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K.R. Market vendors go on bandh over new parking arrangements

K.R. Market vendors go on bandh over new parking arrangements

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A view of K.R. Market in Bengaluru on Tuesday. | Photo Credit: SUDHAKARA JAIN The iconic K.R. Market in the heart of the city wore a deserted look on Tuesday, with empty carts, fewer customers, and an eerie silence at a place where the buzz never ends. The scene was the result of a bandh called by the Karnataka Rajya Raitha Sangha and Green Brigade (KRRSGB). The bandh was organised against the recent parking arrangements at K.R. Market, with protesters arguing that the changes have severely disrupted the functioning of the market and have affected farmers, traders, and street vendors. For many street vendors, the issue goes beyond logistics and directly threatens their livelihoods. They alleged that civic officials had asked them to vacate their original vending spots and relocate inside the market, which would also require them to pay more money. Lakshmi, a flower vendor, said, “They (the corporation) destroyed the place where we earn our livelihood. How do they expect us to buy a spot inside and then sell there? We will incur …

Pune Police curbs spark row as Supriya Sule raises livelihood concerns of vendors

Pune Police curbs spark row as Supriya Sule raises livelihood concerns of vendors

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Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) Member of Parliament (MP) Supriya Sule has strongly criticised the Pune City Police for imposing wide-ranging prohibitry orders in the city, accusing the administration of targeting small businessmen and street vendors instead of addressing rising crime. In a tweet on Tuesday, Sule questioned the rationale behind the restrictions, stating, “Pune has now become a 24-hour working city. By stepping on the stomachs of small businessmen who earn their livelihood on a daily basis, what exactly is the police administration trying to prove?” Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Bhooth Bangla makers react to unpaid dues allegations by vendors amid box office success

Bhooth Bangla makers react to unpaid dues allegations by vendors amid box office success

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Even as Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla continues to enjoy a good run and positive word-of-mouth at the box office, the film recently found itself caught in the middle of a controversy. Several vendors claimed that their payments were still pending despite the movie’s success. Amid the allegations, the makers have now broken their silence to clarify their stand. Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla was released on April 17. Bhooth Bangla issues clarification According to a Mid-day report, several vendors associated with the film have alleged that their payments are still pending despite the film’s theatrical success. In the report, one vendor claimed that the makers owe him close to ₹30 lakh in fees, stating, “Payments are getting stuck for months. Once the film releases, it becomes difficult to get the money out. The 90-day invoice clearance has become a thing of the past.” Another member claimed that he has been waiting months to be paid their fee of ₹18 lakh. Additionally, the report also claimed that writer Pranjal Kriplani has apparently sent producers …

Bhooth Bangla: Vendors complain of pending dues worth Rs 48 lakh as Ekta Kapoor celebrates career’s biggest hit | Bollywood News

Bhooth Bangla: Vendors complain of pending dues worth Rs 48 lakh as Ekta Kapoor celebrates career’s biggest hit | Bollywood News

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4 min readMumbaiMay 7, 2026 09:39 AM IST Ekta Kapoor took to her Instagram handle on Wednesday to heap praises on lead actor Akshay Kumar, director Priyadarshan, and other primary cast members of her latest production, Bhooth Bangla, which has earned over Rs 211 crore worldwide since its release last month on April 17. She thanked them individually, and expressed gratitude to Priyadarshan for giving her career’s biggest hit yet. However, many vendors associated with the film have accused the production house over non-payment of dues, as per a report in Mid-day. Mounting dues as vendors allege non-payment Vendors who worked on Bhooth Bangla have alleged non-payment of dues even though the film has released and become a hit at the box office. While one of them claimed they haven’t been paid dues worth Rs 30 lakh, another alleged non-payment of their dues of Rs 18 lakh. As per the report, such long delays in payment of dues has become quite rampant these days. Once the film releases, it becomes even more difficult to extract …

Why RCB, Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings at the IPL make a difference to merch vendors | Cricket News

Why RCB, Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings at the IPL make a difference to merch vendors | Cricket News

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Outside the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the evening builds gradually. It’s April 27 and chants of “RCB, RCB” rise from groups of supporters as they spill out of autos and the Delhi Metro. Between the sea of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Delhi Capitals jerseys at entry gates, along the pavement is a parallel economy. There are blue plastic sheets spread on the concrete path, jerseys and caps in neat piles while some are draped on shoulders as a waking advertisement. It’s a market that depends on these ardent, exuberant crowds, who have paid anywhere from Rs 1,400 to Rs over 2,500 for a ticket, but their margins as merch vendors are way narrower. For 28-year-old Maahi, who has been selling jerseys for nearly 10 years, the cricket leagues remain the most reliable period of business in the year. “If it’s a good match, I can earn Rs 2,000- 3,000,” she says, arranging a stack of RCB jerseys. Originally from Bihar, she moved to Delhi after her marriage about 12 years ago. “My husband …

Commercial kitchens feel the burn as LPG prices soar; Restaurants owner, street vendors speak out

Commercial kitchens feel the burn as LPG prices soar; Restaurants owner, street vendors speak out

