National Social Security Board for Gig Workers Soon

Maharashtra's Labour Minister announces the imminent formation of a National Social Security Board for gig workers, aiming to provide welfare benefits and address challenges in the unorganized sector.

Onion Price Crash Below Rs 1,000 Hits Lasalgaon Farmers

Wholesale onion prices at Lasalgaon APMC have plunged below Rs 1,000 per quintal, causing severe losses for farmers as costs exceed Rs 1,800. Minister Bhujbal seeks Rs 500 per quintal grant and long-term policy to stabilize prices.

UAE March 2026 Fuel Prices: Geopolitics Threaten Relief

As UAE motorists await March 2026 fuel price announcements, global oil markets show mixed signals. February brought price cuts, but rising crude due to US-Iran tensions could reverse this trend, with analysts noting a significant geopolitical risk premium

RailParcel Pilot Launched by Indian Railways in 7 Cities

Indian Railways has initiated the RailParcel pilot project across seven cities in the South Central Railway zone, integrating ROQIT's digital platform and ETO Motors' electric logistics for efficient, sustainable parcel handling.

Block Cuts 4,000 Jobs in AI-Driven Restructuring

Jack Dorsey's Block announces massive layoffs affecting 4,000 employees, citing AI transformation. One employee learned of his job loss while interviewing a candidate, highlighting the human impact of tech industry shifts.

Coworking Spaces Transform India's Workplace Landscape

India's workplace sector is undergoing a dramatic transformation as flexible workspaces and coworking environments redefine office culture. Driven by enterprises, GCCs, and changing work patterns, these spaces are becoming key investment opportunities whi

Barmer Oil Leak Plugged, Source Unknown

The crude oil leak in a farmer's field in Barmer district was stopped after five days, though Cairn Vedanta has not identified the source or cause, with production affected by 5,000 barrels.

Ahmedabad Railway Transports 3 Lakh Cars, Cuts Emissions

The Western Railway's Ahmedabad Division transported over 3 lakh cars from April 2025 to January, marking a 24% rail share in vehicle logistics. The Hansalpur project enabled this growth, reducing carbon emissions by 1.7 lakh tonnes.

India Revises National Accounts Base Year to 2022-23

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has updated India's national accounts base year to 2022-23, replacing the 2011-12 series. This revision incorporates GST, PFMS, and e-Vahan data, introduces double deflation, and uses annual surveys

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