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Delhi: Ride-hailing app-based transport workers protest at Jantar Mantar,
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
During the protest, Telangana GIG and Platform Workers Union Founder President Shaik Salauddin said the union had written to Union Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari with two key demands. These include the withdrawal of guidelines that allow private vehicles to be used for commercial purposes
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Delhi: Gig workers' delegation meets Rahul Gandhi, asserts need for legisl
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
A delegation of transport and delivery gig workers met the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, to discuss the need for legislation from the Centre and implementations of regulations in Congress-ruled states, the Telangana Gig And Platform Workers Union's Founder President sai
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App-based transport workers call All-India breakdown on Feb 7
Updated : 1 week, 3 days ago IST
The nationwide protest will involve drivers and delivery workers associated with major platforms, including Ola, Uber, Rapido, Porter, and other app-based transport services.
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Economic Survey 2025-26 flags labour market progress, poverty reduction an
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
The survey notes that recent labour market indicators indicate improving employment conditions, driven by ongoing structural reforms. Monthly data from the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) show a largely stable labour market with seasonal variations, while quarterly averages indicate a
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Delhi's Labour Code rules should be aligned with Central rules to ensure m
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Delhi's Labour Minister, Kapil Mishra, on Friday directed that the process of bringing unorganised workers, gig and platform workers, and construction workers under the ambit of social security be expedited, and that the rules be aligned with those of the Central Government.
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10-minute delivery increasing pressure on gig workers, Centre must step in
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Telangana Labour Minister Vivek Venkatswamy on Wednesday highlighted growing concerns among gig and platform workers about payment delays, working conditions, and social security, stressing the need for structured dialogue among stakeholders.
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Gig Workers Union President demands removal of 10-minute delivery option a
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) President, Shaik Salauddin, called for the removal of the 10-minute delivery option from all platforms and the reinstatement of the previous payout structure, ahead of the nationwide gig workers' strike, which is going to take place on
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Telangana Gig Workers Union offers free rides to prevent drunken driving d
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
In the interest of public safety during the New Year celebrations, the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers' Union (TGPWU) has announced free transportation services for individuals who may be unable to return home safely after consuming alcohol.
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What happened on 25th was just trailer; real picture will be seen tomorrow
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Shaikh Salauddin, President of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) and a key leader in the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT), on Tuesday said that gig workers across the country are prepared for a nationwide strike on December 31 to protest against u
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Raghav Chadha speaks for gig workers in Parliament, seeks dignity, protect
Updated : 3 months, 2 weeks ago IST
AAP Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha has spoken about the "pain and misery" of India's gig workers who work under tremendous pressure and at times harsh weather conditions.
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New Labour Codes boost worker benefits, give gig workers legal recognition
Updated : 4 months ago IST
India's new Labour Codes, aimed at replacing 29 existing labour laws, are expected to significantly improve worker welfare while extending formal protections to gig and platform workers for the first time. The four Codes introduce uniform wage rules, stronger safety standards and simplifi
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Gig workers to be covered under Ayushman Bharat, preparations for scheme r
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Gig workers and their families will be covered under Ayushman Bharat and will get health coverage of Rs 5 lakh. Preparations to provide the benefits of Ayushman Bharat to gig and platform workers are almost complete, Sumita Dawra, Secretary, Labour and Employment Ministry, told ANI in an exc
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