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Andhra Pradesh inks 9 MoUs for Rs 4,100 crore space-defence push
At the 31st CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam on 12-13 November 2026, the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board signed nine MoUs covering rocket engines and test beds, satellites, missiles, explosives, aerospace manufacturing, flight training and heliports. Eight of them propose investments totalling Rs 4,100 crore and 6,865 direct jobs on about 1,472 acres in Sri Sathya Sai, Tirupati, Nellore and Visakhapatnam. The ninth is a five-year strategic partnership with Pawan Hans to develop and operate heliports across the State.
Telangana implements gig worker rules, mandates minimum pay, social security benefits
The Telangana government has launched the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers Rules, which establish rights for gig workers. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy introduced the legislation during a ceremony with Rahul Gandhi in Hyderabad. The new rules include provisions for social security benefits, minimum remuneration, and protection against arbitrary account deactivation. Shaik Salauddin from the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union emphasized the need for effective implementation of these rights.
Telangana to provide gig workers Rs 5 lakh accident cover, Rs 10 lakh health insurance: Rahul Gandhi
Telangana has announced a new welfare scheme aimed at supporting gig workers in the state. The initiative includes accident insurance amounting to Rs 5 lakh and health insurance of Rs 10 lakh. Workers will receive 1% of each transaction for their deliveries directly into their bank accounts. This payment will be facilitated through a dedicated gig workers' board.
MeitY probes physical AI data use; Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns
MeitY is reviewing the practice of collecting first-person video and sensor data from gig workers to train physical AI models. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Lenskart, Nykaa, PhysicsWallah see Q2 profits surge
New-age companies Nykaa, Lenskart, and PhysicsWallah reported strong numbers for the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
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Gig workers may get social security benefits through 2% transaction levy on businesses
The government is considering implementing a 2% transaction-based levy on aggregators to support social security for gig workers. This levy will fund benefits such as insurance, health, and maternity support for over 12 million workers. There is a consensus that this approach ensures fairness among different types of aggregators. The new scheme is expected to be launched in 2027, requiring gig workers to meet specific work criteria.
ETtech Explainer: Food delivery, ride-hailing firms differ on gig worker welfare levy calculation
Food delivery and quick-commerce companies such as Zomato and Swiggy are seeking a levy based on the value of transactions facilitated through their platforms, while cab and bike-taxi aggregators such as Uber and Rapido want it to be calculated on their own turnover rather than the total value of rides facilitated.
Premji's deeptech bets; Razorpay gets IPO nod
Happy Thursday! Premji Invest is stepping up its bets on defence and aerospace manufacturing.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Centre sets up social security board to frame welfare schemes for gig workers
In a significant move, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has initiated the National Social Security Board, designed to improve welfare for unorganised and gig economy workers. This board will advise on the rollout and supervision of important social security programs. Scheduled to meet three times annually, it will also manage policy discussions and oversee the financial aspects of the Social Security Code.
Gig workers get a seat at the table as Centre notifies social security boards
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the National Social Security Board for unorganised workers and gig workers. This board will enable the implementation of welfare schemes designed to address social security gaps. It will include representatives from government, companies, and civil society to ensure diverse input. The board is expected to meet regularly to discuss policies affecting these workers.
Make employees your customers
Snabbit operates in India's gig economy by selling mandatory workwear to its workers, increasing revenue significantly. Rather than focusing solely on customer acquisition, the company monetizes its own workforce effectively. This practice has contributed to the company's operational revenue despite existing losses. The approach may redefine how companies engage with gig workers in the future. Such strategies highlight emerging business models in the evolving economy.
Karnataka gig workers seek implementation of welfare schemes
In a letter to the board’s chief executive officer, Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFAT) and Karnataka App-based Workers Union (KAWU) sought immediate rollout of health and accident insurance, income support during medical emergencies and temporary disablement, maternity benefits, scholarships for children of platform workers and an emergency distress fund.
Block deals test valuations; gig platforms quit welfare board
Happy Friday! Block deals are putting startups’ private valuations to the test. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Uber, Eternal, Porter quit Karnataka gig and platform workers welfare board
The state government has approached other platforms to fill the vacancies. Delhivery, Namma Yatri and Yulu have responded positively and agreed to join the board, people familiar with the development told ET. So far only 15 platform companies have registered with the board, collectively representing about seven lakh gig workers.
Delhi Budget: Govt to set up rest stops for gig workers, welfare board soon
Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the creation of rest facilities at Atal Canteens for gig workers, addressing their lack of safe pit stops for meals and phone charging. This initiative aims to reduce fatigue-related accidents and support the city's growing gig economy. A Gig Workers Welfare Board will also be established to ensure their protection and welfare.
