The Indian government has asked all quick-commerce platforms to stop promoting “10-minute delivery” services, citing growing concerns over the safety and working conditions of gig economy workers. The move follows recent nationwide protests by delivery riders demanding safer work environments and fairer pay. Sources familiar with the discussions said the…
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Union Minister Inaugurates Labour Codes Meet
Jaipur, 14 January 2026: Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, inaugurated a two-day Regional Conference of Labour & Employment and Industry Secretaries of States/UTs today in Jaipur. The conference aims to facilitate effective implementation of the four Labour Codes and deliberates on schemes such as…
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Union Labour Minister Inaugurates Regional Conference on Labour Codes
Goa, 7 January 2026: Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, virtually inaugurated a two-day Regional Level Conference in Goa. The event marks the first in a series of six regional conferences planned across India to facilitate the effective implementation of the four…
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“Piyush Goyal Pushes for Business Reforms”
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal addressed the National Conference of Trade Leaders on Tuesday, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthen the ease of doing business while ensuring the welfare of workers. Speaking at the conference, he highlighted recent policy reforms designed to simplify compliance, boost entrepreneurship…