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.
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Pregnant Woman Returns from Bangladesh, Hospitalised
Sunali Khatun, the pregnant woman brought back from Bangladesh, visits her Birbhum home but is hospitalised. She vows never to return to Delhi after her ordeal. Read her full story.
Birbhum Family Waits for Daughter's Return from Bangladesh
While Sunali Khatun returns to India, another Birbhum family despairs as their daughter Sweety Bibi remains stranded in Bangladesh with her two sons. The Calcutta HC quashed the deportation order.
12 UP Labourers Stranded, Tortured in Kyrgyzstan
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded and facing torture in Kyrgyzstan after being sent by local agents. Families plead for rescue as administration investigates. Read their harrowing ordeal.
12 Pilibhit Workers Stranded in Kyrgyzstan, SOS Sent
Twelve migrant labourers from Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan. The district administration has sent a detailed report to the UP Home Department for urgent intervention. Read more.
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.
Over 3,150 Indians Deported from US in 2025
Indian government data shows a sharp rise in deportations from the US, with 3,155 cases reported till November 21, 2025. Explore the figures, trends, and official response.
Kerala HC Questions Protocols After Deported Man Vanishes
Kerala High Court demands answers from Centre and state after a Bengaluru man, deported from Kuwait with memory loss, went missing and was later found dead. The court raises serious questions on deportation protocols.
Karnataka Minister Demands Relief for Anganwadi Workers
Karnataka Health Minister Dr. K Sudhakar urges the state government to provide financial relief to Anganwadi and mid-day meal workers. Learn about the demands and the ongoing struggle.
3,258 Indians deported by US in 2025; Jaishankar details
EAM S Jaishankar reveals 3,258 Indians deported from US since Jan 2025, addresses Harjit Kaur mistreatment case. Govt raises concerns over deportee treatment with US authorities.
TN Halts State-Wide Migrant Labourer Survey
Tamil Nadu's labour department has indefinitely postponed a crucial survey of inter-state migrant workers due to fears of political backlash. Officials warn this leaves policymakers in the dark.
Protest Ends as Centre Meets Karnataka Workers' Demands
Karnataka's Anganwadi, ASHA, and Akshara Dasoha workers call off protest after Union ministers agree to fulfill most demands. Details on the breakthrough.
Centre to bring back deported pregnant woman, son
The Indian government will repatriate Sunali Khatun and her son after their deportation to Bangladesh, citing potential citizenship and humanitarian grounds. The Supreme Court has scheduled the next hearing for December 12.
Jalandhar sanitation workers protest over pending demands
Municipal sanitation workers in Jalandhar held a protest rally, demanding regularisation, timely salaries, and better safety equipment. Their union vows to escalate action if demands are ignored.
Indian Couple on Voter List, Daughter Deported to Bangladesh
Parents of 26-year-old Sunali Khatoon, deported as an illegal Bangladeshi immigrant, are verified voters in Bengal's Birbhum. The pregnant woman remains in Bangladesh. Read the full story.
Anganwadi Workers Protest in Hubballi for Job Security, Benefits
Anganwadi and midday meal workers in Hubballi demand job security, wage hikes, and statutory benefits like maternity leave. Their indefinite protest highlights long-pending grievances.
MP Construction Workers Board Launches Social Media Platforms
Madhya Pradesh Construction Workers Board launches dedicated social media platforms on Facebook and WhatsApp to provide easy access to welfare scheme updates and services for over 1.5 million registered workers.
New Book Exposes Hidden Truths of South Asia's Gig Workers
Vandana Vasudevan's OTP Please! uncovers the emotional realities of gig economy participants across South Asia. Discover how buyers, workers and platforms mirror each other in surprising ways.
Karnataka's Domestic Workers Bill: What Changes
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
Vadodara workers seize garbage vans over unpaid wages
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.
Indian Unions Protest Against Gig Worker Policies
Indian labour unions joined the global 'Make Amazon Pay' movement on Black Friday, demanding better rights for gig workers despite new labour codes offering social security benefits.
Indian truck driver faces deportation after fatal US crash
Sukhjinder Singh, Indian-origin truck driver, in ICE custody for deportation after guilty plea in West Virginia vehicular manslaughter case that killed Kevin Lataille. Read the full investigation details.
Bengali Workers Detained in Odisha for Verification
Nine Bengali-speaking migrant workers from West Bengal detained by Odisha police for verification of Bangladeshi links despite having valid ID documents. Bhadrak SP confirms investigation ongoing.
Indian Sikh Woman Arrest in Pakistan: Ex-MLA Moves Court
Former Pakistani Sikh lawmaker approaches court over Indian woman's arrest and deportation. Learn about the legal battle and diplomatic implications.
Trump's U-turn on immigration policy shocks supporters
Donald Trump declares support for foreign workers, acknowledging MAGA won't like it. The policy shift aims to address US labor shortages in chip manufacturing. Read the full analysis.
5000 Jaipur Sanitation Workers Begin Strike
Over 5000 sanitation workers in Jaipur launch immediate strike while Ajmer and Bhilwara prepare to join. Workers demand regularization, promotions and overtime payments. JMC officials promise discussion.
Jaipur sanitation workers end hunger strike, boycott work
Jaipur sanitation workers suspended their 4-day hunger strike due to health concerns but announced complete work boycott starting Tuesday. Read about their demands and protest escalation.
Delhi almond workers toil in dust for meager wages
In Delhi's Karawal Nagar, women crack almonds in hazardous conditions, earning barely ₹3/kg. Despite a 2024 protest, their plight continues. Discover their untold story.
Indian man sentenced for harassing girls in Canada
Jagjit Singh, 51, visiting Canada to see his grandchild, sentenced for criminal harassment of teenage girls. Faces deportation and lifetime ban from Canada. Read full details.
US Resumes Deportation Flights to Venezuela
The United States restarts direct deportation flights to Venezuela as international airlines cancel routes. Learn how this impacts migration policies and travelers.
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