Workers
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Noida workers protest: Wage hike, weekly offs discussed in UP panel meet; more rounds of talks ahead
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 14, 2026, 07:44 AM ISTNoida workers raised strong demands for higher wages, weekly offs, and better working conditions during a key meeting with a UP government panel. The government has assured dialogue and further discussions in the coming days.
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Workers' salary hike protest in Noida turns violent; vehicles overturned, stones pelted | VIDEO
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 13, 2026, 11:45 AM ISTIn Noida’s Phase 2, company employees staged a violent protest demanding a salary hike. The unrest, now in its fourth day, saw police vehicles overturned, stones thrown, and property damaged. Heavy police deployment is in place to control the situation.
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Hyderabad HYDRA DRF's midnight heroics: 9 workers saved from crocodile-infested Mir Alam reservoir
Telangana | Jan 26, 2026, 10:15 AM ISTHyderabad: HYDRA Station Fire Officer Jameel and Rescue Team In-Charge Swami quickly reached out to the stranded workers, easing their panic with steadfast assurances: "We'll launch a boat and pull you to safety, whatever the hour."
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MP construction workers welfare board launches social media platforms for easy access to updates
Madhya Pradesh | Dec 01, 2025, 07:15 PM ISTTo help even uneducated or less literate workers understand welfare schemes, the Board will use short videos, reels, and AI-generated content in simple language. This will make it easier for labourers to know about schemes related to education, health, safety, and financial assistance.
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Bihar Elections: Congress faces internal turmoil over ticket distribution; grassroot workers protest
Bihar | Oct 18, 2025, 08:08 PM ISTDisgruntled leaders have accused the state leadership of flawed decisions and claimed the party is influenced by a few personal agents. This conflict threatens Congress’s position within the Mahagathbandhan alliance as the elections approach.
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Delhi toxic gas incident: One sanitation worker dead, three hospitalised in Ashok Vihar area
Delhi | Sep 17, 2025, 10:57 AM ISTDelhi: While Arvind succumbed to the toxic gas exposure immediately at the site, the other three workers were rushed to the hospital in serious condition due to inhaling the poisonous fumes.
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How desk workers can manage diabetes better with simple daily changes
Health | Sep 03, 2025, 02:14 PM ISTLong desk hours can raise diabetes risk, but small changes matter. Learn expert-approved tips for daily management, from movement to meals and stress relief.
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Los Angeles: 31 workers rescued after tunnel collapse at construction site in Wilmington area
World | Jul 10, 2025, 12:13 PM ISTUnited States: LAFD reported that the collapse occurred nearly six miles (10 km) from the tunnel’s only access point, complicating rescue efforts. Over 100 emergency responders were deployed to the scene to assist in the operation.
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Tamil Nadu: 4 workers killed in landslide in Sivaganga, CM Stalin Announces ex-gratia for families
Chennai | May 20, 2025, 06:47 PM ISTFour workers died and one was injured in a landslide at a Sivaganga stone quarry in Tamil Nadu; CM Stalin announced ex-gratia for victims' families and ordered a safety probe.
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13 workers hospitalised after hazardous chemical leak at Palghar factory
Maharashtra | May 18, 2025, 07:34 PM ISTThe incident occurred around 3 am at a unit located in Boisar’s Tarapur MIDC area, said Vivekanand Kadam, chief of the District Disaster Management Cell.
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Chhattisgarh: Two workers allegedly tortured by employer with electric shocks, nail pulling in Korba
chhattisgarh | Apr 19, 2025, 08:00 PM ISTThe two victims managed to escape and reach their native place in Bhilwara. They lodged a complaint at Gulabpura police station.
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Delhi govt increases minimum wages of all workers | Check revised salary here
Delhi | Apr 15, 2025, 07:56 PM ISTThe government says that this increase has been made keeping in mind inflation, which will provide financial relief to the workers.
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US Judge blocks Trump's mass firing of federal workers: 'Has no authority'
World | Feb 28, 2025, 10:56 AM ISTA federal judge in the US has ordered the Trump administration to halt its decision on mass firings in US.
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Telangana: Three workers killed, 1 injured in tragic collapse during excavation at construction site
Hyderabad | Feb 05, 2025, 09:00 PM ISTThree workers were killed and one injured in Hyderabad when soil erosion during cellar excavation led to a fatal collapse at an under-construction site, with authorities holding the developer accountable for safety violations.
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Jharkhand govt brings 11 stranded workers back from Cameroon, efforts underway for remaining 36
Jharkhand | Dec 29, 2024, 11:06 PM ISTThe Jharkhand government has successfully brought 11 of the 47 stranded workers from Cameroon and is working to ensure the safe return of the remaining 36.
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Four workers die after inhaling toxic gas at chemical plant in Gujarat's Bharuch
Gujarat | Dec 29, 2024, 12:28 PM ISTThe four workers became unconscious after inhaling the toxic fume and were rushed to the hospital, however, all of them succumbed while undergoing treatment.
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Iceland's four-day working week trials gain BIG success; no burnout complaints, workers voice happin
Lifestyle | Oct 26, 2024, 12:56 PM ISTIceland's trial of a four-day working week has yielded remarkable results, with no complaints of burnout and widespread reports of increased worker happiness. The trial's success has sparked interest in adopting shorter workweeks to improve work-life balance and overall well-being.
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Pune: 17 workers hospitalised after gas leak at food processing unit in Yavat
Maharashtra | Aug 08, 2024, 10:12 AM ISTAccording to police, an investigation is underway on the gas leak. They said the reason behind the gas leak incident is yet to be ascertained. All workers are out of danger now, the officials said.
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Three maintenance workers die after drowning in sewage treatment plant at Greater Noida IT firm
Uttar Pradesh | Jun 24, 2024, 11:26 PM ISTThe police control room received an alert call in the evening about the incident that took place in the campus of Coforge, formerly known as NIIT, in the Techzone area. All three had reported for duty in the morning and during work, fell into the STP tank and drowned.
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'Sick and disgusting': Chinese manager beats African workers, sparks debate on racism | VIDEO
World | May 04, 2024, 12:31 PM ISTThe Chinese employer was seen yelling at the African workers in the video and beating them with a whip as they covered their heads to avoid any serious injury. This is not the first time China has been reported to ill-treat African workers, and the latest occurrence has sparked a debate on racism.