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Scorching sun or floods, nothing stopped Mumbai’s dabbawalas. And then came Covid-19.For the first time in its 130-year-old history, Mumbai's dabbawalas have had to shut their operations and face an uncertain future.23 May, 2021, 10.34 AM IST- Promisewala Dabba: HDFC Life launches crowdfunding initiative for the Dabbawalas of MumbaiWith rail transport at a standstill in Mumbai as well as shut down of commercial workplaces, the Dabbawalas were forced to retreat to their...01 Dec, 2020, 04.11 PM IST
- Mumbai's famous dabbawalas and consulates staff can now travel in local trainsDabbawalas, the famous lunch-box carriers in Mumbai, last month said there was never a six-month break in the "130 -year-old history of the...07 Oct, 2020, 12.48 PM IST
- Ensure no fare hike in rail luggage passes: Dabbawalas to govtAhead of the presentation of the Union budget, the Mumbai Dabbawala Association on Friday said the Centre should ensure that there is no in...31 Jan, 2020, 11.39 AM IST
- Dabbawalas, Mumbaikars give food to protesting farmersDabbawalas, the tiffin-carriers known for their efficient delivery service, provided food to the protesters as a part of their 'roti-bank' ...12 Mar, 2018, 04.16 PM IST
- Dabbawalas, Mumbaikars provide food to protesting farmersSubhash Talekar, the spokesperson of Mumbai Dabbawala Association, said, "We thought about helping the farmers with food as they are our fo...12 Mar, 2018, 03.10 PM IST
- Mumbai's dabbawalas challenge Subodh Sangle who said the group plans to set up a delivery companyMembers of the largely Marathi-speaking grouping have challenged Sangle’s authority and issued a notice for him to step down.26 Jan, 2016, 05.51 AM IST
- Mast Kalandar owner Spring Leaf Retail investing in delivery only kitchens to boost MK DabbawalaMK Dabbawala, which was launched in April, sells ethnic Indian cuisine on a daily changing menu and contributes about a quarter of company’...25 Dec, 2015, 11.05 AM IST
- Zespri International ties up with Mumbai dabbawalasZespri International has tied up with Mumbai’s dabbawalas for sampling and selling a new variant of the fruit in India, the company said.27 Aug, 2015, 05.32 PM IST
- Food aggregator Swiggy takes dabbawalas’ help to train its delivery staff"The dabbawalas are something that you immediately identify with when it comes to food delivery in Mumbai," said Nandan Reddy, cofounder, S...15 Jul, 2015, 05.47 AM IST
- Dabbawalas pledge to work for PM Modi's Clean India mission"When the PM nominates common people like us to take part in his campaign, it is a matter of honour for us," head of Mumbai Dabbawala Assoc...05 Jan, 2015, 03.11 PM IST
- Dabbawalas do their bit to deliver a clean MumbaiPM Narendra Modi yesterday nominated dabbawalas, among others, to take taking forward the "Clean India" mission, launched with much fanfare...26 Dec, 2014, 09.47 PM IST
- Maharashtra polls: Mumbai dabbawalas announce support for Shiv SenaThe city's 5,000 dabbawalas have announced their support for the Shiv Sena and the party has been using them in their campaigning.15 Oct, 2014, 04.08 AM IST
- Jan Lokpal bill: Mumbai's dabbawalas take a break for Anna Hazare, join protestFor the first time in their 120-year-old history, Mumbai's famous dabbawalas took a break to support Anna Hazare in his fight against corru...22 Aug, 2011, 10.13 AM IST
- Dabbawalas double up as MF distributorsThe extensive network of 'dabbawalas', who supply lunch to thousands of Mumbaikars daily, doubled up as salesmen for UTI Mutual Fund for th...12 Nov, 2008, 08.08 PM IST
- Dabbawalas turn business facilitatorsThe dabbawalas work with Corporation Bank by providing their customers with details about the products and services. Dabbawala's business f...14 Oct, 2007, 03.47 PM IST
- Dabbawalas to give HR mantrasMumbai’s famed dabbawalas will teach professionals and HR students some management mantras of teamwork.28 Aug, 2006, 02.21 AM IST
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