TELANGANA PLATFORM BASED GIG WORKERS
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.
Rahul Gandhi calls out ‘fascists’ at Bharat Summit, launches Telangana gig workers’ welfare scheme
Addressing the Bharat Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, Gandhi hit out at what he termed "fascists" in business, academia, and politics, asserting that they tend to scream and refuse to listen while the humble majority remains quieter.
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.
Congress believes in making workers partners, will stand by gig workers: Rahul Gandhi in Hyderabad
Congress and Telangana government have launched the Gig Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Scheme in Hyderabad. Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi emphasized the importance of data rights for gig workers during the event. He noted that workers currently lack access to their work-related information from digital platforms. Additionally, he addressed the challenging working conditions faced by gig workers while promising improvements.
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Zetwerk’s Q2 net loss widens 43% to Rs 88 crore, revenue rises 18%
The company's discontinued civil infrastructure business accounted for a loss of Rs 34.29 crore during the quarter compared with Rs 668.85 crore in the preceding three months, when it had made provisions for doubtful receivables, delayed projects, and other expected losses.
Simplify Alpha™ opens AI engineering and innovation center in Hyderabad, joined by Simplify Healthcare® and SimplifyX™
Hyderabad joins Pune and Mumbai as the third India location for the Simplify Group™ companies, adding capacity for customer delivery and growth.
Indiramma Housing Scheme 2026: Telangana offering 2,400 flats for Rs 3.5 lakh; check locations, eligibility, how to apply and last date
Indiramma Housing Scheme 2026 Apply Online: Telangana's Indiramma Housing Scheme 2026 has announced a housing scheme of 2,400 affordable flats across five urban locations. The flats are available at an estimated beneficiary contribution of Rs 3.5 lakh. Check city-wise locations, eligibility criteria, application process, beneficiary status and the December 5, 2026 deadline.
MeitY flags physical AI data; US data centre woes may help India
Happy Friday! MeitY is examining how home services platforms collect household data to train physical AI models.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
MeitY examines data collection by home services platforms for physical AI training
The consultation comes amid growing interest among AI and robotics developers in first-person video and sensor data, which can help train machines to understand and replicate human actions in real-world environments. Such recordings capture how people perform routine activities, providing training inputs for robots designed to undertake physical tasks.
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.
Sonia Gandhi's life to be made into a Telugu film? Congress leader Jagga Reddy announces plans based on her autobiography Belonging: A Journey of Love. Here's what we know
The autobiography of Sonia Gandhi has made its global debut on November 10. Recently, Congress leader Jagga Reddy unveiled ambitions to adapt this memoir into a Telugu feature film, seeking Rs 2 crore in funding during a party gathering. This interpretation aims to depict the various stages of Gandhi's life alongside major moments and personal obstacles.
TS Inter 1st and 2nd year exam system to end: Telangana CM announces new 10+2 education model from next academic year
Telangana will introduce the 10+2 education system from the next academic year, merging Classes 11 and 12 with the school education structure and replacing the separate Intermediate system. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has outlined a three-stage schooling model from nursery to Class 12, with the reforms aimed at improving education quality and reducing student dropouts after Class 10. The government is also reviewing residential school projects and infrastructure upgrades.
Anirudh Ravichander-Kavya Maran wedding: Couple get engaged in traditional Tamil ceremony in Greece. Check details about marriage today
Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran celebrated their engagement in a beautiful traditional ceremony in Greece. The engagement reportedly took place on November 10. With the wedding set for November 11, excitement is building among fans and family alike.
China's Singles Day shopping festival puts AI selling power to the test
If you are looking for evidence of how enthusiastically China is adopting AI, look no further than the country's premier month-long Singles Day shopping festival.
mjunction facilitates sale of 3,200 tonnes of onions through NAFED, NCCF auctions
mjunction Services has facilitated the sale of more than 3,200 metric tonnes of onions through digital auctions for government agencies NAFED and NCCF, as the government releases buffer stocks to improve market supplies and contain price increases.
Enterprise data intelligence platform SplashBI opens GCC in Hyderabad, to invest over $100 million
The company plans to invest over $100 million over the next five to seven years in infrastructure, technology and talent to scale the Hyderabad centre and strengthen its global product engineering and delivery capabilities, a release said.
Telangana BJP threatens black-flag protest against Rahul Gandhi's November 14 visit
Telangana BJP President Ramchander Rao announced plans to protest Rahul Gandhi's upcoming visit to Telangana. The BJP claims that Congress has failed to fulfill election promises made three years ago. Rao emphasized that Gandhi lost his moral right to visit the state due to these unfulfilled commitments. Additionally, Telangana Minister Mohammad Azharuddin expressed support for Gandhi's call for an open debate.
Offline Aadhaar verification to get easier for users as UIDAI onboards 300 entities to complete process
UIDAI has successfully onboarded 300 Offline Verification Seeking Entities since the launch in January 2026. This initiative aims to enhance Aadhaar-based offline verification across various sectors including healthcare, education, and hospitality. Users can now complete identity checks without submitting physical copies of their Aadhaar cards.
Aadhaar App: 300 organisations adopt offline verification system; users can verify identity without photocopies
In a significant move, UIDAI has rolled out its offline verification service to incorporate 300 organizations spanning diverse sectors like hospitality, healthcare, education, and consumer services. This initiative enables users to validate their identities through the Aadhaar App, which boasts upgraded security features. Consequently, the requirement for physical Aadhaar cards during transactions is eliminated, showcasing the increasing importance of Aadhaar in routine transactions, extending well beyond governmental functionality.
KTR, Jagan, Vijay share stage: three States, 81 Seats: the Southern political arithmetic
A recent wedding in Chennai brought together key political figures from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. Leaders KT Rama Rao, Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, and C. Joseph Vijay attended the event, sparking political discussions. Their meeting raises questions about potential collaborations among regional parties. While the gathering is social, it highlights ongoing political dynamics in southern India.
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.
Peppermint Robotics raises Rs 100 crore led by pi Ventures, Crane Venture Partners
The company was founded in 2019 by Runal Dahiwade, and has raised Rs 150 crore to date. It also develops autonomous robots for material transportation and operates in nine countries. The US is its largest market, followed by India and western Europe, Dahiwade, who’s also the CEO, told ET.
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.
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