Rahul Gandhi calls out ‘fascists’ at Bharat Summit, launches Telangana gig workers’ welfare schemeAddressing the Bharat Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, Gandhi hit out at what he termed "fascists" in business, academia, and politics, asserting ...
14 Nov, 2026, 05.48 PM IST
Telangana to provide gig workers Rs 5 lakh accident cover, Rs 10 lakh health insurance: Rahul GandhiTelangana has announced a new welfare scheme aimed at supporting gig workers in the state. The initiative includes accident insurance amoun...
14 Nov, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
Congress believes in making workers partners, will stand by gig workers: Rahul Gandhi in HyderabadCongress and Telangana government have launched the Gig Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Scheme in Hyderabad. Leader of Opposition Rahu...
14 Nov, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
MeitY examines data collection by home services platforms for physical AI trainingThe consultation comes amid growing interest among AI and robotics developers in first-person video and sensor data, which can help train m...
12 Nov, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
MeitY probes physical AI data use; Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resignsMeitY is reviewing the practice of collecting first-person video and sensor data from gig workers to train physical AI models. This and mor...
12 Nov, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
US proposes tougher H-1B visa extension scrutiny and over 2 lakh foreign worker petitions could be affected annuallyThe US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed removing a rule that requires immigration officers to give weight to previous app...
12 Nov, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
Sonia Gandhi's life to be made into a Telugu film? Congress leader Jagga Reddy announces plans based on her autobiography Belonging: A Journey of Love. Here's what we knowThe autobiography of Sonia Gandhi has made its global debut on November 10. Recently, Congress leader Jagga Reddy unveiled ambitions to ada...
12 Nov, 2026, 12.02 PM IST
US H-1B grace period proposal draws 31,383 comments as job-loss concerns growA Trump administration proposal to eliminate the 60-day grace period that allows laid-off H-1B visa holders to find new jobs in the United ...
11 Nov, 2026, 09.56 AM IST
From free internet upgrades to sneakers: The brands cashing in on GTA 6 before it even launchesGrand Theft Auto VI is set for release on November 19, 2026, and pre-loading begins on November 10. Internet providers like Spectrum and Xf...
10 Nov, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
France eases job-loss rules for foreign workers, cuts residence permit processing timeFrance has introduced significant immigration changes from October 30, 2026, giving foreign workers more time to find new jobs after unempl...
10 Nov, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
Lenskart, Nykaa, PhysicsWallah see Q2 profits surgeNew-age companies Nykaa, Lenskart, and PhysicsWallah reported strong numbers for the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top...
04 Nov, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
Gig workers may get social security benefits through 2% transaction levy on businessesThe government is considering implementing a 2% transaction-based levy on aggregators to support social security for gig workers. This levy...
04 Nov, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
ETtech Explainer: Food delivery, ride-hailing firms differ on gig worker welfare levy calculationFood delivery and quick-commerce companies such as Zomato and Swiggy are seeking a levy based on the value of transactions facilitated thro...
04 Nov, 2026, 09.02 AM IST
Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nodHappy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispat...
04 Nov, 2026, 07.29 AM IST
Centre sets up social security board to frame welfare schemes for gig workersIn a significant move, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has initiated the National Social Security Board, designed to improve welfare ...
02 Nov, 2026, 08.19 PM IST
Amit Shah offers prayers at Bhagya Laxmi temple in Hyderabad ahead of BJP's 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' padyatraAmit Shah visited the Sri Bhagya Laxmi Mata temple in Hyderabad and offered prayers. He is participating in the BJP's nationwide campaign t...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
Gig workers get a seat at the table as Centre notifies social security boardsThe Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the National Social Security Board for unorganised workers and gig workers. This board w...
30 Oct, 2026, 12.16 PM IST