Gig Workforce: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Jul 2026

EPFO

EPFO Plans Universal PF Scheme for Gig Workers and Self-Employed People

Jul 20, 2026

Indias Internet Gig Workforce by How Big Will It Be?

Indias internet-enabled gig workforce is expected to grow from more than million monthly ac...

Survey & Report

Jul 20, 2026

Indias Internet Gig Workforce by How Big Will It Be?

Graduates Join the Gig Wave as Logistics Hiring Explodes

Indias blue-collar gig economy witnessed an unprecedented year-on-year surge in hiring in ,...

Hiring

Jun 21, 2025

E Shram Massive Perks for Gig WorkersApply Today!

Government of India has launched the E Shram Gig Workers Online Application , aiming to provide ...

Labour Law

Jun 7, 2025

E Shram Massive Perks for Gig WorkersApply Today!

Future of Work

HR Strategies for Managing a Gig Workforce in 2025

The gig workforce has grown exponentially over the past decade, fueled by advancements in technology, shifting workforce preferences, and the increasing demand for agility in business operations. This global trend holds significant implications for India, where the labor force comprises millions of individuals. A considerable portion of this workforce belongs to the youngest generation, who […]

Jan 6, 2025

Press Release

UAN for Gig Workers; GOI Pushes for e-Shram Portal Registration

In a significant step toward enhancing social security coverage for gig and platform workers, the Ministry of Labour & Employment has launched an initiative to encourage platform aggregators to register their gig workers on the e-Shram portal. This move is crucial for ensuring workers’ access to welfare schemes while also facilitating the creation of a […]

Sep 18, 2024

Hiring

India’s Gig Economy Flourishes Ahead of Festivals; 20% Surge

As the festive season approaches, businesses in India are gearing up for increased consumer demand flourishing gig economy. One notable trend is the surge in gig hiring, with companies across various sectors looking to bolster their workforce. According to data from job site Indeed, seasonal hiring is projected to rise by 20% compared to last […]

Sep 6, 2024

Press Release

eShram Portal: A Gateway to Social Security for Gig Workers

In a significant development aimed at safeguarding the welfare of gig workers and platform workers, the Government of India, under the leadership of Union Minister for Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, is actively exploring avenues to extend social security benefits to this crucial segment of our workforce. The Minister’s commitment to their well-being underscores […]

Sep 2, 2024

Employment

India’s Gig Economy to expand to 2.35 cr by 2029-30

The gig economy where work transcends traditional employer-employee relationships is seeing massive growth. In India, with its half-a-billion-strong labor force and a tech-savvy, smartphone-wielding population, the gig economy is not just a trend; it’s a seismic shift. The Gig Economy in Numbers Factors Driving the Gig Economy The rise of this work owes much to […]

Jul 22, 2024

Industry

PickMyWork has onboarded over 8 lakh gig workers

India’s largest digital distribution network for Internet Companies, PickMyWork has onboarded over 8 lakh gig workers fostering employment opportunities. The company is at the forefront of the digital gig economy and has announced its ambitious plan, which includes expanding its operations to over 20 states across India. Commenting about the development, Vidyarthi Baddireddy, Co-funder and CEO, PickMyWork, […]

Oct 10, 2023

Industry

Over 9 million jobs to be added by 2025 by GIG workforce: India

Home delivery, vehicle repair, and cab driving are some of the most demanded GIG workforces by employers. Above 9 million workforces to be added by 2025 as GIG workers who are mainly online platform workers, and on-call workers. Employers show high demand for the GIG workforce due to market disruption caused by digitalization and therefore […]

Dec 10, 2022

Talent Management

How the Gig Economy is Shifting into B2B

Recent research by the University of Hertfordshire indicates that 4.4 million people in England and Wales work for gig economy platforms at least once a week. As the world embraces remote working in the post-pandemic era, more businesses are rethinking the way they source talent. While gig work is often associated with the B2C world, […]

Dec 6, 2022

Future of Work

Is the Gig Model a Win-Win Solution in Changing Work Culture?

The gig economy or gig model is a free-market system that enables organizations to hire independent workers for temporary positions or short-term work commitments. It includes all kinds of work arrangements like consultants, freelancers, third-party teams/networks, temporary contract workers, independent contractors, and domain-specific professionals. Traditionally, the gig economy was most functional in digitally enabled jobs. […]

Dec 5, 2022