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The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
INTUC asks Centre for invitation to tripartite meetings, blames Air India crash on privatisation
The working committee of the Indian National Trade Union Congress (INTUC), the trade union arm of the Congress, which met here on Sunday (July 20, 2025), has resolved to question the Centre's decision not to invite it to various tripartite panels. Pointing to last month's deadly Air India crash in Ahmedabad, INTUC said it was proof that the policy of privatisation is a serious threat to the life and safety of the common people. The trade union also favoured the formation of workers' cooperatives against exploitation by online and platform companies. Editorial | Need for a revamp: On the Ahmedabad air crash probe, aviation safety Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh, who addressed the working committee, said the Centre is doing an injustice to lakhs of workers by not inviting INTUC to tripartite meetings. Claiming that workers are the 'vote bank' of the Congress, he said that the BJP-led government does not care for the welfare of workers. 'Anti-worker policies' The political resolution passed by the committee said that the workers and common people of the country are passing through a difficult situation because of the anti-worker, anti-people policies being pursued by the NDA government at the Centre. 'After it (came) back to power for the third term, the working class are facing serious challenges to all the basic rights of the workers, which include working hours, minimum wages, social security, unionisation, recognition, collective bargaining, agitations and the right to strike,' the resolution said. 'The recent amendment in the Trade Unions Act by the West Bengal Government regarding the the eligibility of office-bearers of the unions of industrial establishments is another threat,' it added. Another resolution said the trade union has been raising the issue of restoration of INTUC representation in various tripartite bodies, including in international fora. 'Since 2017, the INTUC has been denied representation on boards and committees constituted by the Ministry of Labour & Employment and important consultations to discuss even the Labour Codes and representation in International Labour Conferences of the International Labour Organisation, which is a discriminatory attitude towards the INTUC,' the resolution said. Cooperatives for modern times The committee noted that cooperatives can be spaces of mutual aid and collective decision-making, aligned with union values of worker empowerment. Opinion | Steps to reclaiming India's cooperative dream 'Cooperative formation gives access to state support (credit, training, subsidies), which many unions can't avail in their current form. Cooperatives can create sustainable livelihoods, especially for informal workers, gig workers, and platform-based labour where formal unionisation is difficult. In sectors where labour laws do not apply, cooperatives offer a new foothold for organising workers without waiting for legal recognition,' another resolution said. With growing informalisation, growth of gig and platform work, decline of standard employment, changing labour laws, diminishing collective bargaining, and the government's push for 'ease of doing business', trade unions also are adopting innovative organising methods. it added. 'No FIR on AI crash' On the Air India crash, the INTUC said it was unfortunate that no FIR has yet been registered against any responsible person or private operator, nor has any punitive action been taken. 'The lives of the deceased cannot be valued by just giving compensation, especially in those cases where the entire family has perished. The Government has not announced any kind of relief,' the committee said. 'This accident is enough to tell that when the important public services of the country like Airports, Railways, Electricity, Road transport, Health, Security etc. are handed over to private hands, then their purpose becomes only profit-making. Not public service, and security, accountability and transparency become secondary,' it added.
Hans India
2 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Digvijaya Singh demands to increase wages of Indore's sanitation workers
Indore: As Indore retained its top spot as the cleanest city in the country for the eight time in a row, senior Congress leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh said that 'sanitation workers', who are the real heroes, are forced to survive on minimum monthly wages. He added that sanitation workers who made Indore as the cleanest city for eight times, "neither they get respect nor job security", and are forced to survive with minimum monthly wages, which is not enough to pay the monthly school fee of their children. "Sanitation workers, who wake up every morning at 4 a.m., even if it is raining, and keep working to make Indore clean. But the sad part is that their monthly salary is just Rs 10,500, which is not even enough for their children's higher secondary education," Singh wrote on social media platform X. He raised three basics demands of sanitation workers of Indore, urging Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and the State Urban Development Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya to provide job security and increase monthly wages as they deserve it. "Indore's cleanliness will only be meaningful when the lives of sanitation workers are also clean, safe and respected. I would request Chief Minister and Urban Administration Minister to address these demands," Singh wrote. Indore's consistent success in maintaining its cleanliness is not accidental, the Congress leader said. It is the result of a multi-pronged approach encompassing robust waste management, smart infrastructure, strong civic engagement, and innovative services, he added. Unlike many other cities, Indore has successfully implemented a system where every household and commercial establishment is encouraged to segregate waste into six distinct categories: wet, dry, plastic, e-waste, sanitary, and hazardous. The fact is that Indore had become a leader in waste treatment as nearly all generated daily waste is processed and converted into valuable resources. A large-scale Gobar-Dhan plant plays a crucial role, processing up to 550–692 tonnes of wet waste daily to produce bio-CNG and organic compost. Indore has successfully transformed certain areas, including wards, markets, zoos, slums, and resident welfare associations (RWAs) into "zero-waste zones". Within these communities, segregation, reuse, composting, and recycling are actively practised. Beside all these, Indore district administration along with Municipal Corporation have launched several initiatives that were impactful, especially in behavioural change campaigns like "Bartan Banks" to discourage single-use plastics and "Jhola Banks" for cloth bags. Citizens, students, shopkeepers, and local committees actively participate in cleanliness pledges and competitions. To deter littering, the city utilises CCTV monitoring and imposes fines. The municipal corporation even implements stern enforcement measures, including termination for non-compliant staff, highlighting their commitment to maintaining high standards.
