SHAIK SALAUDDIN
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.
Gig workers’ body writes to labour ministry to mandate heatwave protection
App-based transport workers are demanding mandatory heatwave protection, including paid breaks and access to water, under the Code on Social Security, 2020. The Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) has urged the government to implement these measures, citing similar protections in other countries. This comes as heatwaves intensify and companies face potential rider shortages.
Ride hailing app services partially impacted as drivers go on strike
Ride-hailing apps such as Ola, Uber and Rapido faced sporadic disruption on Saturday as drivers staged a partial strike in several cities. The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union called the “breakdown” to protest rules and practices of app-based transport firms. The union demanded minimum base fares and regulatory changes.
Delhi: Gig workers' delegation meets Rahul Gandhi, asserts need for legislation
A delegation of transport and delivery gig workers met the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, to discuss the need for legislation from the Centre and implementations of regulations in Congress-ruled states, the Telangana Gig And Platform Workers Union's Founder President said.
50,000 gig workers participate in strike in Hyderabad, unions claim
About 50,000 of the total two lakh gig workers in Hyderabad participated in the strike called on Wednesday by the unions demanding better payouts and improved working conditions, TGPWU president Shaik Salauddin claimed.
Gig workers begin strike in Hyderabad, over 1.7 lakh set to join pan-India
Hyderabad gig workers' strike: Several workers in Hyderabad gathered with placards and shouted slogans demanding better pay and safer working conditions. The riders are conducting the strike demanding job security, higher pay, and social security benefits.
Gig workers’ strike: Union president calls for removal of 10-minute delivery model
Gig workers are striking on New Year's Eve, demanding the end of 10-minute delivery services due to safety concerns and stress. Approximately 170,000 delivery personnel are expected to participate nationwide. Unions previously held a Christmas strike, causing significant order delays. Companies are now offering substantial incentives to retain riders.
Food and quick commerce delivery workers call for all India strike on December 25 and 31
Delivery workers for Zomato, Swiggy, Zepto, Blinkit, Amazon, and Flipkart plan a strike on December 25 and 31. The Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers and Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union are leading the action. They demand job security, higher pay, safer conditions, and social security benefits. This protest highlights concerns over worker welfare amidst platform company profits.
Ola launches zero percent commission model across India; drivers to keep entire fare earnings
However, according to Shaik Salauddin, founder president of the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union, before the ride, the drivers have to pay for a recharge. So, though the commissions may have been removed, the drivers still end up paying the aggregator firms in the form of subscription fees.
ETtech Explainer: How the ban on Karnataka's bike taxis affects gig workers, commuters
While Rapido and Uber have changed their bike taxi options to courier services on their apps, Ola has removed the option from its app. Users feel that the renaming has been done to escape the regulations. Per Shaik Salauddin, Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union founder president, this non-transparent act puts the jobs of the gig workers involved at risk.
Rapido, Ola, Uber change bike taxi to parcel delivery service on app
Following a Karnataka High Court directive, Rapido, Ola, and Uber have suspended their bike taxi services in the state. The platforms are now offering courier services as an alternative. While users speculate this is a workaround, Rapido stated they respect the law and are working with the government to reinstate bike taxis.
Zepto workers strike in Hyderabad over payout cuts, labour rights violations
Zepto delivery workers in Hyderabad have launched an indefinite strike, alleging labour rights violations and demanding the restoration of previous payout rates. The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) is urging government intervention to ensure compliance with minimum wage laws and provide legal protections for gig workers.
Cab drivers boycott Hyderabad airport trips over low aggregator fares
Cab drivers in Hyderabad, under the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers' Union, are boycotting trips to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. They protest against the low fares charged by cab aggregators, which significantly impact their earnings. Despite repeated appeals, no decisive action has been taken by the government.
Orders pile up for online platforms in Delhi NCR, but delivery staff stay away due to bad weather
Zomato is offering incentives for deliveries during smog, while Amazon is providing N95 masks and reporting a fourfold rise in air purifier demand amid severe pollution in the north. "Earlier, I used to deliver 30-35 orders a day, but now it's gone up to 45-50," said a delivery partner working at Zepto. At night, deliveries take 5 to 10 minutes longer than usual because of the smog, he added.
Uber, Ola services in Chennai hit by two-day drivers’ strike
According to sources, the ongoing protest in areas such as Rajarathinam Station, Azhumbur, Chennai, saw around 500-1,000 drivers participating, with more expected to join on Tuesday.
Swiggy, Zomato operations hit as delivery workers strike in Mumbai
Food delivery workers went on strike in many parts of the city, pressing for a list of demands. The strikes were organised collectively by multiple organisations, including the Shiv Sena-affiliated Rashtriya Karmachari Sena and the Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFATW), among others.
Karnataka budget: Gig workers to have Rs 4 lakh insurance cover
The state will pay the entire premium for the scheme under which workers will get a life insurance cover of Rs 2 lakh and accidental cover of Rs 2 lakh, chief minister Siddaramaiah said while presenting the state budget.
Swiggy delivery workers call off strike after firm seeks a week to respond
Swiggy's management has sought one week’s time to address the delivery partners' grievances.
Drivers face the brunt as Uber, Ola licence expires in Karnataka
Karnataka was among the first states in India to regulate firms such as Uber and Ola, introducing formal regulations in the form of the Karnataka On demand Transportation Technology Aggregator Rules, 2016.
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