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.
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.
Swiggy's 2025 report reveals biryani remains India's most-ordered dish with 93 million orders. Discover the top food trends and what this says about Indian dining habits.
Swiggy's 2025 food trends are out! Biryani remains India's favorite, but burgers and pizza are hot on its heels. Discover the surprising rise of dosa and regional delights.
Swiggy Instamart's 2025 report reveals India's quick commerce habits: from Rs 10 printouts to Rs 22 lakh spends & massive growth in Rajkot, Ludhiana. Discover the trends shaping how India shops.
Swiggy's Instamart saw orders from iPhones to Rs 10 items in 2025. The company's Q2 net loss widened to Rs 1,092 crore. Read the full analysis here.
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.
A birthday celebration turned hilarious after Zomato misread delivery instructions and iced them onto the cake. Watch the viral video and see how netizens reacted to this relatable food delivery mishap.
The indefinite hunger strike by PGI contract workers demanding pending wages enters its fourth day. Union leaders allege no medical check-up for three days. A day-long strike is threatened if demands are not met by Dec 22.
Surat's diamond artisans face a 50-75% wage crash as they pivot to lab-grown gems. With 800,000 jobs at stake, the industry's foundation is cracking. Read the full story.
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.
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day pause in rural works during peak farming seasons. We analyse if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages, examining wage data and rising female workforce participation. Read the facts.
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
The Union Ministry of Rural Development has yet to release Rs 622 crore in MGNREGS dues to Karnataka, including wages and material costs. Learn the details and implications.
Food delivery giant Swiggy is set to raise up to 100 billion rupees from institutional investors as early as next week, tapping into India's booming quick-commerce sector. Read the full details.
Villages in Patiala's Nabha subdivision are rejecting the 30% deduction from panchayat income for secretary wages, calling it illegal. Multiple gram sabhas pass resolutions demanding revocation.
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.
Swiggy refutes claims of Instamart losing market share, calling recent media report baseless. Redseer confirms data mismatch. Read official statement details.
India's new labour codes face hurdles in boosting factory hiring. Bureaucracy and retrenchment rules limit impact. Explore the analysis of these industrial relations reforms.
India's new labour code mandates Swiggy and Zomato to contribute 1-2% of turnover for gig worker welfare, potentially adding billions in costs that may be passed to customers. Analysis shows impact on profitability.
India's new labour codes will cost Zomato and Swiggy 1-2% of turnover for gig worker security. Analysts expect minimal short-term financial impact as companies may pass costs to customers. Read analysis.
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.
The Indian government has officially notified four new labour codes, consolidating 29 laws to reform the country's employment landscape. Discover the key changes and their impact.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announces historic labour reforms ensuring minimum wages, social security for 40 crore workers, and gender equality. A transformative step for India's workforce.
Zomato CEO announces new feature allowing restaurants to access customer phone numbers with consent. Learn about the privacy implications and terms of this controversial update.
Swiggy will charge select restaurants an additional fee on 'One' orders starting November 25. Discover how this new Swiggy delivery fee could impact your food orders and restaurant choices.
New York Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani proposes $60K mayor salary, sparking viral debate about public service wages and living costs. Read the full controversy.
Elon Musk's massive $1 trillion Tesla compensation package raises crucial questions about CEO pay ratios and worker wages in India and globally. Should society intervene?