Aggregators to pay 1% of commission for gig workers’ welfare in Karnataka
The fee, capped at 50 paise, 75 paise, and Re 1, depending on the business models of the platform, is expected to raise Rs 250-300 crore annually. It will benefit about five lakh gig workers across Karnataka, including 2.75 lakh in Bengaluru, working in ride-hailing, ecommerce, and food delivery.
Govt proposes 90-day work requirement for gig workers to get social security
In a significant move, gig and platform workers will soon be required to log a minimum number of working days to qualify for social security benefits. Proposed regulations indicate a threshold of 90 days with a single aggregator or 120 days across various platforms each year. This initiative is designed to integrate workers into essential programs like Ayushman Bharat.
Karnataka Assembly passes gig workers social security Bill
The Bill establishes a welfare fund for gig workers and proposes a fee ranging from 1-5% on payouts to workers for each transaction, varying by aggregator category, said labour minister Santosh Lad, while tabling the Bill.
Telangana to introduce bill to protect gig workers, Cong says 'Shramik Nyay' part of central vision
Congress general secretary in-charge of communications Jairam Ramesh pointed out that Telangana is the third state to legislate on this matter, following Rajasthan and Karnataka.
Gig workers’ welfare programme: With ordinance out, Karnataka to issue draft rules in two weeks
Once finalised, the regulations will prescribe the rates of fees payable by platforms for services, such as ride-hailing, food delivery and online retail.Labour minister Santosh Lad credits Rahul Gandhi with the vision for the move. About five lakh gig workers are engaged by platforms throughout the state, and the law will benefit all of them, he added.
Gig workers’ welfare programme: With ordinance out, Karnataka to issue draft rules in two weeks
Karnataka will soon release draft rules to implement a service fee on online platforms, funding welfare schemes for gig workers under a new prdinance. The law, driven by Rahul Gandhi’s initiative, aims to establish a welfare board and operationalise the fund by August, benefiting around five lakh gig workers statewide.
India needs national legal, social security architecture for gig workers: Congress
Congress is advocating for a national legal and social security framework for gig workers in India, highlighting Karnataka's proposed Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024 as a milestone legislation. The bill aims to establish formal rights and social security for platform-based gig workers, including setting up a welfare fund and board, ensuring worker protection and payment regulations. Congress urges the Union Budget to address the growing gig worker population and provide justice through legislation.
Karnataka releases draft gig workers Bill; seeks comments from platforms, other stakeholders
Karnataka introduced draft Bill for app-based platforms to provide social security benefits to gig workers and sought public feedback. The Bill proposes fee on transactions and penalties for non-compliance. It aims to protect workers' rights and ensure basic social security. It is inspired by Rajasthan law and includes grievance redressal mechanism and prevention of illegal termination. the Bill promises welfare board, fund for gig workers. Discussions have been held with major platforms and International Labour Organisation for input.
Karnataka: Stakeholders pitch in with suggestions on unorganised and gig workers’ welfare Bill
The Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) met with additional labour commissioner Manjunath Gangadhara, to present its inputs for the upcoming Bill on gig and platform workers' welfare. The new Bill seeks to regulate workers' service conditions and create a fund by setting up a Gig and Platform Workers Welfare Board, said Gangadhara.
After Rajasthan, now Karnataka planning surcharge on online transactions to support gig workers
Karnataka government is planning a surcharge on online transactions conducted through platforms like Amazon and Zomato to bolster welfare benefits for gig economy workers. The Congress-led government in Rajasthan has already introduced such a surcharge of up to 2%. If Karnataka goes ahead, it will become the second Indian state to levy such a surcharge.
We always fulfil promises made to hardworking people: Rahul Gandhi after Rajasthan passes bill for gig workers
Rahul Gandhi, a Congress leader, has praised the Rajasthan government for passing a bill benefiting the welfare of gig workers. The bill aims to set up a Welfare Board, form a welfare fund for platform-based gig workers, and facilitate social security for them. This will become the foundation for crores of youths to rely on a reliable source of employment.
The great gig no longer just in the sky
The steps taken by both governments are welcome and must be rolled out Asap. But there must be clarity on who will pay for the welfare fund. Ideally, it should be the gig platforms, and the Rajasthan government must ensure that it is not quietly passed on to consumers.
Rajasthan government tables country's first gig workers bill
Rajasthan government on Friday tabled the Rajasthan Platform Based GIG Workers (registration and welfare) Bill, 2023 - country's first such - which seeks to guarantee social security to gig workers. The bill provisions for monetary penalties if an aggregator fails to comply with the Act.
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