News18
4 days ago
- Politics
- News18
‘1 Country, 2 Laws?' Digvijaya Singh's Kanwar Yatra Post Stirs Row, BJP Calls Him 'Maulana'
Last Updated: Digvijaya Singh's Facebook post questioned religious processions and alleged bias during Kanwar Yatra. BJP's Vishwas Sarang accused him of targeting Hindu traditions. Senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh has sparked a political row after he shared a controversial post on Facebook amid the ongoing Kanwar Yatra in the country. Sharing two pictures – one where a Kanwar Yatra is blocking a road and the other where people are offering namaz – the Congress leader followed it up with a provocative question. Questioning religious processions and alleged administrative bias, Singh captioned the post, 'One country, two laws?" which triggered a massive backlash from the ruling BJP. Madhya Pradesh minister Vishwas Sarang criticised Singh and accused him of repeatedly targeting Sanatan Dharma and disrespecting Hindu traditions. He said that the Congress leader always tries to create disturbance and controversy during Hindu religious festivals. Sarang further labelled the Congress veteran as 'Maulana Digvijaya Singh," implying he often speaks in favour of the Muslim community while opposing Hindu causes. 'Maulana Digvijaya Singh only opposes Sanatan Dharma. He even tries to create controversy around sacred festivals like the Kanwar Yatra but nothing more can be expected from him. The same Digvijaya Singh who glorifies Zakir Naik, talks about protecting terrorists, questions every army operation and promotes pro-Pakistan sentiments, continues to play politics of appeasement… That's why people call him 'Maulana Digvijaya Singh'," Sarang said as quoted by media reports. Congress Defends In response, Congress leader PC Sharma defended Singh, clarifying the intent behind the post. He said Singh's message was rooted in constitutional equality as envisioned by Dr BR Ambedkar. 'His point was simple: the Constitution is equal for all. Issues during public events, whether it's Kanwar Yatra or namaz, should be resolved through dialogue, not by harassing citizens or letting scrap dealers damage vehicles in front of passive police," Sharma said as quoted by NDTV. Kanwar Yatra is being carried out across the country this month. In different states, Kanwars are reaching their villages or nearby temples with river water and performing Jalabhishek of Lord Shiva. view comments First Published: July 16, 2025, 18:46 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CM seeks detailed report on Harda lathi-charge, Karni Sena warns of consequences in Bihar polls
Bhopal: CM Mohan Yadav sought a detailed investigation report from the district administration of Harda on the alleged police lathi-charge on students inside hostels. The CM, who is on an official foreign tour in Spain, took to 'X' and said, "Taking cognisance of the Harda hostel incident, I have sought a detailed investigation report from the district administration. For our govt, social justice and mutual harmony are the highest priority." He further stated, "No one will be allowed to disrupt social harmony in Madhya Pradesh." Yadav's action comes after Karni Sena National President Mahipal Singh Makrana warned the BJP govt on the police action against Rajput youths. He mentioned that in several past elections, the BJP acknowledged their victory in electoral polls to Rajput voters. "And now, the same BJP govt is disregarding our community. If the BJP continues to behave in this manner with Rajputs, then massive protests will take place before the Bihar assembly elections," Makrana said. State Congress' Thakur leaders, including former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh and former LOP Ajay Singh, deeply condemned the alleged police excess on students. Two days after the July 13 lathi-charge incident, Rajya Sabha MP Digvijaya Singh reached Harda to meet students who were lathi-charged by the police. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cách giao dịch ETH/USD mà không cần nắm giữ Ether IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Singh said, "The way students, even girl students, were lathi-charged in the hostels… four to five persons were surrounded by the police. Take them to the police station or wherever they are to be taken. But students being beaten up is unacceptable." Former LOP Ajay Singh stated that the use of force is not the solution to every problem. "This worsens the situation instead of improving it. And this is what happened. Now the protest of Karni Sena is gradually spreading to other districts as well. Before the situation becomes more unpleasant, the administration should find a solution through mutual dialogue," Ajay Singh said. The Karni Sena protest of July 13 in Harda started after an office-bearer of the organisation, Ashish Singh Rajput, filed a complaint with the police that he was defrauded of Rs 18 lakh by a person identified as Mohit Verma and two others. A day before the protests, on July 12, the police were taking accused Mohit Verma to court when workers of the Karni Sena Parivar demanded that the accused be handed over to them. When the situation worsened, police arrested Karni Sena district president Sunil Rajput, complainant of the fraud case Ashish Rajput, and two others. These arrests led to the protest in Harda. To disperse the crowd, police resorted to lathi-charge and firing tear-gas shells. Sixty Karni Sena leaders and workers, including the National President of Karni Sena Parivar Jeevan Singh Sherpur, were arrested and later released. Meanwhile, protests by the Karni Sena spread to various parts of the state. The Congress party alleged that police entered hostels and beat up students during the lathi-charge.
New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
One Nation, Two Laws: Digvijaya Singh's social media post kicks up political row
BHOPAL: Rajya Sabha member and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh's Facebook post sparked a political row on Wednesday. Captioned 'Ek Desh Do Kanoon' (One Nation, Two Laws), the post by the septuagenarian politician showed two pictures – one where the Kanwar Yatra is blocking the road and the other where a cop is seen kicking men offering namaz on the road. The post pictorially questioned two sets of actions by authorities on the religious practices of different communities. The post triggered angry reactions from the ruling BJP. Slamming the senior Congress leader over the post, the MP cabinet minister, Vishwas Sarang, termed Singh as 'Maulana Digvijaya Singh.' 'He only opposes Sanatan Dharma. He has not even spared the holy Kanwar Yatra. What else can be expected from a man (Singh) who has glorified anti-India Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, but questioned every operation of the Indian defence forces and never missed any opportunity to defame the Sanatan Dharma and Hindu sadhus. But mocking our festivals and holy Yatras through such social media posts will no longer be tolerated, he (Singh) needs to apologise,' Sarang said.
