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Tea Garden Workers in West Bengal Demand 20% Bonus Amid Protests

02 Oct 2024

West Bengal's tea garden workers are intensifying their protests against management’s advisory recommending a 16% bonus instead of their demanded 20%. The workers organized a "Chakka Jam" movement on Wednesday, blocking roads in various locations, including the Rohini area of Kurseong. Stalled Negotiations and Workers’ Discontent According to union leaders,...

PM Modi spends time at tea garden in Assam, promotes tourism around it

09 Mar 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on a two-day visit to Assam, took a break from his busy schedule to visit a tea estate and appreciate the tea garden community's efforts. In a post on his social media handle, he encouraged tourists to explore Assam's tea gardens, highlighting their role in...