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Demand that Modi provides Rs 1 crore compensation for migrant worker, Ram Narayan Baghel killed by right wing goons in Kerala: AIKS
Apart from condemning the shocking killing, by lynching of migrant worker, Ram Narayan Baghel killed by right wing goons belonging to the Rashtriya Swyamsevak Sangh (RSS) and BJP in Palakkad, Kerala, the AIKS has demanded that the Modi Government to provide Rs. 1 crore as ex- gratia compensation to the family of the deceased
Arrests mark a nationwide Protest Day observed by Central Trade Unions
Hunger strike, demonstrations, processions and arrests at several places. Unions demand withdrawal of draconian changes in labour laws, send petitions to Prime Minister
Migrants wait on Delhi streets, volunteers bring them food, but where is the sarkaar?
Our reporter who stood in line with migrants to get a first-hand experience of their plight discovered that the meal was hot and delicious, the water cool, and the fruits fresh, everything was served with dignity and respect
Battle against dilution of labour laws to culminate in Supreme Court?
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Labour rights in the country in peril as, even though the UP gov't notification has been withdrawn, the UP ordinance and notifications issued by other states that dilute labour laws, still persist
Where is the ‘Vande Bharat’ for migrant workers in transit?
Government’s mismanagement and apathy to blame for crisis
‘Lawaris’ or let’s just admit it, Children of a Lesser God
The heart-breaking images of large numbers of Indians, on foot, walking back to their homes hundreds and thousands of kilometres away, sometimes dying midway, brings tears to the eyes and reminds me of the iconic movie “Do Bigha zameen”. The tragic last scene in the movie is where the protagonist played by Balraj Sahni dies pulling a rikshaw. This brings us back to the question, does the government care?
Allahabad: Retired judges, lawyers, professors and activists write to PM about migrant crisis
Condemn sudden suspension of all railway and interstate bus transport on March 21 as thoughtless
Covid-19: How Indian states are snatching away the rights of workers
As many as 7 Indian states have diluted labour laws. The excuse is that the steps have been taken to “boost the economy”. Many more states are expected to follow suit.
A tug of war ensues on ‘no work no pay’ principle
While the Bombay high court said this principle cannot be invoked during such extraordinary times, the MHA withdrew its previous order which aligned with the court’s order
No justice for migrants, judicial apathy to blame?
Some of the recent observations and comments on the plight of migrants made by various courts come across as harsh
No respite for migrants as Cyclone Amphan is set to hit WB and Odisha
Lack of resources, delay in trains and fear – all have put migrants in worry during the double crisis they face
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