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​Away from home: On the plight of the Indian worker
20 hours, 15 minutes ago

​Away from home: On the plight of the Indian worker

The Hindu  

The story of 16 Indian workers allegedly deceived into working under inhumane conditions in Libya highlights the persistent issue of labour exploitation faced by millions of Indians abroad. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Kuwait has brought attention to the plight of Indian workers, particularly those in labour camps. Despite Mr. Modi’s acknowledgment of Kuwait’s support for its over …

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PM Modi Interacts with Odia Worker in Kuwait During Official Tour
20 hours, 45 minutes ago

PM Modi Interacts with Odia Worker in Kuwait During Official Tour

Deccan Chronicle  

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with an Odia worker from Ganjam district and other Indian workers during his two-day official visit to Kuwait, emphasising their invaluable contributions to the nation’s development. Babul expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for organising the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Odisha, highlighting the event’s role in showcasing Odia heritage and culture on an …

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PM Modi Meets Indian Workers at Kuwait Labour Camp
1 day, 8 hours ago

PM Modi Meets Indian Workers at Kuwait Labour Camp

Deccan Chronicle  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday visited the Gulf Spic Labour Camp in Kuwait, where he interacted with Indian workers and highlighted their contribution to the country’s development.PM Modi spoke about the aspirations of Indian workers, linking them to his vision for a "Viksit Bharat 2047".Interacting with the Indian workers, he stated, “I talk about Viksit Bharat 2047 because the …

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PM Modi hails diaspora in Kuwait, says India has potential to become skill capital of world
2 days, 9 hours ago

PM Modi hails diaspora in Kuwait, says India has potential to become skill capital of world

The Hindu  

On the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait in 43 years, Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the diaspora’s contribution to global growth and said India has the potential to become the “skill capital of the world.” Modi was addressing a large gathering of the Indian community at an event called ‘Hala Modi’ at the Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah …

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Indian workers stranded in Libya: Government says working to secure exit permits
3 days, 14 hours ago

Indian workers stranded in Libya: Government says working to secure exit permits

India Today  

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday confirmed that it was actively assisting the group of Indian workers who were trapped in Libya due to a lack of proper documentation four months ago. Speaking to reporters earlier in the day, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the Indian workers had travelled to Libya's Benghazi via Dubai without valid paperwork, leading …

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94 per cent of Indian desk workers feel the urgency to master AI
3 days, 14 hours ago

94 per cent of Indian desk workers feel the urgency to master AI

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Indian workers want to skill up on Artificial Intelligence as 94% feel an urgency to become AI expert. However, 40% of Indian workers have spent less than five hours learning how to use AI, and 30% of global workers say they have had no AI training at all, including no self-directed learning or experimentation, according to Slack's new Workforce …

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The Hindu Morning Digest, November 29, 2024
3 weeks, 3 days ago

The Hindu Morning Digest, November 29, 2024

The Hindu  

Mahayuti leaders’ meeting with Amit Shah ends without decision on CM BJP national president J.P. Nadda and Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a marathon meeting with Mahayuti leaders, including caretaker CM Eknath Shinde and his deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar. The Press Club of India condemned the Uttar Pradesh police filing of an affidavit in the Allahabad High …

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Indians leaving for work overseas tripled from 2021 to 2023: Centre
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Indians leaving for work overseas tripled from 2021 to 2023: Centre

India Today  

The Ministry of Skill Development on Monday informed Parliament that in the last three years, emigration clearances granted to semi-skilled and unskilled workers in India who wish to go abroad and work have tripled. While replying to the question of a Lok Sabha MP, the data provided by Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary highlighted that in 2021, 1,32,675 people were granted …

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Saudi-India Labor Cooperation: A Bridge to Prosperity
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Saudi-India Labor Cooperation: A Bridge to Prosperity

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia and India maintain a strong and multifaceted partnership, with Indian expatriate workers playing a significant role in the Kingdom's workforce. The bilateral relationship has been bolstered by recent high-level talks and substantial investments, focusing on economic collaboration and mutual prosperity. Initiatives such as the Skills Verification Program and the Labor Reform Initiative have enhanced the skills and employability …

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Italian landowner is arrested after an Indian worker bled to death in accident with farm equipment
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Italian landowner is arrested after an Indian worker bled to death in accident with farm equipment

Live Mint  

ROME — Italian police arrested a farm owner on Tuesday on suspicion of homicide after one of his workers, an undocumented laborer from India, bled to death when his arm was cut off by a piece of farm equipment. Even President Sergio Mattarella has weighed in on the case, referring to what he said was the “cruel” exploitation of workers …

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India asks Italy to take prompt action against persons responsible for Indian farm worker's death
5 months, 3 weeks ago

India asks Italy to take prompt action against persons responsible for Indian farm worker's death

The Hindu  

India on Wednesday asked Italy to take prompt action against those responsible for the death of a 31-year-old Indian worker who died after he was dumped on the road without medical assistance by his employer after his arm was severed by heavy farm machinery. Muktesh Pardeshi, Secretary, conveyed to Luigi Maria Vignali, the Director General for Italian Citizens Abroad and …

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Kuwait fire deaths put spotlight on plight of Indian workers in Middle East
6 months, 1 week ago

Kuwait fire deaths put spotlight on plight of Indian workers in Middle East

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The death of 41 Indian …

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PM Modi directs MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to urgently visit Kuwait to assist Indians
6 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi directs MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh to urgently visit Kuwait to assist Indians

