Delivery Strike on NYE Gets Mixed Response
App-based delivery workers staged a New Year's Eve strike over low pay. Platforms countered with festive bonuses, causing delays. Read about the protest's impact and worker demands.
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Delivery Strike in Pune on NYE Over Low Pay, Security
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
Kolkata Gig Workers' Strike: Limited Impact on Dec 31
A 4-hour strike by gig workers in Kolkata demanding higher incentives saw mixed results. While social media buzz affected orders, most delivery partners continued working. Read details on the protest's impact and worker demands.
Food delivery strike has limited impact in Delhi-NCR
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.
TCS mulls gig workers for AI roles to tackle talent crunch
Tata Consultancy Services plans flexible hiring for data scientists & architects. This shift aims to retain scarce AI talent but raises data privacy concerns. Read more.
Draft Rules for New Labour Codes Released by Centre
The Centre has unveiled draft rules for implementing four new labour codes, detailing minimum wage calculation, 48-hour work week, and social security for gig workers. Public feedback invited within 30-45 days.
Delivery Strike on NYE: Mixed Response Amid Bonus Offers
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.
Hollywood's 1960 Strike: When Writers and Actors Said 'Enough'
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.
Bengaluru Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Gain Momentum
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Gehlot Pushes for National Gig Worker Welfare Law
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot demands a national gig worker welfare law based on Rajasthan's landmark Act. He criticizes state BJP govt for delaying rules, forcing workers to strike. Read more.
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?
Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Disrupt New Year's Eve Deliveries
Despite a gig workers' strike on New Year's Eve, services from Zomato and Swiggy remained largely unaffected. Firms offered extra incentives to ensure smooth operations. Read the full analysis.
Gig Workers in India Pushed to the Edge by Poor Conditions
A new report reveals the harsh reality for India's gig workers: low pay, exhausting hours, and zero job security are creating a crisis. Read the full investigation into the platform economy's human cost.
Nationwide Gig Workers Strike Hits Delivery Apps on NYE
Over 1 lakh delivery agents strike nationwide on New Year's Eve 2025, demanding fair wages, transparency, and a ban on exploitative 10-minute delivery models. The action targets Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, and Amazon.
Swiggy, Zomato hike pay as gig workers strike on NYE
Food delivery platforms Swiggy and Zomato announce increased festive payouts for delivery partners as unions call for a nationwide strike on December 31, demanding better wages and conditions.
Raghav Chadha mediates gig worker strike, demands dignity
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.
Zomato, Swiggy Boost Pay for Delivery Partners Before NYE
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy announce increased incentives for gig workers to avert a strike on New Year's Eve. Details on new payouts and union demands inside.
Zomato, Swiggy Boost Payouts Amid New Year's Eve Strike Threat
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy increase worker payouts ahead of a potential New Year's Eve strike that could disrupt services on one of the busiest nights. Details inside.
Food Delivery Giants Boost Pay as Gig Workers Plan Strike
Zomato and Swiggy announce higher New Year's Eve incentives for delivery partners, while gig workers' unions call for a nationwide strike demanding better pay and conditions. Details inside.
Zomato, Swiggy Hike Pay for Delivery Partners Before Strike
Food delivery giants Zomato and Swiggy increase incentives for gig workers as unions call for a strike on New Year's Eve. Details on the new payout structures and union demands.
Zomato hikes delivery incentives for December 31
Zomato increases delivery partner incentives for New Year's Eve, citing high demand. The company clarifies the move is standard and unrelated to the ongoing gig worker strike. Get the latest business updates.
Delivery Workers Strike, Demand Ban on 10-Minute Deliveries
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.
Delivery Workers Strike on Dec 31 Over Safety, Pay Issues
Delivery platform workers across India plan a New Year's Eve strike in 2025, protesting unsafe 10-minute delivery targets and low wages. Read about the nationwide impact and union demands.
Delivery Workers Strike on Dec 31 Over Pay, Safety
A nationwide strike by delivery workers on New Year's Eve will disrupt services from Zomato, Swiggy, and others. Unions demand better pay, safety, and social security. Read details.
Delivery Workers Strike, Demand End to 10-Minute Service
Gig workers across India launch a nationwide strike on New Year's Eve, demanding the removal of the 10-minute delivery model and better pay. Read about their demands and the expected impact.
Gig Workers Strike Nationwide Over Pay, Insurance Issues
Delivery workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto, and Amazon are on a nationwide strike demanding better pay, insurance, and an end to 10-minute delivery. Read their demands.
Nationwide Gig Worker Strike Hits Delivery Services
Gig workers across India launch a nationwide strike on Dec 31, demanding fair pay and rights. Learn how this impacts your Zomato, Swiggy, and Blinkit orders.
Gig workers strike over 10-min delivery, pay cuts
Gig workers' unions demand removal of 10-minute delivery and old payout restoration. Nationwide strike on Dec 31 after 40,000 protested on Dec 25, causing major delays.
Gig Workers Strike, BMC Funds Probe & Khaleda Zia's Funeral
On the last day of 2025, gig workers strike for pay transparency, an RTI probe reveals BMC fund bias, and Bangladesh prepares for Khaleda Zia's funeral. Get the full briefing.
Pune's 2025 NYE: Strike, Safety & Varied Party Plans
As Pune gears up for New Year's Eve 2025, a gig workers' strike and safety concerns add complexity. Explore how restaurants, residents, and authorities are adapting for a night of celebration.
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