Migrant Workers

Why are Chinese workers fleeing Foxconn-run iPhone factory?

The exodus began after a lockdown was imposed in China’s Zhengzhou, which has reported 264 COVID-19 cases since 19 October. Workers began fleeing ‘iPhone City’ after being confined to their dormitories and facing a shortage of food

Nitish Kumar expresses grief over CRPF jawan killing, attack on migrant labourers in J&K

Chief Minister Nitish Kumar asked officials concerned to extend help to the injured Bihar labourers

Hyderabad: 11 migrant workers from Bihar killed in fire at scrap godown; PM, Telangana CM announce ex-gratia

The eleven people were charred beyond recognition, a police official told PTI, adding the cause of the fire was being ascertained.

Kerala announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for kin of deceased migrant workers from West Bengal

The state labour department also informed that necessary steps will be taken to transport the bodies of the labourers to West Bengal

Two LeT commanders among four terrorists eliminated in J&K involved in killing of migrant workers, says police

One soldier lost his life while two others sustained injuries in the Shopian operation. A police official said, so far, 15 terrorists have been killed in two weeks

e-Shram generates hope for unorganised sector workers, but hardships won't disappear overnight

While the economy has shown signs of recovery after contracting in the first two quarters of the 2020-21 financial year, experts say the road to complete recovery would be a long one

Unseen warriors of COVID: Hit by second wave, Mumbai's invisible migrant workforce waits to be prioritised for vaccination

A majority of the migrant workers in Mumbai are unaware of the COVID-19 vaccination drive. They neither have access to the internet nor valid address proof to register for the vaccine

SC tells states/UTs to implement 'One Nation, One Ration Card' scheme by 31 July; all you need to know

The plea sought directions to the Centre and states to ensure food security, cash transfers, and other welfare measures for migrant workers

Delhi govt's claim on implementation of 'one nation one ration card' misleading, Centre tells SC

In an affidavit, the Union government said the AAP government has implemented the 'one nation-one ration card' plan only in Circle 63 Seemapuri

Expedite registration process for migrant workers so that benefits can reach them, Supreme Court tells Centre

The apex court was hearing an application filed by three activists who have sought directions to the Centre and state governments to ensure migrant workers get food security, cash transfers, transport facilities, and other welfare measures