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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.
North Korean officials sport Kim Jong Un pins for first time
North Korean officials publicly displayed pins with Kim Jong Un's portrait for the first time during a key meeting of the ruling party. The move symbolised the development of a cult of personality surrounding the leader, The 10th Plenary Meeting of the 8th Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, chaired by Kim, reviewed the party's performance. North Korea's Kim dynasty has historically relied on building cults of personality for its leaders to maintain power.
"Sandeshkhali in every Bengal village..." BJP claims women worker stripped for supporting the party, NCW takes note
The National Commission for Women demands action after the brutal attack on Rosonara Khatun in West Bengal. The incident raises concerns over political violence and women's safety in the region, amidst accusations between TMC and BJP regarding the Sandeshkhali violence.
Rahul Gandhi’s humble gesture; stops the car and listens to an old party worker
New Delhi: As Congress leader Rahul Gandhi leaves the All India Congress Committee (AICC) office in New Delhi, he talked to an old man, who came near his car. An aged Congress party worker came near his car, to which Rahul Gandhi’s humble response was to stop the car and...
Prajwal Revanna's brother Suraj arrested over alleged sexual assault of JD(S) party worker
Suraj Revanna, grandson of former PM H.D. Deve Gowda, was arrested under IPC Section 377 for allegedly sodomizing a party worker. His brother, Prajwal Revanna, is in police custody for multiple sexual assault allegations. Suraj denied the charges, claiming extortion. Their parents, H.D. Revanna and Bhavani, are out on bail for allegedly kidnapping an assault victim of Prajwal.
Karnataka BJP protests fuel price hike with cycle jatha, party workers detained
Karnataka BJP has staged a 'cycle jatha' in various locations across the state to protest the state government's hike in fuel rates. Workers in Bengaluru were detained midway, calling the detention unconstitutional. The party accused the government of suppressing protests and urged the people to revolt against the government.
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BJP central team faces protests from party workers in Bengal
A four-member BJP team, including Ravi Shankar Prasad, met post-poll violence victims in West Bengal, alleging attacks on party workers. They criticized Mamata Banerjee's government for failing to address the violence. The team visited injured victims, highlighting incidents of assault and threats. BJP seeks accountability and support for victims.
BJP task force to study debacle in Uttar Pradesh, take candidates' feedback
Non-cooperation from state government employees to the sitting MPs, party workers working against them, and the false narrative that the Constitution would be changed were among the prominent reasons cited by the BJP's Lok Sabha candidates of Uttar Pradesh for the party's poor performance in their respective seats, sources said.
AAP leader Atishi accuses BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri, supporters of vandalising Delhi Jal Board office amid water crisis
While addressing a press conference in the national capital, Atishi said, "Delhi is currently facing severe heat. Even in this difficult time, the BJP has left no stone unturned, troubling the people of Delhi. The BJP is hatching a conspiracy against the people of Delhi. This conspiracy has three parts. The first part of this is to stop the water supply to Delhi from the BJP government of Haryana. Due to this not even a drop of water is left at the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant."
Be ready for Maharashtra polls: Sharad Pawar to NCP (SP) workers on party foundation day
Sharad Pawar, NCP (Sharad Pawar) chief, urged party workers to gear up for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, expressing confidence in securing power. Celebrating the party's 25th foundation day, he highlighted the NCP's recent success in winning 8 out of 10 contested Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra as part of the opposition alliance.
Post-poll violence erupts in West Bengal; BJP workers targeted
Post-poll violence erupted in West Bengal, with reports of BJP workers being attacked, party offices vandalized, and houses locked. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has written to the Governor seeking intervention. In Bankura's Kotulpur, BJP workers' houses were vandalized. BJP State President Sukanta Majumdar urged the Chief Minister to visit affected areas. Major violence was reported in Minakhan under Basirhat Constituency. Adhikari also mentioned incidents in Coochbehar and BJP has moved Calcutta High Court on the issue.
