Bangladesh Condemns Factory Worker Killing, Promises Justice
Bangladesh government expresses profound sorrow, condemns killing of factory worker in Mymensingh. Home Minister assures swift justice. Read the full story.
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Madurai Workers Protest Labour Laws, Cite Corporate Bias
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.
Ambedkar National Human Rights Award 2025 Announced
The Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar National Human Rights Award 2025 was announced at a major international convention in New Delhi. Discover the winners and the event's key highlights.
6 Bihar Migrant Workers Die in Nagpur Tank Collapse
A water tank collapse at a Nagpur solar plant killed six migrant workers from Bihar. Grieving families demand promised compensation before accepting bodies. Details inside.
Bihar Migrant Workers Die in Nagpur Factory Blast
Tragedy strikes as six migrant workers from Bihar's Muzaffarpur & West Champaran die in a Nagpur water tank explosion. CM Nitish Kumar announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia. Read the full story.
MP Durai Vaiko Seeks Implementation of HC Order for BHEL Workers
Trichy MP Durai Vaiko met Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy, urging action on a Madras HC order to regularise over 1,000 contract workers at BHEL Trichy. The long-pending issue seeks justice for workers.
6 Dead in Nagpur Factory Water Tank Collapse
A massive water tank collapsed at a Nagpur factory, killing six workers and injuring two. Rescue operations concluded. Authorities are investigating the cause.
Jharkhand Gig Workers Welfare Bill Gets Governor's Nod
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar approves the Platform Based Gig Workers Bill, 2025, paving the way for minimum wages and social security for gig workers in the state. Read more.
Karnataka Gig Worker Law: A 75-Year Legacy Realized
Karnataka's new gig worker legislation, active from November 2025, is rooted in the lifelong work of Baba Adhav, who began organizing informal workers in the 1950s. Explore the journey to secure rights for India's unorganized workforce.
Sonia Gandhi: Double Pay for ASHA, Anganwadi Workers
Congress leader Sonia Gandhi urged the Centre to double its pay contribution for ASHA and Anganwadi workers, citing overwork and low wages. She also highlighted 3 lakh ICDS vacancies.
Sonia Gandhi Targets Govt on ASHA, Anganwadi Workers' Issues
Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government for overworked, underpaid ASHA and Anganwadi workers in Rajya Sabha. Urges wage hikes, timely pay, and filling vacancies for India's development.
25,000+ Punjabis in Gulf Face Salary Delays, Harassment
Govt data reveals over 25,000 Punjabis work in Gulf nations, facing exploitation like unpaid salaries & passport retention. Learn about the risks and official redressal mechanisms.
GOP Senator Details H-1B Visa Abuse in Blue States
Republican Senator Eric Schmitt slams 20 Democrat-led states suing to block Trump's H-1B visa crackdown, alleging systematic replacement of American workers. Read the full exposé.
NY AG Sues UPS for $45M in Seasonal Worker Wage Theft
New York Attorney General sues UPS for allegedly stealing $45 million from seasonal workers' wages. Lawsuit claims forced off-the-clock work and illegal pay deductions. Read the full story.
Six Bihar workers held for murder in Coimbatore
Six guest workers, including a minor, from Bihar arrested for murdering a 23-year-old co-worker in Coimbatore. Details on the drunken brawl and police action inside.
HP Construction Board Gives Rs 14.17 Cr Aid to Workers
Himachal Pradesh Building & Construction Workers Welfare Board disbursed over Rs 14 crore to beneficiaries. A new sub-office in Mandi was approved to improve service delivery. Read more.
Delhi GRAP-IV Ban Pushes Construction Workers Into Debt
As GRAP-IV halts all construction in Delhi-NCR, daily-wage workers face unemployment and mounting debt. Read about their struggle and the gaps in welfare support.
Waste Transport Workers' 'Belagavi Chalo' on Dec 17
Over 500 waste transport workers in Karnataka will march to Belagavi Suvarna Soudha on December 17, demanding permanent employment, equal pay, and better working conditions. Read their full list of demands.
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.
Jaipur: Ex-minister leads protest over factory transfer scam
Former Rajasthan minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas leads protest march in Jaipur, alleging a ₹1,000 crore scam in Jaipur Metal Factory's transfer to Alchemist. Read the full story.
Ex-Minister to March for Jaipur Metal Factory Workers' Justice
Former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas announces protest march in Jaipur, demanding Rs 15 lakh compensation for Metal Factory workers and threatens Supreme Court action. Read the full story.
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.
Gohana tyre pyrolysis factory sealed for toxic gas emissions
Haryana State Pollution Control Board shuts down a Gohana tyre pyrolysis unit for releasing hazardous gases. Authorities acted on public complaints, highlighting environmental enforcement. Read the full report.
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.
Van Overturns Near Srivilliputhur, Claims One Life
A van carrying factory workers to a Sivakasi firecracker unit overturned in Virudhunagar district. One worker died on the spot, five were injured. Police have registered a case against the driver.
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