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US adds 165,000 jobs in October, unemployment rate dips to 4.1%

The U.S. job market likely improved after a weak September, with layoffs low and workers enjoying job security.

HT Exclusive: Contractors ignored workers’ warnings about weak structure, says FIR on Chawri Bazar collapse

Construction worker Firoz alleged that the contractors insisted that the work continue, saying that making the changes would increase construction costs.

Women who scored higher on cognitive tests were rated as more hostile by teammates and got less help from them, in studies of 432 US business students and 394 Chinese finance workers, a pattern that did not hold for men

France's mega protests: 448 arrested as students, workers march across the country | In pics

Students, workers and union members marched across France, demanding fair wages and supporting protests over the education system.

Explosion at Oil India's tank farm leaves five workers critically injured in Assam's Dibrugarh

According to preliminary reports, the explosion occurred in the facility's crude oil storage section while workers were operating a valve.

Months of Work, Days Of Travel: Emotional Economics Of Going Home In Festivals

Thousands of migrant workers queue up at railway station to go home during festive season.

France workers strike, march for 'dignified wage'

The demonstrations come as the eurozone's second largest economy battles to redress its finances, six months ahead of elections to replace centrist President Emmanuel Macron

Social media campaigns, ground mobilisation: How BJP is countering Oppn narrative, amplifying political messaging

BJP's ‘Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao’ campaign reflects the evolving approach, with leaders and workers taking the political contest beyond online platforms.

Steve Jobs bought a 30-room California mansion in 1984; when it was torn down in 2011, workers saved its pipe organ and other fixtures

After Steve Jobs’s 2011 demolition of the historic Jackling House, its pipe organ, architectural details and other relics were salvaged.

Election Commission of India to launch major voter enrolment drive in UP on Nov 12

ASHA workers, anganwadi staff and educational institutions will help identify eligible women and young people missing from the electoral rolls.

Judge approves $650,000 settlement for 100 workers after alleged $1.3M retirement savings loss

Bangladesh agrees new garment pay scale from December amid protests

Workers are demanding the monthly minimum wage be raised to 30,000 taka ($242) from 12,500 taka, saying rising food, housing and transport costs have eroded their purchasing power

‘Garment workers unrest narrows Tarique Rahman’s window for India visit’

In an exclusive conversation with The Hindu, a highly-placed source says Mr. Rahman is being “misguided by his own people” on the India policy

Bangladesh deploys additional paramilitary forces as garment workers’ protests continue

Bangladesh deploys additional paramilitary forces as garment workers’ protests continue

Suvendu urges migrant workers to return to Bengal, cites 125-day job guarantee scheme

Mr. Adhikari said that ₹34,500 per annum was guaranteed for each job card holder

When London Bridge was rebuilt in Arizona, workers numbered granite stones before dismantling it

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.

Vice President JD Vance highlights Trump administration batting for American workers, fighting visa fraud as nation votes in midterm elections

JD Vance highlights the Trump Administration's efforts to curb visa fraud and prioritize employment opportunities for US citizens as voting continues.

British wedding venue evacuated after workers uncover five World War II bombs while digging for solar panels; guests and residents forced to flee

Bengal BJP’s Debra MLA alleges assault by own party workers

This comes amid a series of incidents where multiple separate incidents and allegations have come to the fore about internal feuds between various BJP factions