migrant workers
Tragic Leopard Attack Claims 5-Year-Old Boy's Life in Tamil Nadu: Third Child Fatality in Valparai Region
Dec 07, 2025 02:47 am CST
A five-year-old boy was fatally attacked by a leopard in Valparai, Tamil Nadu, becoming the third child victim in eight months. The incident has heightened concerns about human-wildlife conflicts in the tea estate region, prompting increased safety measures and calls for comprehensive mitigation strategies to protect vulnerable communities living near forested areas.
Thai Family Prepares Buddhist Ceremony for Son Killed in Hamas Attack as Body Returns Home Under Ceasefire
Dec 06, 2025 08:27 pm CST
After two years of waiting, the family of Thai worker Sudthisak Rinthalak is preparing to receive his remains from Gaza under the Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement. His death, occurring during the October 7, 2023 attack, highlights the risks faced by the 30,000 Thai agricultural workers in Israel and serves as a cautionary tale for others seeking overseas employment.
Indian Laborers Stranded in Kyrgyzstan: Families Allege Torture and Exploitation
Dec 06, 2025 10:05 am CST
Twelve laborers from Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit district are reportedly stranded in Kyrgyzstan, with their families alleging torture and exploitation. Each worker paid approximately Rs 2.5 lakh to recruitment agents who provided misleading contracts on 59-day visas. The Pilibhit district administration has submitted a report to the UP Home Department to facilitate their safe return as the workers continue sending video messages pleading for rescue.
Trinamool MP Condemns Modi's Bengal Remarks: "BJP Insults Our Cultural Icons and Identity"
Nov 15, 2025 02:18 pm CST
Following Prime Minister Modi's comments suggesting Bihar's election victory paves the way for BJP's success in West Bengal, Trinamool Congress MP Sagarika Ghose delivered a fierce rebuttal accusing the BJP of treating Bengal as a conquest and disrespecting Bengali culture, language and icons. Ghose defended Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's leadership while criticizing the central government's approach to federalism and treatment of Bengali-speaking citizens.
The Cultural Renaissance of Bihar: How Chhath, Cuisine, and Community are Reshaping the Bihari Identity
Nov 10, 2025 07:28 pm CST
This article examines the evolving perception of Bihari identity in contemporary India, highlighting how cultural celebrations like Chhath Puja, regional cuisine, and professional achievements are transforming stereotypes. As Bihar's migrants establish their presence across India and globally, their cultural expressions are gaining recognition beyond political boundaries, representing a significant shift in how Bihar and its people are perceived nationwide.
Migrant Workers and Youth Emerge as Key Voting Bloc in Bihar Elections, Says Prashant Kishor
Nov 08, 2025 06:59 pm CST
Prashant Kishor, founder of Jan Suraaj Party, identifies migrant workers and youth as decisive factors in Bihar's assembly elections, claiming they are driving change by moving away from traditional voting patterns. Kishor dismisses 'vote theft' allegations while asserting his party offers a viable alternative to both NDA and fears of 'jungle raj' under RJD leadership.
BJP's Strategic Campaign to Retain Migrant Voters During Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 23, 2025 03:34 pm CST
The BJP has launched an extensive door-to-door campaign targeting Bihar's 4.8 million migrant workers returning home for Chhath Puja, encouraging them to extend their stay to vote in the upcoming November Assembly elections. Party workers are negotiating with employers and organizing transportation to facilitate voter participation in key migration-heavy districts like East Champaran, Patna, and Siwan.
Saudi Arabia Abolishes Kafala Labour System: Impact on 2.3 Million Indian Workers
Oct 22, 2025 08:28 pm CST
Saudi Arabia has officially ended the controversial kafala labour sponsorship system, often described as 'modern-day slavery,' which affected 2.3 million Indians. This significant reform, part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 initiative, liberates approximately 13 million foreign workers from a system that granted employers extraordinary control over workers' lives, including their ability to change jobs or leave the country.
The Chhath Puja Homecoming: How Electoral Timing Creates a Dilemma for Bihar's Diaspora
Oct 07, 2025 06:29 pm CST
This article explores the cultural significance of Chhath Puja for millions of Bihari migrants across India and globally, highlighting their annual pilgrimage home to celebrate this sacred festival. It examines the challenging dilemma they face this year with Bihar assembly elections scheduled shortly after Chhath celebrations, preventing many from participating in both their cherished cultural traditions and democratic rights. The piece delves into the deeper tensions between maintaining cultural identity and navigating the practical realities of migrant life, revealing how this working-class community balances devotion to heritage with the demands of economic necessity.
7 Critical Factors Shaping Bihar Assembly Election 2025: From Unemployment Crisis to Voter Demographics
Oct 07, 2025 02:29 am CST
Bihar's 2025 assembly election represents a crucial democratic test influenced by seven key factors. With voting scheduled for November 6 and 11, the electoral battle centers on widespread unemployment, substantial out-migration, corruption allegations, controversial electoral roll revisions, women's voting power, declining education quality, and immigration concerns in the Seemanchal region. As Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's two-decade leadership faces unprecedented anti-incumbency, the outcome on November 14 will shape not only Bihar's future but reflect broader patterns in Indian democracy.