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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Coimbatore fraudster faces fresh FIR for cheating Kerala trader
Coimbatore police file a new FIR against a jailed history-sheeter for cheating a Kerala cinnamon trader of Rs 8.07 lakh. This is the second case in three days, revealing a pattern of spice trade fraud. Read the full details.
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.
Visually Impaired Couple Defrauded in Kanpur Plot Scam
A visually impaired couple in Kanpur's Rawatpur was cheated of Rs 90,000 in a land deal. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fraud. Read the full story.
Pune Senior Guard Loses Rs 1.5 Lakh in Fake GR Scam
A 70-year-old MSSC security guard was defrauded of Rs 1.50 lakh by a Hadapsar man promising a 10-year service extension via a fake GR. Hadapsar police are investigating the fraud case. Read the full details.
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.
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.
Ayurvedic healer cheats Bengaluru techie of Rs 48 lakh, arrested
Jnanabharathi police arrest Vijay Guruji for allegedly swindling a Bengaluru techie of Rs 48 lakh by selling overpriced herbal remedies like 'Devaraj Booti'. Read the full story.
Fake Ayurvedic healer cheats Bengaluru engineer of Rs 48 lakh
Bengaluru police arrest a self-proclaimed Ayurvedic healer for cheating a software engineer of Rs 48 lakh with fake sexual health treatments. Read the full story of the scam and its consequences.
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.
Ahmedabad IT Pro Loses Rs 34.2L in UK Job Scam
A 30-year-old IT professional from Ahmedabad was cheated of Rs 34.2 lakh by fraudsters posing as UK job consultants. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud schemes.
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.
Bantwal woman cheated of Rs 70 lakh in subsidy scam
A woman from Karnataka's Bantwal lost Rs 70 lakh after fraudsters promised subsidy for jasmine cultivation. Police investigation underway. Learn how to avoid such scams.
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.
Pune traders lose ₹4.7 crore in copper scrap scam
Pune police arrest key suspect from Kolkata in ₹4.7 crore copper scrap fraud case. Two traders cheated through elaborate international scheme involving Dubai, Tanzania offices. Read full details.
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.
Software engineer cheated of Rs 48 lakh by fake Ayurvedic healer
A 29-year-old software engineer in Bengaluru was cheated of Rs 48 lakh by a fake Ayurvedic healer who sold him harmful herbal products claiming to cure sexual health problems. Police have registered a case.
Bengaluru techie loses ₹48L to fake healer, kidney damaged
A software engineer in Bengaluru was cheated of ₹48 lakh by an Ayurvedic shop owner selling harmful sexual health medicines that caused kidney damage. Read the shocking details and police action.
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.
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