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Blinkit delivery dispute turns violent in Bengaluru; customer suffers fracture

An altercation broke out in Bengaluru between a Blinkit delivery worker and a customer over a location mix-up.(X)

Updated on Mar 12, 2026 09:54 am IST

Fast track social security for gig workers

A gig worker wades through a waterlogged subway amid heavy rain in Mumbai, India, July 21, 2025.(REUTERS)

Published on Feb 17, 2026 03:19 pm IST

'Bengaluru is crazy': Techie surprised after Rapido driver reveals corporate job

The post quickly caught the attention of social media users, sparking mixed reactions online. (Representational image)

Published on Feb 09, 2026 05:17 pm IST

Gig workers stage nationwide protest over unsafe working conditions, penalties

Several workers HT spoke to described a deterioration in working conditions after new rules were imposed last year. (REPRESENTATIVE IMAGE)

Updated on Jan 27, 2026 05:47 am IST

The case for nuance in the gig economy debate

The gig economy is not inherently exploitative, nor is it a panacea for employment challenges. It is a transitional phase in how work is organised, mediated by technology and shaped by societal choices. (Reuters)

Published on Jan 14, 2026 09:40 pm IST

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