68 h. ago "If System Was Unfair...": Deepinder Goyal On Gig Workers' Strike

Delivery platforms Zomato and Blinkit have achieved record delivery numbers on New Year's Eve, despite calls for strikes over the past few days, said their founder and Chief Executive Officer...

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3 d. ago "Demand For Fair Pay Is Just": Raghav Chadha's New Year's Eve With Gig Workers

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha member Raghav Chadha spent New Year's Eve with gig workers, who held a nationwide strike stressing their demands of fair pay, humane working conditions and social...

Economics

3 d. ago Gig Workers' Strike Call Fails To Chill New Year's Eve Delivery Rush

A section of gig workers on Wednesday stopped work demanding better pay and work conditions but the agitation had little impact on services on e-commerce and online food delivery platforms that saw...

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4 d. ago Zomato, Swiggy Hike Gig Workers' Payout Amid Strike Call On New Year's Eve

Food delivery platforms Zomato and Swiggy are offering more incentives to their delivery partners, a standard practice they follow on festive periods, to ensure minimal disruptions in services on New...

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4 d. ago Nationwide Gig Worker Strike Today: Zomato, Zepto, Swiggy Deliveries May Face Disruptions On New Year's Eve

Food and grocery deliveries may face delays today as gig workers stage a second nationwide strike on New Year's Eve.

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4 d. ago Nationwide Gig Worker Strike Today: What's Behind Protests At Zomato, Zepto, Swiggy On New Year's Eve?

Food and grocery deliveries may face delays today as gig workers stage a second nationwide strike on New Year's Eve.

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4 d. ago Gig Workers Strike On December 31: Potential Impact On New Year Celebrations

Gig workers across India plan a strike on December 31 over declining pay and job security, potentially disrupting New Year plans nationwide.

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4 d. ago Gig Workers Seek Govt Intervention For Fixed Minimum Pay, End To 10

The protesting gig workers' union plan to press ahead with their strike on Dec. 31, which could lead to chaos in deliveries on New Year's Eve.

Economics

7 d. ago Platform Vs Partner: Gig Workers' Strike To Disrupt New Year's Eve Surge

As India gears up for New Year's Eve celebrations, a nationwide strike by gig workers is set to disrupt one of the busiest sales days of the year for food delivery, quick commerce and e-commerce...

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7 d. ago Delivery Workers' Strike: Survey Highlights Low Wages, Other Challenges

Delivery workers are nothing short of a godsend for many in India's cities. They zip through heavy traffic, pollution, and harsh weather to bring hot food and groceries to consumers. But behind the...

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2 w. ago As India pushes drone deliveries, gig workers fear added insecurity

As India pushes drone deliveries, gig workers fear added insecurity  Nikkei Asia

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3 w. ago US Entrepreneur Impressed By India's Quick Delivery Platforms: "Blown Away"

His comments sparked wide discussion online, with many users in India expressing pride in the efficiency, while others raised concerns about the pressure and safety of gig workers.

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3 w. ago 4 Labour Codes Come Into Effect, Social Security Extended To All Workers

In a landmark overhaul of labour laws, the government on Friday notified all four Labour Codes, ushering in major reforms, including universal social security coverage for gig workers, and mandatory...

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