WORKER SAFETY VIOLATIONS
Maharashtra FDA finds hygiene lapses at Zepto facility in Dharavi, suspends food licence
According to a report, the quick commerce platform was found to have violated multiple hygiene regulations at its storage facilities in Dharavi. Violations included fungal growth on food articles, food storage near stagnant water, cold storage temperature not maintained and expired food items not segregated from the main stock.
One India, many regulations: Challenges of multi-state compliance for Indian enterprises
India's complex labour laws, governed by both Central and State entities, pose compliance challenges for businesses due to varied regulations and manual processes.
Israel plans to capture all of Gaza under new plan, officials say
Israel has approved a plan to capture the entire Gaza Strip. The decision came after an early morning vote by Israeli cabinet ministers. The plan involves the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians to southern Gaza. This move has raised concerns about a humanitarian crisis. Israel aims to defeat Hamas and free hostages. The plan's implementation will be gradual.
Black Hawk chopper mid-air scare near Pentagon with two airlines put more than 200 lives at risk
A near miss occurred at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. An US Army Black Hawk helicopter approached two commercial planes closely. The planes had to abort their landings. The helicopter violated safety distance standards. Radar tracking also faced issues. Officials are investigating the incident. This follows a fatal crash three months prior. Senator Maria Cantwell demands increased airspace safety.
TMC MP seeks Amit Shah's intervention over 'attacks' on workers from Bengal in Odisha
TMC MP Yusuf Pathan has urgently appealed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, highlighting alleged attacks on migrant workers from West Bengal in Odisha, particularly targeting those from Murshidabad. Pathan's letter details brutal assaults, looting, and forced evictions, claiming the violence escalated after the BJP-led government's formation.
‘We carry visa papers, practise scripts.’ International students' lives now marred by anxiety in the US
International students in the United States are facing growing uncertainty as visa revocations under the Trump administration continue to rise, with around 1,800 students affected. Traditional college experiences have shifted toward concerns over safety, deportation, and legal risks.
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What Elon Musk didn't budget for: Firing workers costs money, too
Donald Trump and Elon Musk's initiative, Department of Government Efficiency, aimed to cut government spending. However, savings are far less than promised. Firings and rehirings have cost taxpayers billions. Experts say Musk's methods are wasteful and legally questionable. The administration defends the cuts as necessary for efficiency.
In first 100 days, Trump tells migrants 'leave the United States'
The Trump administration is implementing strict immigration policies. Many immigrants are losing their legal status. Ukrainians who entered under Biden's program face uncertainty. Work permits are not being renewed. A CBP app used for legal entry is now used for self-deportation. Student visas are being revoked for minor offenses. Arrests of immigration violators have increased.
Donald Trump issues major mandate for U.S schools; here are 7 things all American parents need to know
Donald Trump’s latest education executive orders are creating major waves across schools and colleges in the U.S. From pushing AI learning in high schools to cutting back on woke college accreditation, his new plan is all about discipline, job skills, and transparency. Trump says these changes will help students prepare for real-world jobs, protect free speech, and remove political bias. If you're a parent, student, or teacher, this is a must-read.
FBI director Kash Patel removed from ATF role amid leadership changes, replaced by...
Kash Patel's brief tenure as acting ATF director concluded with Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll stepping in, a move the Justice Department didn't publicly announce. This transition occurred amidst discussions of merging ATF with the DEA for cost-cutting. Attorney General Pam Bondi is forming a task force to enforce Second Amendment rights, involving the ATF.
TikTok's future hangs in the balance: Will Trump's reprieve bring a buyer?
President Donald Trump paused a law that banned TikTok in the U.S. for national security reasons. The Chinese-owned app was supposed to be sold, but ByteDance failed to find a buyer. Trump's decision allows TikTok to continue operating, giving ByteDance more time to finalize a deal. Some lawmakers expressed concerns over potential legal issues.
Trump warns these universities over antisemitic discrimination against Jewish students. Check details
Muhlenberg College faced an antisemitism investigation, terminated a professor, and resolved the issue, but confusion remains over the inclusion of other institutions on the investigation list. The U.S. Education Department sent warnings to 60 colleges about antisemitic activity. Universities and colleges could lose federal funding if found guilty. Investigations raise concerns in the academic community.
