How Modi’s policies and India’s monopolists are weakening labour power – and democracy

How Modi’s policies and India’s monopolists are weakening labour power – and democracy

[ad_1] India’s gig workers on quick commerce platforms ended 2025 on a rebellious note. Over 200,000 “delivery partners”– as the poorly-paid, overworked, and precarious delivery workers ferrying food, groceries and almost everything else are euphemistically termed – called a strike on New Year’s Eve to press for fair pay, social security benefits, and safe work … Read more

Design Democracy 2025 brings global luxury and craft to Hyderabad

Design Democracy 2025 brings global luxury and craft to Hyderabad

[ad_1] HITEX Exhibition Centre was abuzz as design enthusiasts flocked to partake in Design Democracy 2025. Held from September 5 to 7, the third edition assembled over 120 luxury brands, 80+ speakers, and curated installations by industry vanguards. Design Democracy Co-Founders Pallika Sreewastav, Arjun Rathi, and Shailja Patwari. | Photo Credit: Design Democracy Co-founders Pallika … Read more