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The fire in commercial kitchens just got significantly more expensive. Effective May 1, 2026, the cost of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has surged by approximately ₹993, landing at a staggering ₹3,071.50, from its earlier ₹2,078, making it a nearly 50% hike. For many, this isn’t just a price hike; it’s a systemic shock. Commercial kitchens feel the burn as LPG prices soar; Restaurants owner, street vendors speak out While the government pushes for a gas-neutral future, the architectural reality of Delhi also stands in the way. Pranav Girish Patel, Store Manager of Hengbok restaurant in Andheri West says the impact of the price hike doesn’t fall on their place as they have been working on a gas pipeline connection. “Our prices won’t see any change, as thankfully due to the pipeline connection, we don’t have to spend any extra amount from our side,” he says. Future-proofing the menu For larger chains, the blow has been softened by foresight. Prashant Pallath, owner of the Tanjore Tiffin Room which has branches across Mumbai, says the price hike will be …

PM SVANidhi goes rural in Prayagraj, 10,000 vendors to benefit

PM SVANidhi goes rural in Prayagraj, 10,000 vendors to benefit

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In a push toward inclusive economic growth, rural street vendors in Prayagraj will now receive collateral-free loans and digital training under the expanded PM SVANidhi (Prime Minister Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi) scheme—benefits previously limited to urban areas. Roadside snack vendors with their carts in Prayagraj (For representation only) The initiative, which has already supported over 82,000 urban vendors in the district, is being extended for the first time to rural and peri-urban (rural–urban fringe) regions. More than 10,000 vendors across six development blocks such as Jasra, Bahadurpur, Phulpur, Soraon, Bhagwatpur and Shankargarh are expected to benefit. The registration process is currently underway, district officials said. Street vendors, who typically operate from temporary setups along roadsides and pavements, often face a shortage of working capital. The scheme seeks to address this gap by offering collateral-free, interest-subsidised loans, enabling them to sustain and expand their businesses. According to District Urban Development Agency (DUDA) project officer Pratibha Srivastava, the scheme has already exceeded its targets in urban areas. Against a target of 50,841 vendors in the district, 55,246 …

LPG shortage hits street food stalls hard

LPG shortage hits street food stalls hard

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By early evening, the stretch outside Ramoshi Gate comes alive with the familiar rhythm of Pune’s street food scene — the hiss of oil in hot kadais, the clatter of steel plates and the aroma of spices drifting through the air. A row of carts and small stalls serves everything from chaat and sandwiches to dosas, Indo-Chinese noodles and quick evening snacks. Delivery riders pause beside their bikes, construction workers line up after a long shift, and students gather for a quick bite before heading home. But on Wednesday evening, the scene was noticeably different. Most of the carts that usually line the stretch remained shut, their counters empty and stoves cold. Only two stalls were operating — a Davangere dosa cart and a cold milk vendor that does not rely on LPG for cooking. Vendors in the area said many stalls had been forced to suspend operations temporarily as they struggled to secure fresh LPG cylinder supplies. “LPG problem hai, isliye kai logon ne stall band rakha hai (LPG problem is there and so …

Two momo vendors found dead in northwest Delhi’s Jahangir Puri; gas inhalation suspected

Two momo vendors found dead in northwest Delhi’s Jahangir Puri; gas inhalation suspected

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New Delhi, Two men were found dead inside a closed room in northwest Delhi’s Jahangir Puri area on Saturday morning, with police suspecting accidental gas inhalation while preparing momos, an official said. Two momo vendors found dead in northwest Delhi’s Jahangir Puri; gas inhalation suspected Police said a PCR call was received at the Jahangir Puri police station early on Saturday regarding some persons found unconscious in a room. A police team rushed to the spot and found two men lying unconscious on a bed. They were later declared dead, he said. The deceased were identified as Musafik Aalam and Ruksad Aalam , both residents of Jahangir Puri. Preliminary inquiry revealed that the two were engaged in preparing momos inside a room using a gas-based momo heater or sigari, police said. The room was bolted from the inside, and the heater was allegedly kept switched on during the night. The two men reportedly went to sleep without turning off the gas-based equipment. It wasn’t immediately clear when they were planning to switch it off. On …

PM Modi Launches SVANidhi Card In Kerala: What Is This ‘Credit Scheme’ For Street Vendors? | India News

PM Modi Launches SVANidhi Card In Kerala: What Is This ‘Credit Scheme’ For Street Vendors? | India News

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Last Updated:January 23, 2026, 13:08 IST PM Modi launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card in Kerala, offering UPI-linked, interest-free credit to street vendors and extending the scheme till March 31, 2030. Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitates a beneficiary during the launch of various developmental projects and flagging off of new train services in Kerala. (PTI/File) As part of efforts to strengthen urban livelihood, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card in Kerala, marking the next phase of financial inclusion for street vendors. The UPI-linked, interest-free revolving credit facility is aimed at providing instant liquidity, encouraging digital transactions, and helping beneficiaries build formal credit histories. The Prime Minister also disbursed PM SVANidhi loans to one lakh beneficiaries, including street vendors from the state. What Is PM SVANidhi Credit Card? Launched in June 2020, the PM SVANidhi scheme was designed to help street vendors overcome financial hardships and revive their businesses during the pandemic. Since its inception, the scheme has evolved beyond financial assistance, providing vendors with a sense of identity and …