News Topic:Workers
J&K
J&K’s shadow wage rate factor for unskilled workers falls to 0.47 in 2023–24: Study
A NITI Aayog-supported study puts J&K’s 2023–24 shadow wage rate factor at 0.47, with figures of 0.36 for rural areas and 0.96 for urban areas.
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Finance
How Delayed Emergency Response Affects Workers’ Comp in 2026
Workers in industries like construction are prone to accidents & delayed response. This guide digs into how delayed emergency responses affect workmen's compensation claims.
J&K
17 non-locals among 23 civilians killed this year in J-K
At least 23 civilians, including 17 non-locals, have been killed in Jammu and Kashmir in militancy-related incidents this year.
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Kashmir
Two migrant workers injured in suspected militant attack in Budgam’s Mazhama
In a suspected militant attack, two non-local labourers working on the Jal Jeevan Project were injured in Mazhama, Magam area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district.
Breaking News
Doctor, migrant workers among 7 killed in militant attack in Ganderbal
Seven civilians including a doctor and migrant workers were killed in a militant attack in Gagangeer area of central Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Sunday evening.
Kashmir
Four road workers injured in landslide in Pahalgam’s Chandanwari area
Four workers were injured after they came under a landslide while maintaining the road in Chandanwari area of Pahalgam on Sunday.
Business & Economy
Insuring Your Team Against the Unexpected: The Importance of Group Accident Insurance Policies in Modern Workplaces
Discover the significance of group accident insurance policies in today's fast-paced workplaces. Learn how these policies ensure employee well-being & foster trust.
Kashmir
Three UP workers killed as wall collapses in Pulwama brick kiln
Three labourers were killed after a wall collapsed at a brick kiln in Kakapora area of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district.
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Latest news
Mubarak Gul defers press conference amid uncertainty over role in NC
NC leader Mubarak Gul has deferred his November 4 press conference amid uncertainty over his organisational role and dissatisfaction following the Cabinet expansion.
JP Nadda likely to inaugurate AIIMS Kashmir
Union Health Minister JP Nadda is likely to inaugurate AIIMS Awantipora on November 5. The institute has been developed at a revised cost of over Rs 2,160 crore.
Eight prominent leaders likely to quit Apni Party
At least eight to nine prominent Apni Party leaders are reportedly considering resignation ahead of a crucial meeting with Altaf Bukhari in Srinagar on Thursday.
Must read
Aga Ruhullah announces exit from NC, resignation as Srinagar MP
Aga Ruhullah Mehdi announced his decision to quit the National Conference and resign as Srinagar MP, citing the party's failure to honour election promises.
NC govt lacks political will to free youth facing incarceration, says Waheed Para
Waheed Para said that the current NC-led government has the power to drop cases against young people who are imprisoned, but they lack the political will to do so.