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Karnataka Gig Workers Act: Rules Soon, CESS Undecided

Karnataka is set to implement groundbreaking legislation for gig workers with new rules expected soon, though the crucial CESS amount remains undecided. Learn how this will impact platform workers across the state.

Chemical factory blast near Salem injures two workers

A major explosion at a chemical manufacturing unit near Salem, Tamil Nadu left two guest workers with serious burn injuries. The incident has raised concerns about industrial safety protocols in the region.

Assam Workers: 'We're Indian, Not Bangladeshi'

Migrant workers from Assam defend their citizenship after BJP MP labels them Bangladeshi. Exclusive interviews reveal their documents and determination to prove Indian identity.

Chhath Puja: Bihar's Great Migration Home

As Chhath Puja approaches, migrant workers from Bihar embark on emotional train journeys home, carrying dreams, struggles, and the weight of being Bihari in India's workforce.

TN Factory Blast: Chain Reaction Killed 16

Explosive chain reaction at Tennessee factory claims 16 lives, with shockwaves felt across 20-mile radius. Investigation reveals catastrophic safety failure.

Extreme Heat Risks for Pregnant Farmworkers

New study reveals migrant farmworkers face miscarriage risks from extreme heat, with immigration fears preventing them from speaking out about unsafe working conditions.

Saudi Ends Kafala System: Big Win for Indian Workers

Saudi Arabia abolishes controversial Kafala sponsorship system, granting unprecedented rights to migrant workers. Discover how this landmark reform benefits over 1.34 crore foreign workers, including millions of Indians.

Saudi Arabia Scraps Kafala Labour System

Saudi Arabia abolishes controversial Kafala labour system, granting migrant workers unprecedented freedom and rights in historic reform that benefits millions.

Bihar children escape brutal Jaipur bangle factory

In a harrowing tale of child labour exploitation, seven children from Bihar managed to escape a Jaipur bangle factory where they faced 18-hour workdays and physical abuse, eventually hiding in a graveyard for safety.

Massive Fire at Khardah Dye Factory Near Kolkata

A devastating fire engulfed a dye manufacturing factory in West Bengal's Khardah area, triggering emergency response and raising serious safety concerns about industrial units in the region.

Massive Fire Guts Bathinda Factory on Diwali Night

A devastating fire broke out at a sack manufacturing unit in Bathinda's Industrial Focal Point area on Diwali night, triggering a massive emergency response. Firefighters battled the blaze for hours as flames illuminated the festive night sky.

Mumbai Sanitation Workers' Housing Project Stalled

Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's ambitious plan to build residential quarters for sanitation workers faces indefinite delays, leaving thousands of essential workers in precarious living conditions.

Chamba DC Honors 100 Sanitation Warriors

Deputy Commissioner DC Rana leads special recognition event for frontline sanitation workers in Chamba, celebrating their dedication to public health and cleanliness.

India's Gig Workers: Scammed, Abused, Silenced

Behind the promise of flexible work lies a harsh reality of scams, verbal abuse, and algorithmic punishment that India's gig workers face daily but cannot speak about openly.

Haryana Rights Panel Chief Meets Governor, Presents Report

Haryana State Human Rights Commission Chairperson Justice Vijay Bishnoi met Governor Bandaru Dattatreya to present the annual report, highlighting key achievements and ongoing human rights protection efforts across the state.

11 Odisha Workers Rescued From Bonded Labour

In a major anti-trafficking operation, 11 workers from Koraput district were freed from modern-day slavery at a Telangana brick kiln. Discover how authorities intervened to end their ordeal.

Workmen Compensation Insurance Guide for Manufacturers

Protect your manufacturing business and workforce with the right workmen compensation policy. Learn key coverage aspects, premium calculations, and compliance requirements specific to Indian industries.

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