India's Labour Force Participation Hits Record 56.1%
India's labour force participation rate reached a new high of 56.1% in December 2025, while unemployment edged up to 4.8%. Rural areas saw significant job seeker increases.
India's labour force participation rate reached a new high of 56.1% in December 2025, while unemployment edged up to 4.8%. Rural areas saw significant job seeker increases.
Nearly 15,000 nurses at three major New York City hospital systems launch historic strike over staffing and safety. Learn the key demands and patient impact.
Thousands of nurses at major New York City hospitals, including Mount Sinai and Montefiore, are on strike demanding better staffing ratios and fair contracts. Learn the key details and implications.
Indian Air Force starts online registration for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 under Agnipath Scheme. Apply by Feb 1, 2026. Check eligibility, exam pattern & salary details.
Iraq expresses keen interest in acquiring Pakistan's JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and Super Mushshak trainers. The development follows talks between the air chiefs of both nations. Read more on the potential defence deal.
Kerala's film bodies announce a token strike on March 22, halting all cinema activities. The protest demands tax relief and lower power tariffs, threatening an indefinite strike if unresolved. Read more.
Public sector banks in Gujarat will be shut for four consecutive days from Jan 24 to 27, disrupting services. Plan your cash and cheque needs. Digital channels will remain open.
Doctors in Odisha's state-run hospitals have suspended their OPD strike after Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling promised to address their demands. The strike, which lasted weeks, caused significant patient inconvenience.
Kerala Govt Medical College Teachers Association to boycott teaching & non-emergency services from Jan 13. Strike over pay anomalies, arrears, and transfers. Read full details.
Pakistan confirms high-level talks with Bangladesh for potential sale of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and a broader defence pact. Details on the strategic discussions revealed.
Pakistan confirms high-level talks with Bangladesh on potential sale of JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and a broader defence cooperation agreement. Details inside.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh will keynote the inaugural Mehar Singh MVC Memorial Talk in Chandigarh, honouring the IAF legend's daring 1947-48 war feats. Learn about the event and his legacy.
Bangladesh has expressed potential interest in procuring JF-17 Thunder fighter jets from Pakistan, as confirmed by the Pakistan Air Force. This move could reshape regional defense dynamics. Read the full details here.
Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari will deliver the first Baba Mehar Singh Memorial Lecture in Chandigarh on January 9, honouring the IAF legend. The event highlights military heritage and leadership.
Pakistan and Bangladesh air chiefs held talks on a potential JF-17 Thunder fighter jet pact, marking a strategic shift in South Asian ties. Details inside.
A Haryana resident is arrested for allegedly sharing sensitive information about the Ambala Air Force Station with a Pakistani intelligence operative. Details of the case revealed.
Doctors in Odisha's state hospitals intensify strike for pay parity, causing patient distress. Health Minister appeals for resolution as union threatens longer shutdown.
Bank unions held a day-long dharna in Raipur, demanding immediate implementation of a five-day work week. A nationwide bank strike is planned for January 27 if demands are unmet.
Bank officers' unions announce a nationwide strike on January 27, demanding a five-day work week. The action follows a lack of government response despite a prior agreement. Read more.
Bank employee unions call for a nationwide strike on January 27, 2025, demanding pension updates and opposing new policies. Services may be impacted.
US President Trump approved a covert Delta Force operation leading to the capture of Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. Details on the strike, CIA role, and regional tensions inside.
US President Donald Trump confirms the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a large-scale military strike. Delta Force led the op as Venezuela declares emergency. Read the full report.
Around 60 e-commerce delivery partners in Kolkata's Tollygunge are on strike demanding better pay. Services disrupted in Bansdroni area. Read the full story.
Great White Shark bite force hits 4,000 PSI, but Black Piranha has the strongest bite per body size. Discover the science behind these ultimate predators.
App-based delivery workers in Pune joined a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. The action caused significant delays and order cancellations, highlighting the gig economy's deep-seated issues. Read more abo
A strike by gig workers in quick commerce and food delivery services saw minimal operational disruption in Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, despite union claims. Companies countered with incentives to ensure smooth service.
App-based delivery workers staged a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, protesting low pay and lack of social security. Platforms countered with higher incentives, leading to a mixed response. Read about the impact and industry reactions.
In 1960, Hollywood's writers and actors launched a historic strike against major studios, winning crucial rights and reshaping the entertainment industry forever. Discover the untold story.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha offers to mediate between companies and gig workers ahead of Dec 31 strike. He demands dignity, fair pay, and social security for delivery personnel.
Delivery workers for Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Zepto are striking on New Year's Eve, demanding fair pay, safety, and a ban on 10-minute delivery models. Read about their demands and the government's role.