch Election in Jangaon
Ellandula Thirupathamma, a daily wage labourer, wins sarpanch election in Jangaon as an independent, defeating major party candidates. Her entire panel of 12 independents also secures victory.
Surat Weaving Strike Halts 1,500 Units, 15,000 Workers Protest
A massive strike by weaving unit workers in Surat's Pandesara and Bhestan has forced 1,500 units to shut down. Nearly 15,000 workers demand higher wages after failed negotiations. Read the full story.
NY AG Sues UPS for $45M in Seasonal Worker Wage Theft
New York Attorney General sues UPS for allegedly stealing $45 million from seasonal workers' wages. Lawsuit claims forced off-the-clock work and illegal pay deductions. Read the full story.
Six Bihar workers held for murder in Coimbatore
Six guest workers, including a minor, from Bihar arrested for murdering a 23-year-old co-worker in Coimbatore. Details on the drunken brawl and police action inside.
Delhi GRAP-IV Ban Pushes Construction Workers Into Debt
As GRAP-IV halts all construction in Delhi-NCR, daily-wage workers face unemployment and mounting debt. Read about their struggle and the gaps in welfare support.
Two Bikers Killed in Dumka Road Accident
Two daily wage labourers died in a tragic road accident on Pakur-Godda road near Dumka. Their speeding motorcycle collided with a stationary tractor. Read the full report.
Father, 3 daughters die by suicide in Muzaffarpur village
In a heart-wrenching incident in Muzaffarpur, a daily wage worker and his three young daughters died by suicide. The man, struggling after his wife's death, allegedly asked his two young sons to do the same. Read the full story.
Pune: 3 held for assault, abduction of workers
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch arrests three men after a gang assaulted four daily wage labourers and abducted two over a petty argument. The accused were nabbed using CCTV footage.
Mangaluru: Midday meal workers protest for minimum wage
Over 400 midday meal workers staged a sit-in protest in Mangaluru, demanding a living wage and permanent status. CITU leaders slammed the central government's reduced funding.
Anganwadi Workers Protest in Hubballi for Job Security, Benefits
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.
Karnataka's Domestic Workers Bill: What Changes
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
Vadodara workers seize garbage vans over unpaid wages
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 Unions Protest Against Gig Worker Policies
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.
Bengali Workers Detained in Odisha for Verification
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.
Trump's U-turn on immigration policy shocks supporters
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.
5000 Jaipur Sanitation Workers Begin Strike
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.
LAX Catering Workers Protest Unsafe Working Conditions
Airline catering workers staged protest at Los Angeles Airport over unsafe working conditions and wage violations. Police intervened as demonstration slowed airport traffic.
Jaipur sanitation workers end hunger strike, boycott work
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.
Delhi almond workers toil in dust for meager wages
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.
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