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.
Goa Human Rights Commission issues notice to labour commissioner for non-payment of compensation to 20 workers who died in Arpora nightclub fire. Hearing set for Jan 29, 2026.
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.
An 8-year-old boy died after falling at a Sabarmati construction site, highlighting the absence of child safety facilities where labourers' families live. Read more about the investigation.
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.
A group of 17 Indian migrant workers, including a former software developer, are cleaning streets in St. Petersburg, Russia, earning about ₹1.1 lakh monthly amid a labour crunch. Read their unique story.
Karnataka police data reveals 22,000 migrant labourers from Assam work in Malnad coffee estates. Locals cite crime rise, urge verification. Home Minister details registration measures.
A Dalit migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Kerala's Palakkad after being mistaken for a Bangladeshi national. Five arrests made. Read the full report.
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 26-year-old migrant worker in Rajkot was murdered after witnessing a violent altercation over an alleged extra-marital affair. Police have arrested six suspects. Read the full investigation details.
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.
A 31-year-old migrant worker from Chhattisgarh was beaten to death in Palakkad, Kerala, after being wrongly suspected of theft. Police have arrested five locals for murder.
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.
The ceremonial term 'Pravasi' obscures the harsh exploitation faced by India's migrant workers. It's time to adopt legally-grounded language that affirms their rights and lived experiences. Read more.
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
A tragic fire at Birch by Romeo Lane in Goa killed 25, including three migrant workers from Jharkhand. Two were brothers. Read about the victims and the state's response.
An exploration of the untold narratives of migrants in Bengaluru, whose resilience and labour are fundamental to the city's fabric. Discover the human stories behind the headlines.
Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertakings (CICU) organized a crucial session on India's new labour codes. Learn what experts said about compliance and impact on businesses in Ludhiana.
Over 95% of lakhs of migrant workers in Kerala are not voters, leading to unchecked exploitation in housing and labour. Experts blame apathetic local bodies. Read how this crisis unfolds.
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.
Former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg argues India's new labour codes are not transformative. Their success hinges on effective execution, with deeper reforms for workers and entrepreneurs still pending. Read the analysis.
Shocking report reveals 300+ migrant deaths in Malaysian custody since 2020. Rights groups demand accountability over detention conditions and medical neglect. Read full investigation.
Five years after Parliament passed new labour codes, implementation remains slow. While hailed as revolutionary, experts debate if these reforms represent true transformation or incremental progress.
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan warns new labour code may dismantle worker protections, extend work hours, and weaken unions. Urgent review demanded.
Kerala Labour Minister V Sivankutty demands immediate withdrawal of 4 labour codes, warning they weaken workers' rights and social justice. Read the full story.
CII Northern Region praises India's simplified labour codes, highlighting benefits for industry and workers. Learn how these reforms boost ease of doing business.
India implements four landmark labour codes replacing 29 outdated laws. Learn how this affects wages, social security, working conditions and industrial relations for millions of workers.