Vandana Vasudevan's OTP Please! uncovers the emotional realities of gig economy participants across South Asia. Discover how buyers, workers and platforms mirror each other in surprising ways.
Karnataka government proposes formal contracts, minimum wage up to ₹20,112 for domestic workers. New bill mandates registration, welfare benefits and penalties for violations.
27 garbage collection workers in Vadodara drove away 7 vehicles to Madhya Pradesh after 8 months without pay. The labor dispute highlights contractor payment issues in municipal services.
Indian labour unions joined the global 'Make Amazon Pay' movement on Black Friday, demanding better rights for gig workers despite new labour codes offering social security benefits.
Actress Rasika Dugal visited Delhi's GB Road red-light area, meeting sex workers and children at Kat-Katha NGO. The experience made her acutely aware of privilege and trafficking issues explored in Delhi Crime Season 3.
Nine Bengali-speaking migrant workers from West Bengal detained by Odisha police for verification of Bangladeshi links despite having valid ID documents. Bhadrak SP confirms investigation ongoing.
Maharashtra police raided a cattle shed in Jalna district, arresting two for illegal sex determination tests and abortions. Equipment seized in ongoing crackdown on gender-based crimes.
Election Commission addresses voter registration concerns for Sonagachi sex workers with special camp. Learn how this initiative helps overcome SIR documentation challenges.
Sukma district administration distributes high-end 5G smartphones to 25 former Maoists for digital empowerment and mainstream integration under Chhattisgarh's rehabilitation policy.
Donald Trump declares support for foreign workers, acknowledging MAGA won't like it. The policy shift aims to address US labor shortages in chip manufacturing. Read the full analysis.
Over 5000 sanitation workers in Jaipur launch immediate strike while Ajmer and Bhilwara prepare to join. Workers demand regularization, promotions and overtime payments. JMC officials promise discussion.
Jaipur sanitation workers suspended their 4-day hunger strike due to health concerns but announced complete work boycott starting Tuesday. Read about their demands and protest escalation.
In Delhi's Karawal Nagar, women crack almonds in hazardous conditions, earning barely ₹3/kg. Despite a 2024 protest, their plight continues. Discover their untold story.
India's new labour codes bring timely wages, equal pay, health checkups and social security for gig workers. Learn how these reforms impact employees and employers across sectors.
India's 7.7 million gig workers finally receive formal social security benefits including insurance, pensions, and accident coverage through new government initiatives.
Indian government consolidates 29 labour laws into 4 codes, bringing sweeping changes for fixed-term, gig, women workers and more. Learn how this impacts employees across sectors.
India launches a social security fund for gig workers, requiring platforms like Amazon and Zomato to contribute. Workers gain health, accident insurance & portable benefits. A landmark move for 2.35 crore workers.
Sex workers in Kolkata's Sonagachi write to West Bengal CEO seeking relief from SIR 2.0 enumeration process. Women share heartbreaking stories of documentation barriers affecting voting rights.
US court orders December release of Jeffrey Epstein documents containing names of associates. Learn what the unsealed files reveal about the sex trafficking case.
Haryana's plan to limit gynaecologists to two MTP centres faces backlash. Doctors warn it violates the MTP Act, restricts safe abortion access, and could boost illegal quack clinics, risking women's health.
Transgender activist Akkai Padmashali launches groundbreaking book documenting sex workers' struggles and resilience. Read this powerful narrative of marginalized voices.
Karnataka Development Authority urges government to publish domestic workers bill draft in Kannada. Workers' unions welcome the initiative but highlight significant gaps in the proposed legislation.
Karnataka's new domestic workers' legislation faces criticism for missing voices and weak compliance mechanisms. Learn how this impacts workers' rights and what needs improvement.
Jharkhand government increases honorarium for Sahiya workers by Rs 2,000, benefiting over 42,000 health workers. Learn how this investment strengthens grassroots healthcare.
Donald Trump continues facing scrutiny over Jeffrey Epstein ties as documents keep the controversy alive. Discover how this story impacts his political future.
The US House overwhelmingly approved releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, overcoming Trump's resistance. Survivors demand accountability as bill heads to Senate. Full transparency sought.
The US House of Representatives prepares for crucial vote to release sealed Jeffrey Epstein documents. Bipartisan effort aims to uncover truth behind infamous sex trafficking case. Follow developments.
Odisha government launches comprehensive 30-day survey to identify children with disabilities aged 0-6 years across all 30 districts for early intervention and rehabilitation.
New Zealand's Supreme Court has ruled Uber drivers are employees, not contractors. This landmark decision paves the way for collective bargaining and full employment rights. Read more!
Delhi Police uncovered a sex trafficking ring operating from a South Delhi spa center. One arrest made, multiple victims rescued in ongoing investigation.