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Asian Governments India, China and Singapore on providing basic insurance to Gig Economy

Asian Governments India, China and Singapore on providing basic insurance to Gig Economy

China - Keeping in mind the welfare and economic status of gig workers in Asian countries, China, India and Singapore. In July Chinese regulators ordered online platforms to ensure delivery riders earn above the minimum

Poor working conditions in Uganda during pandemic drive teachers away in pursuit of new jobs

Poor working conditions in Uganda during pandemic drive teachers away in pursuit of new jobs

Covid-19 pandemic brought worsened health and employment related challenges as it struck the world in early 2020. Schools in Uganda too couldn’t be spared from the pandemic whip. While students suffered by being unable to

California Legislature finally enacts the Garment Worker Protection Act

California Legislature finally enacts the Garment Worker Protection Act

California, USA - The way into finding a solid rebound for the USA's garment sector is through good wages and stable work laws, and finally, the Garment Worker Protection Act passed by the California Legislature.

Why Apple Is Facing Chinese Forced Labor Backlash Over Imports?

Why Apple Is Facing Chinese Forced Labor Backlash Over Imports?

China - As China starts to force itself into a power crisis, Apple maybe on the receiving end. In a surprise move, Apple is being asked by human rights groups to recall its imports. Through

Indian labor department approached by Jet Airways over gratuity non-payment

Indian labor department approached by Jet Airways over gratuity non-payment

India-Jet Airways staff has approached the Labor Department of India urging them to summon the Jet Airways management, that includes former Chairman of the airways Mr. Naresh Goyal over issues including non-payment of gratuity and

“Are Farmworkers really safe in California’s Salinas?,” Labor rights activists questions

“Are Farmworkers really safe in California’s Salinas?,” Labor rights activists questions

Labor rights activists have raised their concerns over the treatment of the farm workers and their safety on field. The activists have stepped up efforts to ensure safety practices to these workers by urging legislators

Workers of Anganwadi, ASHA go on nationwide strikes demanding job security in India

Workers of Anganwadi, ASHA go on nationwide strikes demanding job security in India

On 24 September, Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) and Anganwadi workers in India began their nationwide strike in states including Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh. The ASHA workers are demanding

UK government to allow for flexible working hours for its employees

UK government to allow for flexible working hours for its employees

UK employees will have the right to request flexible working from the moment they start a job, with companies obliged to explain their reasons if it is then refused, the government will propose in a

AI and Robots are substituting humans in numerous jobs amid the pandemic

AI and Robots are substituting humans in numerous jobs amid the pandemic

Human beings have long been worried about the possibility that robots will take over their work as technology advances. However, things are getting there as shipping companies, and logistics automate their organizations to handle worker

EU strives to Help Gig Economy Workers

EU strives to Help Gig Economy Workers

The EU has committed to reform working conditions in its gig economy and wishes to see companies take responsibility for algorithm transparency, health, and safety. A few months back, the European Commission had launched a