Tag: delivery workers
Delhi delivery workers unite against unfair practices by Blinkit
Blinkit, a goods-delivery app, faces employee accusations of exploitation and plans for a recent strike against the company's flat payout policy.
On 9 January 2024...
Gig workers rally in Kolkata to demand fair treatment
Many workers who deliver items through app-based platforms feel that the government hasn't done enough to help them with their problems. A lot of...
Swiggy employees in Kochi continue strike demanding better pay
Employees of Swiggy, the food-delivery app, have been on a long strike in Kochi, Kerala, demanding better pay, amongst other things.
Presently being paid at...
US tech firms to give gig workers 15% pay in stocks
Uber, Lyft and DoorDash will offer equity compensation to their workers under the new Securities and Exchange Commission(SEC) proposal, which suggests paying 'temporary compensation'...
Amazon to hire 100,000 more and offer increments
Amazon is planning to expand its warehouse and delivery workforce in the US by 100,000. The American multinational technology company that focuses on e-commerce,...
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
Why are so many H-1B workers in the US switching jobs?
A recent study has revealed that more and more H-1B visa holders in the US are switching jobs. In fact, there was a record...
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Why did Microsoft’s director-L&D lose his job?
Why does Jeff Bogdan’s status on LinkedIn say ‘#OpenToWork’? Well, Bogdan who was the director of learning and development (L&D) at Microsoft, has been...
“Complaining about spouse to their employer disrespectful”: High Court
A couple seeking divorce were chided for the absence of respect in the marriage. The wife had apparently spoken to the husband’s employer and...
Google terminates 28 employees over Israel protests
Google terminated 28 employees following protests staged by a small group of Alphabet workers against the tech giant's collaboration with Israel. The protests, which...
Kimbal Technologies names Jaya Suri as CHRO
Jaya Suri has joined Kimbal Technologies (formerly Crystal) as its chief human resource officer (CHRO). An alumna of IBM, Suri has completed her bachelor’s...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
