Haryana police apprehend a man accused of child labour following an extensive manhunt across 200 villages. The operation highlights the state's crackdown on illegal employment of minors.
Panchkula DC Satpal Sharma directs officials for surprise checks at hotspots to eradicate child labour. A combined strategy of enforcement and public awareness is key. Read more.
Former US President Donald Trump claims he personally intervened to prevent a major military escalation between India and Pakistan in May. Read the full details of his repeated assertions.
The IMF has sharply criticised Pakistan's powerful SIFC for its unchecked authority, warning it undermines governance and economic stability. Read the full analysis.
The December 31 gig worker strike revealed deep flaws in platform work. As companies deny employer status, workers lack rights and social security. Can India's laws catch up?
India's new Industrial Relations Code, effective Nov 21, 2025, brings major shifts in fixed-term jobs, strike rules & layoffs. Explore the debate & potential impact on job security.
Sarabjit Kaur, who travelled to Pakistan with a Sikh jatha, married a local and converted. Her deportation is delayed due to legal processes. Read the full story.
Amnesty International warns Pakistan's 27th Constitutional Amendment undermines judicial independence. The move grants Parliament power to fix Supreme Court judges' tenure. Read the full analysis.
Explore the legal standing of gig workers' unions in India, the impact of the New Year's Eve strike, and how proposed social security rules could change the game for 12.7 million platform workers.
Mandya district rescued over 35 child labourers in 2025. Deputy Commissioner Kumara emphasizes public duty & proactive raids to eradicate this social evil. Read how officials plan to make taluks child labour-free.
Vijayapura district administration rescued 10 bonded labourers, including women & minors, from a farm. They were unpaid for 2 months. Read about the raid and legal action.
Pakistani traders and businesses foresee a severe economic crisis in 2025, citing soaring inflation, high taxes, and crippling energy costs. Can the government intervene?
Centre's draft rules propose social security for gig workers, but eligibility requires 90-120 days of engagement. Stakeholders have 30-45 days to give feedback before April 1, 2026 rollout.
A major scam involving forged work slips has been uncovered in Haryana's Labour Department, implicating officials and causing significant financial loss. Read the full investigation details.
GIPSWU, India's first women-led gig workers union, calls a nationwide strike on December 31, 2025, demanding labour rights, safety, and fair pay. Read about the key demands and potential service disruptions.
Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij reveals shocking findings in a Rs 1,500 crore work-slip scam. Probe shows massive fake verifications, siphoning welfare benefits meant for genuine labourers. Read the full investigation details.
Pakistan faces a severe brain drain as thousands of professionals flee, contradicting Army Chief Asim Munir's claims of 'brain gain.' Experts warn of a deepening economic and social crisis.
Nearly 10,000 Indian workers registered in Moscow, driven by a new Labour Mobility Agreement. This strategic move addresses Russia's severe workforce crisis while opening a major new migration corridor for India. Explore the risks and rewards.
Despite government assurances of economic stability, Pakistani citizens face relentless inflation and rising living costs. Explore the stark reality behind the official narrative.
Sydney's Bondi Beach sees subdued Christmas celebrations as Australia grieves a deadly shooting at a Jewish event. New public gathering laws enacted. Read more.
TFPPS organized a crucial meeting in Sivaganga to educate goat herders on bonded and child labour laws. Officials discussed ongoing cases, highlighting payment irregularities. Read the full story.
Ten central trade unions call for a nationwide strike on February 12 demanding the rollback of four new labour codes. The protest also targets privatization and fuel price hikes.
Dr BR Ambedkar State Institute of Medical Sciences, Mohali, launches a novel music therapy program in labour rooms to reduce anxiety and improve emotional well-being during childbirth. Learn about this innovative approach.
Tamil Nadu construction workers protest in Madurai, demanding repeal of four central labour laws they claim favour corporates and threaten worker rights, welfare boards, and job security. Read more.
India's labour market grapples with deep-rooted gender disparities, the most persistent challenge according to experts. Explore the causes and potential solutions for inclusive growth.
Labour officials held an awareness programme at IOCL's Jharsuguda LPG plant on the four new labour codes. Learn how these reforms aim to simplify compliance and boost worker welfare.
Kerala govt forms 3-member legal panel to study Centre's labour codes, calls them anti-worker. Panel to submit report in a month. State vows constitutional fight.
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
Bihar renames its Labour Resources Department, signaling a new focus on migrant workers. We explore if this administrative change can translate into real action for millions.
Lok Sabha approves the Repealing and Amending Bill, 2025, to scrap 71 obsolete laws. Union Law Minister says the move aims to reverse colonial-era legacies. Read the full list of laws being removed.