Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma accuses Congress & INDIA bloc of spreading falsehoods about the Viksit Bharat Rozgar Ajeevika Guarantee Mission Gramin Bill, 2025. He highlights higher wages & transparency for Haryana workers.
The Indian National Congress launches a 45-day nationwide 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' to protest fund cuts and demand higher wages. The campaign includes protests at block and district levels.
In January 2026, 19 US states increased their minimum wage, benefiting over 8 million workers. Hawaii and Washington lead with $16 and $17+ hourly rates, while the federal wage remains stagnant at $7.25. Explore the impact on workers and the economy.
Over 100 labourers protested at Jalandhar DC office, blocking gates for 2 hours over unpaid wages. The demonstration caused major disruptions for visitors and officials.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has reinstated a CISF constable dismissed in 1998 for alleged misconduct, ordering full back wages and benefits after a 27-year legal battle.
Recent strikes by delivery agents highlight a crucial economic truth: fair wages can fuel consumption and growth without harming the gig business model. Discover how India's Labour Codes hold the key.
Abhishek Banerjee vows to hike wages to Rs 300/day, operationalize all PHCs, and build crèches if TMC returns to power in 2026. He contrasts state's work with BJP MPs' record in Alipurduar.
Mandya District Collector mandates wage payment by 5th of each month for hamali workers, ensuring ESI & PF benefits. Anna Bhagya ration distribution must be completed by the 10th.
Around 60 e-commerce delivery partners in Kolkata's Tollygunge are on strike demanding better pay. Services disrupted in Bansdroni area. Read the full story.
Voters in rich nations are angry about prices, but is there a real affordability crisis? We examine the data, the political rhetoric, and the risks of misguided policies. Read more.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes's net worth hits £50M. Details on his £300k weekly salary, 2024 contract extension, endorsements, and release clause revealed. Explore his financial journey.
India's labour ministry releases draft rules for new labour codes, redefining wages and gratuity calculation. Over 400 million workers impacted. Key compliance changes explained.
Ministry of Labour pre-publishes draft rules under new labour codes. Public consultation open for 45 days. Key changes in wage definition, PF, gratuity calculation explained.
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.
Contract workers at PGIMER Chandigarh began a hunger strike demanding payment of Rs 55 crore in pending wages and better benefits. The institute claims hospital services remain unaffected.
Supreme Court delivers justice after 34 years, restoring 50% back wages to a hotel worker terminated in 1991. The landmark ruling states odd jobs for survival cannot deny back wages. Read the full story.
Industry bodies seek clarity on new labour codes' implementation, fearing high retrospective costs. ICAI advises firms to provision for increased gratuity in December quarter accounts. Read more.
The Supreme Court closed a 34-year-old case, awarding 50% back wages to the family of D K Sharma, an ITDC employee terminated in 1991. The verdict highlights systemic delays in justice delivery.
Kerala Labour Minister V Sivankutty directs a draft notification for revised minimum wages in private hospitals to be published within 30 days, citing stalled talks. A 60% hike from 2013 levels is proposed.
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.
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.
PGI Chandigarh contract workers' Joint Action Committee announces indefinite hunger strike from Dec 23 over unpaid wage arrears of Rs 90 crore. Read about their demands and the administration's alleged breach of assurances.
The indefinite hunger strike by PGI contract workers demanding pending wages enters its fourth day. Union leaders allege no medical check-up for three days. A day-long strike is threatened if demands are not met by Dec 22.
Surat's diamond artisans face a 50-75% wage crash as they pivot to lab-grown gems. With 800,000 jobs at stake, the industry's foundation is cracking. Read the full story.
Pune's minimum temperature plunges, with Pashan recording 7.7°C. IMD scientist explains the cold wave's cause and forecasts similar conditions for 48 hours. Discover the weather details.
Pune shivers as minimum temperatures drop, with Pashan at 7.7°C. IMD scientist explains the cold wave's cause and forecasts similar conditions for 48 hours. Read for details on affected areas and the science behind the chill.
Cachar administration enforces strict paddy procurement rules. Farmers must sell exclusively at notified centres at Minimum Support Price. Inter-district transport restricted. Read details.
Himachal Pradesh govt introduces Minimum Import Price on potassium clavulanate & intermediates till Nov 2026 to shield Indian API makers from cheap Chinese imports. Read details.
Karnataka's maize MSP scheme falters as farmers refuse to transport crop to distant Dharwad. State govt procures 7 lakh tonnes, but logistics undermine support price. Read the full report.
Kolkata's minimum temperature rose to 16.7°C on Thursday after days below 16°C. The Met office forecasts pleasant weather with no significant change. Read the full forecast details here.