Zomato and Swiggy are increasing incentives for delivery partners on New Year’s Eve. This comes as gig workers plan a nationwide strike on December 31, 2025. Unions are demanding better pay and working conditions. The strike aims to disrupt services during a busy period. Workers seek restoration of old payout structures and removal of 10-minute delivery.

India’s external affairs minister S Jaishankar conveyed Prime Minister Modi’s condolences to BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman in Dhaka following the passing of former PM Begum Khaleda Zia. Jaishankar highlighted Zia’s significant influence on India-Bangladesh ties and expressed optimism for future partnership development. India is officially participating in the funeral rites.

Kanchan Gupta questioned why passengers should fund the salaries and benefits of IndiGo’s cabin crew if they are not willing to offer basic assistance during a flight.