'You want me to quit? Sure': Gen-Z retail employee quit after boss said “work somewhere else,” triggering an 8-person walk-out over shady pay rulesA boss's dismissive attitude towards his young, female staff backfired spectacularly. When an employee challenged illegal practices, he thr...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.27 PM IST
Minimum wage, social security on the table as global gig work talks beginGlobal talks are underway for new rules on platform work. These standards will cover ride-hailing and delivery services. A key debate is mi...
01 Jun, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Mumbai maid asked 'Rs 10,000 per month for two hours': Kirti Kulhari’s comment on rising domestic help costs face backlash. Bollywood actors reactActress Kirti Kulhari's recent remarks about the cost of domestic help in Mumbai have sparked widespread discussion. She expressed surprise...
30 May, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
ATM cash loaders demand more money to cover increasing expensesCash logistics firms are urging banks for higher ATM replenishment fees due to escalating operational costs. Soaring fuel prices and increa...
27 May, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Taxes and Trump leave UK in a worse state than Starmer found itBritain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a tough economic climate. Inflation is rising, and living standards are not improving. Economic...
17 May, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
Soaring inflation and plummeting economy test Iran's ability to withstand war and US blockadeIran faces severe economic hardship due to war and US sanctions. Prices for essentials like food and medicine have surged. Job losses and b...
13 May, 2026, 09.46 AM IST
The US is tightening H-1B visas. Its economy may pay the priceA wave of legislative proposals in Washington targets the H-1B visa program and the broader immigration pipeline for skilled workers. Bills...
11 May, 2026, 11.29 PM IST
Trump wants to make H-1B workers more expensive for US employersA Trump administration proposal would significantly increase H-1B visa minimum salaries, requiring entry-level software engineers in San Fr...
08 May, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
Wars, recessions, political crises, market crashes. Warren Buffett’s advice on each of themWarren Buffett made a prediction in the mid-1990s he knew would come true: Berkshire Hathaway's future returns would fall short compared to...
07 May, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
Georgia $500 rebate checks 2026: Who qualifies, payment dates & full details explainedGeorgia is sending rebate checks up to $500 to eligible taxpayers after a big budget surplus. Payments started in May 2026 and will continu...
06 May, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
Textile exporters hit by double whammy as LPG price hike squeezes margins and global buyers demand discountsWith commercial LPG prices on the rise, Indian textile exporters in Tiruppur and Noida are feeling the financial pinch. As they struggle to...
06 May, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
Indian truck driver’s account exposes tough work conditions in Europe, ignites debate on life abroadA Reddit user detailed the arduous reality of trucking and warehouse jobs in Europe, emphasizing continuous physical strain and minimal res...
02 May, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
US: North Carolina labour official backs federal rule to hike H-1B wagesNorth Carolina's top labour official, Luke Farley, backs a federal plan to raise wages for foreign workers on H-1B and similar visas. Farle...
29 Apr, 2026, 10.26 AM IST
U.S. minimum wage increase 2026: Why do some states pay $17.95 while others stay at $7.25 and who benefits most in May?The U.S. minimum wage increase 2026 reveals a stark reality. Pay varies sharply by state. The federal rate still stands at $7.25. That numb...
28 Apr, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
Bill for 3-year pause on H-1B visas introduced in US CongressUS Republican lawmakers propose a three-year pause on the H-1B visa program. The proposed End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026 aims to reform th...
25 Apr, 2026, 10.03 AM IST
High minimum wages in India slows down formal job creation: FEDThe Foundation for Economic Development (FED), in its report released on Thursday, said workers should be allowed to freely negotiate their...
23 Apr, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Huge payday alert: New wage rule from April 24 set to change what US workers take homeUS workers wage rule April 24 2026 brings a sharp 14% pay jump as minimum wage rises from $10.50 to $12 in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This fr...
18 Apr, 2026, 02.01 AM IST