Gig Economy India

Women make up only 0.8% of drivers on the Indian platforms studied in a new NBER paper. Those who enter value flexibility and often improve on previous earnings, but safety, …

Thousands of gig workers, led largely by women, staged nationwide protests this week to demand fair wages, social security, and legal recognition in India’s platform economy.

Women are entering gig work for flexibility and income, but old inequalities persist. This article explores what gig work truly offers women—and where it fails them.

National Youth Day 2026 invites reflection beyond celebration. As India’s young workforce grows, questions around unemployment, gig work, and work-life balance demand honest answers.

From nationwide strikes to ten-minute delivery promises, India’s gig economy reveals a system built on pressure and insecurity. As millions depend on platform work, gig worker exploitation is no longer …

Chennai has launched India’s first-ever rest pod for gig workers, offering safety, dignity, and comfort to delivery personnel. With AC seating, clean washrooms, charging ports, and water facilities, this initiative …