Farmers' stir, 'mistakes' in ticket distribution led to BJP's fall in seats: Rajasthan minister Jhabar Singh Kharra
Rajasthan minister Jhabar Singh Kharra attributes BJP's decline in number of seats in the state to farmers' agitation and ticket distribution errors during Lok Sabha elections. The BJP won 14 out of 25 seats, with Congress securing eight and India bloc partners CPI(M), Rashtriya Loktantrik Party, and Bharat Adivasi Party each winning one seat in the state. Kharra emphasised the need for the party to work harder and highlights collective responsibility for the defeat.
Absence of prominent Congress leaders from fray behind its rout in Uttarakhand: Experts
The absence of prominent Congress leaders during the campaign in Uttarakhand is considered a key factor in the party's defeat. Political analysts highlight the lack of enthusiasm among party workers and the need for better candidate selection to challenge the BJP's stronghold in the state.
NDA to form government, big decisions will be made in third term: PM Modi in victory speech
PM Narendra Modi today said that the BJP-NDA alliance is set to form government for the third time. Speaking to party workers at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi, he said that after 1962 this is the first time that a govt is coming back for third term. The prime minister also highlighted that BJP is set to form government in Odisha for the first time.
In J&K, former CMs Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti concede defeat
Former chief ministers Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti faced defeats in the Lok Sabha election results in Kashmir, with Mufti losing to Gujjar leader Mian Altaf Ahmad and Abdullah to former MLA Sheikh Abdul Rashid alias Engineer Rashid.
UK's Starmer pledges crackdown on businesses using foreign workers
Keir Starmer plans to ban employers who break employment law from hiring workers from abroad to reduce net migration. The Labour leader aims to shift focus from party infighting to the Conservative government's record.
UK workers' union says will proceed with industrial action at Tata Steel plants
Unite the Union said on Thursday that its workers will begin "working to rule" as well as taking part in a continuous overtime ban from June 18 to "severely disrupt and delay" the company's operations and order book unless the company rows back on the closure. It is calling for the Indian steel major to halt its plans until the July 4 General Election, when it expects the UK's Conservative Party led government will make way for the Opposition Labour Party.
BJP workers protest against AAP over Delhi water crisis, accuse govt of tanker mafia
BJP workers protested against Aam Aadmi Party over a water crisis in Delhi, accusing AAP of involvement with Tanker mafias. BJP leaders argued that AAP profits from selling water and exploits residents. Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva criticised AAP's mismanagement and claimed there is no water shortage. Delhi government filed a petition seeking additional water supply from neighboring states.
China's Xi Jinping calls for efforts to promote employment
China's President Xi Jinping urged for the promotion of high-quality and sufficient employment while presiding over a Politburo study session. Xi emphasized enhancing workers' sense of fulfillment, happiness, and security, according to state media reports from Xinhua news agency on Tuesday.
'We have to convert Congress into cadre-based party', says D K Shivakumar
Karnataka Congress president D K Shivakumar emphasizes transforming the party into a cadre-based party by dissolving block units and introducing 'Congress Kutumba'. The initiative aims to bring in new faces and strengthen the party's structure.
BJP holds protest over killing of woman party worker in Bengal's Nandigram
A woman BJP worker, Rathirani Ari, was killed in Nandigram, triggering protests by saffron party activists. The incident took place in Sonachura village. The Nandigram assembly constituency, which falls under the Tamluk Lok Sabha seat, is scheduled to go to polls on Saturday.
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha expels MLA Lobin Hembram for 6 years
Jharkhand Mukti Morcha has expelled MLA Lobin Hembram for six years after he decided to contest the Lok Sabha elections as an independent candidate, going against the party's coalition discipline and allegedly misleading party workers. This action reflects the party's commitment to maintaining unity and discipline among its members during the upcoming elections.
BJP worker killed, 7 others injured in clash with BJD supporters
A clash between supporters of Odisha's ruling BJD and BJP in Ganjam district resulted in one BJP worker's death and seven injuries. The confrontation erupted over campaign posters, with both sides reportedly wielding sharp weapons. BJP workers vandalized vehicles, demanding the arrest of the BJD candidate. Authorities deploy police to restore peace
Brazil government announces dismissal of Petrobras chief
Jean Paul Prates, a former state senator and an ally of President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, "has been dismissed," a presidential spokesman said.
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