Lok Sabha passes The Boilers Bill, 2024 to replace 100-year-old Act: All you need to know
The Lok Sabha has passed the Boilers Bill, 2024, which replaces the Boilers Act of 1923. This new bill aims to decriminalize minor offences and improve ease of doing business, while enhancing safety standards and streamlining regulations for the boiler industry.
Marco Rubio’s strong warning for US visa applicants & holders, says ‘If you violate the terms...'
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized that a U.S. visa is not a "birthright" and warned that individuals who jeopardize national security or commit crimes will be removed. His statement comes amid increased deportations, including the recent self-deportation of an Indian student accused of supporting Hamas.
ONGC disregarding safety norms, endangering human lives: Human Rights Forum in Andhra
HRF accuses oil and gas companies, including ONGC, of negligence and poor safety protocols following a Hydrogen Sulphide leak in Andhra Pradesh. The leak affected several workers and a child, citing inadequate maintenance and weak regulatory enforcement. HRF stresses the need for gas detection systems to prevent future incidents.
Samsung urges Tamil Nadu government to ensure 'ease of doing business' as worker protests persist
“At Samsung, our priority is to maintain a safe and stable workplace for all workers. A certain section of workers once again illegally tried to disrupt operations and industrial peace today. We have a zero-tolerance policy for any illegal activities by workers that disrupt industrial stability and peace at the workplace," a Samsung India spokesperson told ET.
Samsung standoff: Company seeks TN govt intervention to ensure workers' safety, ease of doing biz
Samsung workers at the Sriperumbudur plant escalated their protest against the suspension of three union leaders. The company emphasized its zero-tolerance policy towards illegal activities and urged state authorities to ensure worker safety and maintain discipline. The protest has been ongoing since February 5, demanding the reinstatement of the suspended employees.
Canada intensifies $48 million plan to protect temporary foreign workers from scams
The Canadian government has imposed $2.1 million in penalties on employers violating the Temporary Foreign Worker Program rules. Efforts to ensure compliance include increased inspections, penalties for violations, and a tip line for reporting abuse.
Elon Musk's SpaceX fined after 'near amputation' suffered by worker
A Reuters investigation late last year found that Musk's rocket company disregarded worker-safety regulations and standard practices at its facilities nationwide. Through interviews and government records, the news organisation documented at least 600 previously unreported injuries of SpaceX workers since 2014.
Himachal Assembly Polls: BJP files complaint against Congress workers for violating election rules, accuses party of camping outside EVM strong rooms
The Himachal Pradesh unit of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday filed a complaint against Congress workers with the state Chief Electoral Officer, claiming that the workers were violating election rules by camping outside EVM strong rooms and could tamper with the machines.
Urmila Matondkar seeks police protection after Cong-BJP workers clash
The scuffle took place near Borivali station where Matondkar, Congress candidate from Mumbai North Lok Sabha constituency, was campaigning, police said.
Centre to bring four labour codes to protect workers
Labour Ministry proposes to come out with codes in areas of wages, industrial relations and working conditions to strengthen safety and social security of workers.
US recommends action plan for workers' safety in Bangladesh
The US has released an action plan for Bangladesh, asking it to increase the number of labour, fire and building inspectors.
Maintain better working conditions in Bangladesh: US to companies
Bangladesh has been the subject of a review under the Generalized System of Preferences trade program since 2007.
The risks to worker safety in India are serious: Scott Nova, WRC
Consumers should refuse to buy from brands that don't respect workers' rights.
Indian-American owned company faces $1 mn in fines
Piping Technology and Products, owned by an Indian-American, faces more than USD 1 million in fines for allegedly exposing workers to hazardous substances.
Govt mulling PF interest rate hike
Minister for Labour and Employment Kharge today said the govt was looking at further hiking the interest rate on Provident Fund from the present 9.5%.
12 dead, 10 missing in US mine blast
An explosion rocked a remote coal mine with a history of safety problems, killing 12 workers and trapping 10 others thousands of feet underground.
Five trapped in ArcelorMittal mine in Kazakhstan
Five workers are trapped in a mine in central Kazakhstan owned by steel giant ArcelorMittal after an accident early Monday morning, the Emergency Situations Ministry said.
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