Rural options for Odisha’s returnee migrants

The state’s track record in engaging people under MGNREGA has been mixed so far. Hence, this huge returnee workforce must be gainfully …

Taliban take-over of Afghanistan: India should be a first responder in the humanitarian crisis

The exit of American forces from Afghanistan has underscored the gravity of the new turmoil in India’s neighbourhood. DTE speaks with …

Two-thirds of migrant workers still don’t have access to government ration: Survey

The survey also reveals several other shocking facts that fly in the face of government claims on migrants

COVID-19 second wave: Rural demand may be hit despite normal monsoon

Out-of-pocket expenses on health in rural areas may push millions into poverty, warn experts

COVID-19 lockdown: Isn’t it time for the State to do business again?

The government has to step away from its role of a regulator succumbing to the pressure of businesses; it must recognise its power as procurer / …

Migrants denied basic human rights, says study on Kolkata

One-third of India’s population are migrants, but the country is yet to make a policy or plan for them, says collaborative study report by …

How MGNREGA helps revive village infra, increase employment in Haryana

Villagers gain employment through the job guarantee scheme, used as a means to revive rural infrastructure like reservoirs, cattle sheds

Can MGNREGA cushion the COVID-19 lockdown blow for Moradabad’s returning villagers

There is a sharp rise in demand for work under MGNREGA in Moradabad and other districts of the state

Odisha’s big challenge: Meeting MGNREGS target of 200 million person days

Although the state govt picked up pace compared to recent years, there are reports of slowdown in work being done

COVID-19 labour laws dilution: ‘Neo-liberal character has eroded welfare state’

We have moved back to the 19th century in regard to labour laws, says labour economist KR Shyam Sundar

COVID-19: Why Gujarat is a worry for Bihar

Workers claim not receiving salaries from employers, not given any food by state government

COVID-19: Next 6 months crucial for Centre to support migrant workers

Centre should form a national task force with active participation of both kinds of states: Those who send and receive migrants

COVID-19: Migrants trapped in debt at Himachal pharma hub

Baddi Barotiwala Nalagarh industrial area has a Rs 60,000 crore turnover, employs 125,000 migrant workers