Five migrant workers from Jharkhand's Giridih, abducted in Niger in April 2023, are finally back in India. Their safe return ends nine months of anguish for their families. Read their harrowing story.
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
India receives billions in remittances but fails to track its migrant workers imprisoned abroad, highlighting a critical data gap in protecting citizens overseas. Read the full analysis.
Four migrant workers from Purulia, assaulted in Chhattisgarh, return home. Police confirm no criminal records. Details on the wage dispute and alleged Bajrang Dal attack inside.
Royal Oman Police announces Jan 8 holiday for office staff to mark Annual Police Day. Police stations will operate 24/7. Read details about Oman's tribute to its police force.
Oman has standardised fees for citizenship services. Applying now costs OMR 600, while renouncing nationality is OMR 200. The new rules took effect on January 4, 2026. Read for details.
Five Indian women from Punjab, trapped in Oman, were successfully repatriated with the intervention of environmentalist Balbir Singh Seechewal. Read their harrowing journey to freedom.
A Jalandhar woman, trafficked to Oman on a fake job promise, shares her horrific ordeal of being sold and abused. She reveals 70 other Indian women are trapped. Read her warning.
Sharada Iyer, sister of playback singer Chitra Iyer, died while trekking in Oman's Wadi Ghul region. The 52-year-old's last rites will be in Kerala on 7 January.
A 31-year-old migrant from Chhattisgarh was killed in Palakkad on false theft suspicion. This rising mob violence in Kerala highlights the urgent need for legal safeguards and social integration for interstate workers.
Oman mandates premarital medical exams from Jan 1, 2026, for all couples involving an Omani national. Learn about the tests, reasons, and tips for a smooth process.
Oman's Ministry of Health details the mandatory pre-marital medical examination process, urging couples to see it as vital for informed decisions and long-term marital health. Learn the steps involved.
Oman's SalamAir launches affordable direct flights from Muscat to Damascus starting May 2026. Fares from OMR 59.99. Book now for historic travel!
Oman enforces mandatory premarital screening for genetic & infectious diseases from Jan 1, 2026. Learn about the new law's impact on public health and marriage procedures.
Oman introduces mandatory premarital health checks from Jan 1, 2026, to screen for genetic and infectious diseases. Learn about the new law's impact and requirements.
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.
West Bengal Migrant Workers Welfare Board aids 30 lakh workers in Special Intensive Revision. Chairman raises concerns over physical hearing costs. Learn about the helpline and support provided.
West Bengal Migrant Workers Welfare Board supports 30 lakh workers in Special Intensive Revision. Chairman raises concerns over physical hearing costs. Read the full report.
Ramnarayan Baghel left his village in Chhattisgarh for work in Kerala to fund his sons' education and complete his PMAY home. Days later, he was lynched by a mob. Read his tragic story.
PM Modi's second visit to Oman bolstered India-Gulf relations with a landmark trade deal and enhanced cooperation in defence, maritime security, and food security. Explore the strategic implications.
Body of 19-year-old Jewel Sheikh, lynched in Odisha, reaches his Murshidabad village. Family demands justice as he was the sole earner. Political blame game erupts.
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.
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.
Oman introduces its first polymer one-rial banknote, featuring enhanced durability and security. It highlights cultural and economic landmarks, entering circulation on January 11, 2026.
India and Oman signed a major trade deal (CEPA) during PM Modi's visit. We break down its impact on exports, strategic goals, and what it means for India's global trade policy. Read more.
The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) is set to significantly enhance bilateral trade, boost MSME exports, and strengthen India's energy security. Discover the key benefits and economic impact.
India signs a landmark trade deal with Oman, securing zero-duty access for 98% of goods. The pact aims to boost MSME exports, create jobs, and enhance energy security. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.