Thiruvananthapuram: The ongoing protest by Asha workers in Kerala demanding a pay hike entered its 50th day on Monday, with protest leaders intensifying their agitation by cutting their hair in front of the state secretariat. The symbolic act was meant to draw attention to their long-standing demands for better wages and recognition as government employees. Read More…
After nearly two weeks of relentless protests, Kerala’s Anganwadi workers have called off their strike following an assurance from Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal to address their demands within three months. The workers had been fighting for official recognition as government employees, a minimum salary of ₹21,000, timely wage payments, and better food supply standards. The Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Asha workers in Kerala have decided to continue their strike after two rounds of conciliation talks with the state government failed to reach a resolution. The workers are demanding a hike in their monthly honorarium from the current ₹7,000 to ₹21,000, along with retirement benefits of a lump sum payment of ₹5 lakh when Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a major relief for the Malayalam film industry, the Kerala Film Chamber has officially withdrawn its proposed strike after successful discussions with government representatives. The decision came after a crucial meeting where key industry concerns were addressed. Film Chamber officials confirmed that the government has assured necessary interventions to resolve ongoing challenges. With Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers in Kerala have announced an indefinite hunger strike from March 20, intensifying their ongoing protest for better wages and retirement benefits. The Kerala ASHA Health Workers’ Association leaders stated that the agitation will continue until the government meets their key demands, including an increase in honorarium and the Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Hundreds of ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers laid siege to the Kerala Secretariat today, demanding better wages and improved working conditions. The protest, organized by ASHA worker unions, saw massive participation, causing traffic disruptions in the capital city. The police imposed tight security around the Secretariat, barricading important roads and deploying additional personnel Read More…
ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers in Kerala have announced plans to intensify their ongoing protest by inviting all women in the state to join them on International Women’s Day, March 8. Speaking to reporters, the workers emphasized that their demands for better wages, job security, and recognition of their contributions to the healthcare system Read More…
Kerala’s film industry is on the brink of disruption as several film organisations have called for a statewide cinema strike, halting film production and screenings. The protest stems from wage disputes, revenue-sharing conflicts, and alleged unfair practices in the industry, creating a tense standoff between various stakeholders. However, the Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) Read More…
The Malayalam film industry is facing internal turmoil as top producers remain divided over a proposed industry-wide strike scheduled for June 1. The strike, called by various film associations, is a response to mounting financial pressures, including heavy losses due to high entertainment taxes and soaring actor remunerations. While prominent producer Antony Perumbavur has stated Read More…
Government employees and teachers across Kerala will stage a one-day strike to demand the rollback of the contributory pension scheme, seeking the reinstatement of the old pension system. The protest also calls for the initiation of the 12th Pay Revision Commission and the inclusion of the Medical Insurance Scheme for State Employees and Pensioners (Medisep) Read More…