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Modi Launches 4 New Labour Codes in Historic Reform

PM Modi announces the implementation of four new labour codes, calling it the most progressive reform for workers since 1947. The move aims to empower the workforce and boost ease of doing business.

4 Labour Codes Effective: Minimum Wage Guaranteed

Four transformative labour codes take effect from July 1, 2025, ensuring minimum wage for all workers and simplifying compliance for businesses. Learn how this impacts India's workforce.

Domestic Workers Bill Gaps Worry Karnataka Unions

Karnataka's new domestic workers legislation faces union backlash over social security exclusions, inadequate grievance mechanisms, and registration concerns. Learn what needs fixing.

Bank Unions Oppose FM's Privatisation Remarks

Indian banking unions strongly oppose FM Nirmala Sitharaman's privatisation remarks, demand strengthening of public sector banks instead. Latest updates on the banking sector debate.

Bank Unions Oppose Public Sector Bank Mergers

Indian banking unions unite against proposed consolidation of Union Bank, Indian Overseas Bank, and other public sector banks, citing job security and service quality concerns.

1.3M Children in Labour in Pakistan's Sindh: Survey

A groundbreaking government survey exposes alarming child labour crisis in Sindh, with agriculture sector employing majority of young workers. Disturbing findings reveal education deprivation and hazardous working conditions.

Labour Elects Angela Rayner as Deputy Leader

Angela Rayner elected as Labour's deputy leader, championing socialist values and grassroots movements to reshape Britain's political landscape ahead of crucial elections.

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.

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.

Nobel Economics: India's Break to Build Strategy

Discover how the 2023 Nobel Prize in Economics reveals crucial insights for India's development strategy. Learn why breaking existing systems is essential for building sustainable economic progress.

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.

Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala System After 50 Years

In a landmark move, Saudi Arabia abolishes the controversial Kafala sponsorship system after 50 years, granting unprecedented rights and mobility to millions of migrant workers across the kingdom.

Starmer's Aadhaar Plan for UK Faces Opposition

Labour leader Keir Starmer plans to replicate India's groundbreaking Aadhaar system in the UK to transform public service delivery, despite facing significant opposition from privacy advocates.

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