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World's first gig economy treaty adopted at the United Nation's ILOA historic international agreement has been adopted at the UN's International Labour Organization. This landmark convention aims to extend ...- ET Alpha Wealth Summit | We are in Sankat Kaal, and in this Sagar Manthan, our job is to look for the next generation of winners: Saurabh MukherjeaIndia's economic future lies with manufacturing exporters, not consumer companies. Saurabh Mukherjea predicts this shift will drive earning...
- 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...
- Will appeal to govt for a nationwide gig workers' law, like those in Karnataka, Telangana: Uday Bhanu ChibThe Indian Youth Congress held a conclave for gig workers. They highlighted the challenges faced by millions of delivery workers. These wor...
- The world is becoming training data for AI, for which everyone is unprotectedPronto, a home services startup, is facing criticism for using body-camera footage from workers inside customers’ homes to train AI and rob...
- Swiggy CEO on failed shareholder vote; Indian firms brace for MythosHappy Thursday! Swiggy group CEO Sriharsha Majety opened up about the recent hitch to become an Indian-owned company. This and more in toda...
- Quote of the Day by co-author of The Communist Manifesto Karl Marx: “We should not say that one man's hour is worth another man's hour, but rather… – Powerful life lessons on inequality, time, labor and why you are known by the work you do, not the time you spend by the renowned German philosopher known for MarxismQuote of the Day by Karl Marx: Karl Marx quote challenges the way human worth is measured in relation to time and labor. He states, “We sho...
- Fuelled by lending boom, DPDzero bets big on AI-led debt recoveryAs India’s unsecured lending boom accelerates, collections are emerging as the next major battleground for fintechs and lenders.
- Massachusetts Uber, Lyft drivers certify first statewide ride-hailing union amid automation fearsThe victory could provide a model for similar campaigns gaining traction in states including California and Illinois, where labor organizer...
- 'My workplace introduced a new productivity metric that literally measures how long my mouse isn't moving': The remote worker's story that exposed a crisis hiding in millions of American officesRemote workers are facing intrusive surveillance, with software flagging legitimate work as 'idle' time. One employee was told to fake mous...
- WeWork CEO John Santora's warning to senior leaders on Gen Z: 'AI is not going to provide empathy, leadership, and mentoring.'Young professionals face a tough job market, with AI's rise causing anxiety. However, experts suggest this is a cyclical shift, not an AI-d...
- The smart way to survive a surprise HR meeting; here's exactly what to say, and what to never admitA vague HR calendar invite sparked widespread anxiety among employees, with many sharing stories of disciplinary actions, layoffs, or uncom...
- He applied for 3 years straight, got rejected and never gave up — what finally happened will move you to tearsAfter three years of relentless job searching and numerous rejections, a Gen X professional finally received a job offer, a story that deep...
- Congress slams Narendra Modi govt as ' anti-worker', calls for review of new Labour codeThe Congress has slammed the Modi government, labeling it 'anti-worker' and demanding a review of new labor codes. Citing rising unemployme...
- Labour Day 2026 theme: Why it is celebrated on May 1, what the day means, and wishes to shareMay 1 marks Labour Day, honouring workers' vital role in economies and societies. The day highlights rights, dignity, and fair treatment. D...
- Instant domestic help apps face worker unavailability amid rapid scaling, high competitionInstant domestic help platforms like Urban Company, Snabbit, and Pronto are experiencing worker shortages. This is causing limited availabi...
- Inside AI-led digital storefronts; Lalit Keshre’s big ET Awards winHappy Monday! Digital platforms and brands are building their own AI storefronts. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
- Gig workers’ body writes to labour ministry to mandate heatwave protectionApp-based transport workers are demanding mandatory heatwave protection, including paid breaks and access to water, under the Code on Socia...
- Swiggy rider drags food delivery box on road after being paid Rs 35 for 6.2 km trip. Video goes viralA Swiggy delivery partner allegedly dragged his food box after a 6.2 km trip for Rs 35, sparking online debate about gig worker pay. While ...
- Chennai founder shares how a 22-year-old employee quit corporate job for a gig. Netizens say, 'It's salary review not life lesson'A Chennai founder’s post about a 22-year-old employee quitting to become a full-time delivery driver has sparked a wider debate on jobs and...
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