Gig Workers Strike: Global Rights & India's Status
As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?
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UAE Forges Strategic Partnerships in Latin America
The UAE is expanding its strategic partnerships and unlocking significant investment opportunities across Latin America, focusing on trade, sustainability, and infrastructure. Discover the key agreements and future prospects.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Maharashtra Food Delivery Hit by Gig Workers' Strike
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
Food delivery workers strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Delivery Workers Strike on Christmas, New Year's Eve 2025
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
150 Blankets Distributed to Mid-Day Meal Workers in Jalandhar
The Mid-Day Meal Workers Federation in Jalandhar distributed 150 blankets to its members on December 24, providing relief from the winter chill. Read about this act of support for essential school staff.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
5 UP workers die of carbon monoxide poisoning in Kurukshetra
Five migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh tragically died in a Kurukshetra resort from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning after lighting a makeshift heater. Police investigate the incident. Read for details.
5 Saharanpur Workers Die of Asphyxia in Kurukshetra Resort
Five migrant workers from Uttar Pradesh died of suspected asphyxia in a Kurukshetra resort after inhaling fumes from a coal brazier. Police investigation underway. Read the full report.
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.
Trump Recalls 30 Ambassadors, Critics Cite Harm to US Credibility
The Trump administration recalls nearly 30 senior diplomats to align embassies with 'America First' priorities. Critics warn this move weakens US global standing and morale. Read more.
JD Vance's 'Cheap Labour' Remark On H-1B Visas Sparks Debate
US VP JD Vance defends Trump's H-1B visa crackdown, calling it a move against 'cheap, 3rd-world labour'. Read the full story on the impact for Indian professionals and US policy.
5 Health Tips for Night Shift Workers
Working nights disrupts your body clock. Discover 5 research-backed strategies to protect your health, boost energy, and improve your quality of life if you work night shifts.
Gig Workers Seek Pollution Surcharge in High AQI Days
Delivery workers in Delhi demand 'pollution surcharge' and protective gear from e-commerce companies during hazardous air quality days. Their call for fair compensation highlights health risks faced by platform workers.
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.
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.
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.
Boosting India-South America Industry Partnerships: Experts
Industry leaders and diplomats call for enhanced trade and collaboration between India and South America in agriculture, tech, and energy. Discover the strategic roadmap.
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