UAE Raises Emirati Private Sector Minimum Wage to Dh6,000
UAE mandates a Dh6,000 minimum wage for Emirati private sector employees from Jan 2026. Non-compliance will block work permits and affect Emiratisation quotas. Read details.
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24-hour strike at PGI Chandigarh cripples hospital services
A 24-hour strike by 2000+ contract workers at PGI Chandigarh disrupted surgeries, sanitation & catering. Workers protest unpaid arrears. Details on impact & warnings of indefinite hunger strike.
PGI Chandigarh workers' protest escalates to hunger strike
After 46 days of peaceful protest, 4,500 PGI contract workers in Chandigarh will begin a 24-hour mass hunger strike demanding Rs 90 crore in unpaid wages and revised DA. Read about their core demands and the deadlock.
US H-1B Visa Lottery Changes: Impact on Indians Explained
The US has replaced the random H-1B lottery with a wage-weighted system from March 2026. This major policy shift favors experienced, higher-paid professionals, impacting Indian applicants' strategies. Learn what it means for you.
8th Pay Commission Approved, Salary Hike Details
The Union Cabinet has approved the 8th Pay Commission. While salary hikes are expected from 2026, the commission's recommendations are pending. Get all key facts and expert insights here.
New H-1B Visa Rules: Wage-Based Selection Replaces Lottery
The US is set to replace the H-1B visa lottery with a wage-based selection system. Learn how the new rules work, their legal challenges, and what it means for Indian professionals.
Man Found Dead in Chandigarh's Maloya, Suspected Suicide
A 34-year-old daily wage labourer was found dead in his Maloya house in a suspected suicide. Police are investigating as no suicide note was found. Read for details.
Teacher Sentenced to 4 Years in Jail for Accepting Bribe
A teacher in Barwani, Madhya Pradesh, was sentenced to four years of rigorous imprisonment for demanding a bribe for salary arrears. Read the full details of the Lokayukta trap and court verdict.
Man arrested for murder of woman in Bicholim vehicle
Bicholim police arrest Ramesh Teli for allegedly killing Lakshmi Shirodkar. The victim's body was found in a parked vehicle near the market. Details inside.
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.
Bengaluru East seals properties in tax crackdown
Bengaluru East City Corporation seals commercial properties over unpaid taxes. With Rs 1,673.5 crore target, only Rs 954.9 crore collected. Read about the enforcement drive.
MGNREGA Renaming: A Shift to Supply-Driven Scheme?
The renaming of MGNREGA sparks debate: Does it tackle rural distress or shift from a demand-driven to a supply-driven framework? Experts weigh in on the implications.
Nasscom Flags Risks as Trump Shifts H-1B to Wage-Based System
Nasscom warns Trump's new wage-based H-1B visa system could severely impact Indian IT firms' workforce planning and entry-level hiring in the US. Learn the full implications.
US to Restart Wage Garnishment for Student Loans
The Trump administration will resume aggressive collection on defaulted federal student loans, including wage garnishment, starting January 2024, ending pandemic-era protections. Millions of borrowers are affected.
Nasscom: US Wage-Based H-1B Visa Shift Raises Concerns
Nasscom warns the US move to a wage-weighted H-1B visa system poses legal and economic risks, threatens Indian talent flow, and could weaken US innovation. Learn the full impact.
Labour Codes to be fully operational by 2026
India's four Labour Codes, set in motion after a 5-year wait, will be fully operational in 2026, ensuring minimum wage and universal social security. EPFO 3.0 aims for speedy PF withdrawals. Read more.
Nasscom Flags Concerns Over US H-1B Visa Pay-Based Selection
Nasscom warns the US shift to a wage-level-based H-1B visa lottery raises legal and economic issues for India's IT sector. Learn the potential impact and industry response.
H-1B Wage Rules Face $100k Fee Hurdle
New H-1B rules replace lottery with wage-based selection, but a proposed $100,000 filing fee could deter employers, shrinking application pools and skewing outcomes. Expert analysis inside.
US H-1B Visa: New Rules Favor High-Pay, Skilled Applicants
The US replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection, prioritizing higher-paid foreign workers. New fees and wage hikes add to the challenge for companies and entry-level Indian applicants.
MP HC Notices Milk Federation Over Employee's 40-Year Promotion Denial
MP High Court takes up plea of a Jabalpur Milk Federation retiree denied promotions for 40 years. Notices issued to officials. Next hearing on Jan 27. Read the full story.
H-1B Visa Rules Change: US Favors Higher Salaried Workers
The US replaces the H-1B lottery with a wage-based selection system from 2026, impacting Indian professionals and US companies. Learn the key changes and implications.
US Proposes Wage-Based H-1B Lottery, Experts See Flaws
The US plans to replace the random H-1B lottery with a wage-based system, favoring higher salaries. However, experts warn it prioritizes seniority over high-skill roles. Learn the details and potential impact.
US to Restart Wage Garnishment for Student Loans
The Trump administration will restart wage garnishment for defaulted federal student loans from January 7, 2025, ending the pandemic-era pause. Millions remain in default.
8th Pay Commission & Govt's Wage Bill Paradox Explained
As the 8th Pay Commission begins work, we analyze the central government's employee costs. Despite a smaller workforce, vacancies surge. Dive into the data on pay, inflation, and fiscal impact.
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.
MP Plans Energy Police Stations to Curb Power Theft
Madhya Pradesh announces dedicated energy police stations to tackle power theft and recover Rs 11,000 crore arrears. Minister Tomar reveals massive subsidies and a surplus power state. Read more.
New 125-Day Rural Job Guarantee Bill Replaces MGNREGA
President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar Bill 2025, replacing MGNREGA with a 125-day job guarantee. Read about the political storm and new framework.
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.
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