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Updated on: Mar 2026
Ghost Addresses and Fake IDs The Hidden Risks in Indias Gig Economy Hiring
Industry

Ghost Addresses and Fake IDs The Hidden Risks in Indias Gig Economy Hiring

Mar 24, 2026

Gig Workers to Get Insurance and Pension Under New Rules

Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje informed the Rajya Sabha today that th...

Labour Law
Jan 30, 2026
Gig Workers to Get Insurance and Pension Under New Rules

Gig Workers Strike Ignites Debate Over -Minute Delivery Models

A nationwide strike by app-based delivery partners on December , , has reignited a fierce deba...

Strike
Jan 3, 2026
Gig Workers Strike Ignites Debate Over -Minute Delivery Models

AAP MP Calls for Scrapping of -Minute Delivery Model

Aam Aadmi Party AAP MP Raghav Chadha has ignited a national debate on the ethics of quick commerce...

Industry
Dec 8, 2025
AAP MP Calls for Scrapping of -Minute Delivery Model
Gig Workers Lodge Complaints Against Hyderabad Tech Firm
Labour Law

Gig Workers Lodge Complaints Against Hyderabad Tech Firm

A significant labor dispute is escalating in Hyderabad, where a collective of gig workers has lodged formal complaints against a major app-based service provider, citing what they describe as “exploitative conditions.” The company, which operates primarily in the tech sector, is accused of unilaterally modifying pay structures, imposing excessive working hours, and lacking basic social […]

Dec 6, 2025
Gig Workers Gain Social Security as India Finalizes Labour Codes
Labour Law

Gig Workers Gain Social Security as India Finalizes Labour Codes

India is poised for one of its most profound labor market transformations in decades, with the Central Government signaling that the four unified Labour Codes are highly likely to become fully operational nationwide from April 1st. This move, which consolidates 29 fragmented central labor laws, aims to simplify regulatory compliance, enhance workers’ welfare, and promote […]

Dec 4, 2025
Gig Workers Demand Policy Reform as Bengaluru Bans Bike Taxis
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Gig Workers Demand Policy Reform as Bengaluru Bans Bike Taxis

Karnataka High Court’s decision to ban bike taxis services has triggered a livelihood crisis for over one lakh gig workers, particularly in Bengaluru. The ruling, which prohibits two-wheelers with white license plates from operating commercially, has led to massive protests from riders and aggregators such as Rapido, Ola, and Uber Moto. The Namma Bike Taxi […]

Jun 18, 2025
E Shram 2025: Massive Perks for Gig Workers—Apply Today!
Labour Law

E Shram 2025: Massive Perks for Gig Workers—Apply Today!

Government of India has launched the E Shram Gig Workers Online Application 2025, aiming to provide financial and social security benefits to gig workers across the country. The initiative, overseen by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, seeks to recognize and support workers in the unorganized sector, ensuring they receive health insurance, identity cards, and […]

Jun 7, 2025
Tech Mahindra Partners with Airtm to Empower Gig Workers
Partnership

Tech Mahindra Partners with Airtm to Empower Gig Workers

Tech Mahindra, a leading global provider of technology consulting and digital solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Airtm, a leading digital payment platform. This collaboration aims to drive global transformation for gig workers by enhancing payment capabilities. It also aims to provide access to top global talent through Tech Mahindra’s crowdsourcing platform, Populii. The […]

Feb 15, 2025
Ecommerce Firms Step Up for Delivery Partner Health and Safety
Industry

Ecommerce Firms Step Up for Delivery Partner Health and Safety

Ecommerce companies in India are stepping up their commitment to the health and well-being of their delivery partners to drive not just better performance but an improved quality of life. This move comes in response to the government’s recent announcement to extend healthcare benefits to gig workers under the PM Jan Arogya Yojana scheme. During […]

Feb 10, 2025
EPFO to Extend Pension Benefits to Gig and Platform Workers
EPFO

EPFO to Extend Pension Benefits to Gig and Platform Workers

Ministry of Labour and Employment is set to introduce a policy granting pension benefits to gig and platform workers through the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). This initiative aims to provide financial security for gig workers, recognizing their significant contribution to the services economy. Gig workers, including those working for platforms like Ola, Uber, Swiggy, […]

Feb 8, 2025
Gig Workers Celebrate Health Insurance and ID Card Benefits
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Gig Workers Celebrate Health Insurance and ID Card Benefits

To improve the welfare of India’s growing gig economy, the government has announced plans to provide health cover and identity cards to gig workers. This new initiative has been hailed by workers across the country, who have long faced challenges related to job security, health benefits, and social security. Gig workers, ranging from delivery personnel […]

Feb 4, 2025
Tech Workers on the Bench; Coping with Project Downturns
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Tech Workers on the Bench; Coping with Project Downturns

In the ever-evolving tech industry, where agility and innovation drive success, a new challenge looms for tech workers: the bench. The bench refers to employees who find themselves without active projects—whether due to project delays, reduced demand, or organizational shifts. As projects thin out, tech professionals face uncertainty, career anxiety, and questions about their future. […]

Sep 2, 2024