Bengali Worker Lynched in Sambalpur, Six Arrested
A 20-year-old migrant mason from Bengal was lynched in Odisha's Sambalpur. Family alleges he was targeted as a 'Bangladeshi', police cite monetary dispute. Six arrested, fear grips labourers.
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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.
Delivery Workers Strike on Christmas, New Year's Eve 2025
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
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.
Bangladesh Condemns Factory Worker Killing, Promises Justice
Bangladesh government expresses profound sorrow, condemns killing of factory worker in Mymensingh. Home Minister assures swift justice. Read the full story.
Bengal Worker Mistaken for Bangladeshi, Detained 8 Months
Awal Sheikh, a 25-year-old mason from Murshidabad, has been held in a Tamil Nadu detention centre since April after being mistaken for an illegal Bangladeshi migrant. His family has spent over ₹1.1 lakh fighting the case. Read his story.
Big Pay Rise for Domestic Women Cricketers Announced
BCCI announces a significant pay hike for domestic women cricketers and match officials. Senior players to earn Rs 50,000 per day. Read more about this landmark decision.
BharatPe & Yes Bank Launch 'Pay Later with BharatPe' Credit
BharatPe partners with Yes Bank to launch 'Pay Later with BharatPe', an instant credit-on-UPI solution for merchants. This BNPL product aims to empower small businesses and ease consumer daily expenses. #Fintech #UPI #India
Rajkot: Migrant worker killed after witnessing fight
A 26-year-old migrant worker in Rajkot was murdered after witnessing a violent altercation over an alleged extra-marital affair. Police have arrested six suspects. Read the full investigation details.
Delivery Rider Saves ₹1.3 Crore Working 13-Hour Shifts
Zhang Xueqiang, a 25-year-old food delivery worker in China, saved 1.12 million yuan (₹1.3 crore) in five years by working gruelling 13-hour shifts, seven days a week. Discover his incredible journey from debt to financial freedom.
Indian delivery worker dies in UAE wall collapse
An Indian delivery worker, Abdul Gafoor, died in Sharjah after a wall collapsed on him during heavy rain. The incident highlights risks for migrant workers in extreme weather. Read more.
Migrant worker lynched in Kerala, five arrested
A 31-year-old migrant worker from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Palakkad, Kerala, after being wrongly suspected of theft. Police have arrested five locals for murder.
Bengaluru Cops Target Repeat Road Rage Offenders
Bengaluru police intensify action against repeat road rage offenders following the alleged murder of a gig worker by a couple in October. Read the full story.
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.
Food Delivery Jobs Up 27%, But Distress Hidden in Gig Economy
India's food delivery sector added 290,000 jobs, but experts warn of long hours and low pay. New social security rules may offer a safety net for gig workers. Read more.
Odisha man rescued from Sudan captivity after 1.5 months
Adarsh Behera from Jagatsinghpur, trapped in Sudan's civil war, was rescued by Indian authorities after being held captive by paramilitary forces. Read his harrowing survival story.
Google Pay, Axis Bank launch UPI credit card 'Flex'
Google Pay partners with Axis Bank to launch 'Flex', a first-of-its-kind UPI-powered credit card in India. Get instant credit, rewards, and seamless payments. Learn more!
Google Pay & Axis Bank Launch UPI Credit Card
Google Pay and Axis Bank launch a new RuPay-powered co-branded credit card, integrating UPI payments with instant rewards and flexible EMI options. Learn more about its features.
US Job Cuts Spike, Unemployment at 4.6% Post-Shutdown
US unemployment rate climbs to 4.6% in November, the highest since 2021, amid federal job cuts and economic uncertainty. Key insights on Fed rates and hiring trends.
Blinkit agent earns Rs 763 for 15-hour duty, Chadha flags issue
AAP MP Raghav Chadha exposes alleged systemic exploitation of gig workers after a Blinkit delivery agent earned just Rs 763 for nearly 15 hours of work. Calls for fair wages and social security.
Blinkit Rider's ₹762 Pay for 15-Hour Day Sparks Outrage
AAP MP Raghav Chadha exposes harsh realities of India's gig economy after a Blinkit delivery executive earned only ₹762 for 28 deliveries. Read about the systemic exploitation and calls for fair wages.
Hyderabad Gig Workers Lack Protection, Union Study Reveals
A Telangana union study exposes harsh realities for Hyderabad's app workers: arbitrary penalties, no grievance systems, and zero social security. Read the full report and demands.
Raghav Chadha Advocates for Gig Worker Rights in Parliament
AAP MP Raghav Chadha raises the urgent need for a legal framework to protect India's gig workers, demanding fair pay, social security, and dignity. Read his full proposal.
Delhi HC Revives Italian Embassy Pay Discrimination Case
Delhi High Court revives pay parity case for Indian staff at Italian Embassy, challenging 2019 dismissal. The employees seek Rs 2 crore in arrears. Read the full legal battle details.
Porter Drivers Union Writes to Labour Minister Over Exploitation
Telangana gig workers union demands urgent action from minister G Vivek over falling payouts, arbitrary account blocking, and safety issues at logistics platform Porter. Read their key demands.
Human-Centric AI Needed in India's Gig Work: CERAI
Researchers at a CERAI event call for human-centric AI in India's gig economy, highlighting risks of algorithmic bias and the need for fair work practices. Learn more.
8th Pay Commission: DA Merger & Pay Hike Details
Central government employees await the 8th Pay Commission's formation. Learn how DA merger could boost basic pay, impact pensions, and the expected timeline for implementation. Stay updated!
Madhuri Dixit Addresses Pay Parity Issue in Bollywood & Beyond
Bollywood icon Madhuri Dixit speaks on the persistent issue of pay disparity, calling it a universal struggle across professions. Details on her new OTT series inside.
Indian Worker Humiliated in Malaysia: Viral Video
Safiudeen Pakkeer Mohamed from Tamil Nadu faced brutal treatment in Kuala Lumpur while homeless. His story exposes migrant worker exploitation. Read how help arrived.
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