Odia Workers Stranded in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
The New Year's Eve strike by delivery workers ignited a fierce debate on India's gig economy, questioning the reality behind 'flexibility' and highlighting demands for fair pay and social security. Explore the clash between platform giants and worker unio
India receives billions in remittances but fails to track its migrant workers imprisoned abroad, highlighting a critical data gap in protecting citizens overseas. Read the full analysis.
Four migrant workers from Purulia, assaulted in Chhattisgarh, return home. Police confirm no criminal records. Details on the wage dispute and alleged Bajrang Dal attack inside.
Karnataka's Labour Minister announces a proposed 1-1.5% welfare fee on aggregators to fund gig worker benefits. Official notification expected within a week.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz begins his first official visit to India on Jan 12, 2026. He will meet PM Modi in Ahmedabad to strengthen the strategic partnership. Read more.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits India on January 12-13 for high-level talks to strengthen bilateral trade and economic cooperation. Key discussions on supply chains and investment.
Indian professionals in Germany earn highest median wage among foreign workers at €5,393. US influencer Andrew Branca labels success as 'theft' via fraudulent credentials. Details inside.
A new report reveals Indian professionals in Germany command the highest median salary among foreign nationals. Discover the factors behind this success story and what it means for global talent. Read more.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends gig workers' strike, accuses platforms of exploitation and politicizing fair pay demands. He calls for a nationwide debate on worker rights. Read more.
Indian professionals in Germany earn the highest median monthly salary at €5,393, a new study reveals. The success is driven by high-skill STEM roles, not nationality. Discover the structural reasons behind this economic trend.
A 25-year-old Indian student in Germany died after jumping from a burning apartment to escape a fire. The tragic incident occurred in Berlin's Marzahn district. Read the full story.
Hruthik Reddy, a 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana, died after jumping from his apartment during a fire in Germany. His family appeals for help to repatriate his body. Read the full story.
Hundreds of Indian students at Berlin's International University face sudden deportation after German authorities revoked its visa eligibility. Many took hefty loans for their dreams. Read the full story.
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot demands a national gig worker welfare law based on Rajasthan's landmark Act. He criticizes state BJP govt for delaying rules, forcing workers to strike. Read more.
As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?
Gig workers' unions demand removal of 10-minute delivery and old payout restoration. Nationwide strike on Dec 31 after 40,000 protested on Dec 25, causing major delays.
Hundreds of Indian students in Berlin face deportation as Germany cracks down on hybrid study programmes. Their residence permits are not being renewed, leaving them in financial and academic limbo. Learn the crucial lesson for future applicants.
Russia is emerging as a major destination for India's skilled workers like welders and tailors. Hiring has surged 60% in 4 years, driven by a new labour pact and Russia's demographic crisis. Explore the opportunities and challenges.
Nine Uttar Pradesh workers, trapped in Kyrgyzstan for 3 months in a job scam, are home. Three remain. Officials are coordinating their return and investigating the fraud.
Indian students are choosing Germany, UAE & New Zealand over traditional hubs. New data reveals a 1.88 million strong diaspora seeking affordable excellence & clear pathways. Explore the global shift.
Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Bahrain deported thousands of Indian nationals in 2025 for visa overstays and work permit issues. Learn the key reasons and how to avoid deportation.
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Russia warns its citizens against travel to Germany, alleging harassment & seizures at airports. This escalates diplomatic tensions between Moscow and Berlin. Read the full story.
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
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.
Augsburg's Christmas market replaces its iconic tree with removable security bollards, a national symbol of heightened safety measures post-terror attacks. Discover how security reshapes tradition.
Indian students studying overseas fell to 1.2 million in 2025. Explore the key trends in Canada, US, UK, Australia, and rising European destinations. Plan your study abroad journey wisely.