India TV News  

The Ministry of External Affairs said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed MoS MEA Kirti Vardhan Singh to travel to Kuwait on an "urgent" basis to oversee assistance to those injured in the fire tragedy. "As directed by PM @narendramodi, MoS for External Affairs @KVSinghMPGonda is urgently travelling to Kuwait to oversee assistance to those injured in the fire …

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'Govt has gone deaf': Indian workers facing deportation in Canada to go on full hunger strike
6 months, 3 weeks ago

'Govt has gone deaf': Indian workers facing deportation in Canada to go on full hunger strike

India TV News  

Ottawa: After a controversial decision by the local government in Canada's Prince Edward Island to reduce foreign workers, dozens of Indian workers facing deportation have now entered their fourth day of hunger strike in downtown Charlottetown, according to local media reports. One of the protesters said that about 50 workers had already left Canada because of the changes in the …

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How Arnold Dix became a Himalayan hero after rescuing 41 workers from Indian tunnel collapse
8 months, 1 week ago

How Arnold Dix became a Himalayan hero after rescuing 41 workers from Indian tunnel collapse

ABC  

Arnold Dix slid his hand into a gap in the rock at the entrance to a tunnel where 41 men were trapped alive, put his back against the cold stone and listened, and felt, and listened some more. Dix says he's "never really minded" that people don't fully comprehend what he does for work. "I've always been involved in recovering …

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Over 6,000 Indian workers to arrive in Israel by May to address labour shortage
8 months, 1 week ago

Over 6,000 Indian workers to arrive in Israel by May to address labour shortage

Firstpost  

“Thanks to the joint financing of the PMO, the finance ministry and the construction and housing ministry, it was agreed approximately one week ago on the arrival of over 6,000 workers from India during April and May on an ‘air shuttle’ following the subsidising of charter flights,” said a statement issued by Israeli government Over 6,000 Indian workers are slated …

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Amid Gaza war, over 6,000 Indian workers to depart for Israel by May
8 months, 1 week ago

Amid Gaza war, over 6,000 Indian workers to depart for Israel by May

Hindustan Times  

The Israeli government on Wednesday announced that over 6,000 Indian workers are scheduled to land in Israel between April and May to assist the nation's construction industry in tackling a labour deficit triggered by the Israel-Hamas conflict. The workers from India are being transported to Israel under a government-to-government agreement A statement released by the Israeli government late Wednesday disclosed …

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6,000 construction workers from India to arrive in Israel in April-May amid labour shortage
8 months, 1 week ago

6,000 construction workers from India to arrive in Israel in April-May amid labour shortage

India TV News  

Jerusalem: Over 6,000 Indians will be brought to Israel during the period of April and May to help the country's construction sector meet a labour shortage following the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war in October last year. These workers will be brought to Israel via an "air shuttle" following a joint decision by the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office, the finance …

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India urges Israel to ensure safety and well-being of Indian workers
8 months, 2 weeks ago

India urges Israel to ensure safety and well-being of Indian workers

The Hindu  

April 05, 2024 02:07 am | Updated 06:10 am IST - NEW DELHI India has urged Israel to ensure the safety and security of Indian citizens who are being flown to the conflict-hit nation under a government-to-government agreement to work as blue-collar workers, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on April 4. Recruiting Indian workers Israel has been …

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India urges Israeli authorities to ensure safety of Indian workers
8 months, 2 weeks ago

India urges Israeli authorities to ensure safety of Indian workers

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: India on Thursday urged Israeli authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian nationals who are being sent to Israel under a government-to-government agreement to work in the construction sector. We have urged the Israeli authorities to do their best to take care of their safety and well-being,” external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal told a regular …

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First batch of 64 Indian workers from Haryana, Uttar Pradesh leave for Israel
8 months, 2 weeks ago

First batch of 64 Indian workers from Haryana, Uttar Pradesh leave for Israel

The Hindu  

The first batch of Indian construction workers bound for jobs in Israel during the conflict there were flagged off by Israeli ambassador Naor Gilon and government officials on April 2. The Israeli government raised an urgent request for construction workers in November 2023 and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had discussed fast-tracking the process with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in …

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First batch of Indian workers going to Israel under G2G agreement, says envoy
8 months, 2 weeks ago

First batch of Indian workers going to Israel under G2G agreement, says envoy

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: With Israeli authorities on Tuesday unveiling a move to send the first batch of Indian construction workers to Israel under a government-to-government agreement, there was no clarity on whether the Indian side had signed off on the move. Israeli ambassador Naor Gilon said in a post on X that an event was organised on Tuesday for the first …

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Taiwan wanted to hire Indians from the Northeast: Why has it sparked a row?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Taiwan wanted to hire Indians from the Northeast: Why has it sparked a row?

Firstpost  

Taiwan is looking to hire Indian workers as it faces a labour shortage. The controversy over recruiting Indians In a recent interview with Yahoo TV, Taiwan’s labour minister Hsu Ming-chun said that the island may start recruiting migrant workers from India’s northeast where people “have similar skin colour and diets like us”. Taiwan’s labour minister Hsu Ming-chun apologise on Tuesday …

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India, Taiwan sign MoU to bring Indian workers to tide over labour shortage
10 months ago

India, Taiwan sign MoU to bring Indian workers to tide over labour shortage

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India and Taiwan on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding on migration and mobility that will open the doors for Indian workers to seek employment in the island, currently facing a shortage of workers in areas such as manufacturing, construction and agriculture. Taiwan will initially seek Indian workers with good English proficiency on a small scale, and if …

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