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Gig workers may get social security benefits through 2% transaction levy on businesses

New Delhi: The government is considering a levy of 2% per transaction, instead of on total turnover, on aggregators to fund social security benefits for…

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Gig workers get a seat at the table as Centre notifies social security boards

The ministry of labour and employment has notified the National Social Security Board for unorganised workers and gig and platform workers, paving the way for…

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Govt to roll out social security schemes for gig workers; e-Shram integration deadline set for June 22

New Delhi: The government is moving to roll out social security benefits for gig and platform workers, including accident insurance, health coverage, maternity support and…

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Government firming up changes to EPF, pension and insurance schemes for gig workers

The government is firming up changes to its provident fund, pension and insurance schemes in line with the labour codes to bring gig and platform…

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