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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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.
12 Pilibhit labourers stranded, harassed in Kyrgyzstan
Twelve labourers from Pilibhit, UP, are stranded in Kyrgyzstan, facing abuse. A detailed report has been sent to the state govt to initiate their safe repatriation. Read more.
India-Russia Pacts for 70K Jobs, Safer Migration
India and Russia sign two agreements to facilitate skilled worker migration and combat illegal recruitment, creating opportunities for up to 70,000 Indians. Read the full story.
Russia's Sberbank Calls for Indian Migrant Workers
As Putin visits India, Sberbank urges mass labour migration from India to fill a 3 million worker gap. Trade shifts beyond oil to IT, pharma, and machinery. Read more.
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.
6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes China's Xinjiang Region
A significant earthquake of magnitude 6.0 struck China's Xinjiang region near the Kyrgyzstan border. Get the latest details on the quake's epicentre, depth, and timing here.
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.
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 Family's Ordeal Continues After Bangladesh Jail Release
Sunali Khatun, released from a Bangladesh jail after 100 days, was taken to a police station for 'safety'. Her family remains trapped, awaiting return to India. Read the full story.
Labour Codes: A Step, Not a Game-Changer, Says Ex-Finance Secy
Former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg argues India's new labour codes are not transformative. Their success hinges on effective execution, with deeper reforms for workers and entrepreneurs still pending. Read the analysis.
IT Union Speaker's Remarks on Trump Stir H-1B Debate
A video of an ITServe Alliance speaker urging to 'kick' Trump's butt over immigration goes viral. The incident highlights the escalating H-1B visa debate and the tech union's push for policy reform. Read more.
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.
US HIRE Act: Doubling H-1B Visas, Impact on Indians
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi reintroduces the HIRE Act to double H-1B visas to 130,000. For Indian professionals, who get over 70% of these visas, this could mean major new opportunities. Read more.
India's New Labour Reforms: Creep or Leap?
Five years after Parliament passed new labour codes, implementation remains slow. While hailed as revolutionary, experts debate if these reforms represent true transformation or incremental progress.
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.
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.
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.
New Labour Codes: 12 Key Changes for India's Workforce
India's new labour codes bring timely wages, equal pay, health checkups and social security for gig workers. Learn how these reforms impact employees and employers across sectors.
India's Gig Workers Get Formal Social Security Safety Net
India's 7.7 million gig workers finally receive formal social security benefits including insurance, pensions, and accident coverage through new government initiatives.
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