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Wages climb on Labour Day as women earn faster but inequality still lingers across states
Economy
Published on 30 April 2026

Women’s earnings outpace men yet pay gaps remain
Labour Day data shows incomes are rising overall, with women’s wages growing faster than men’s. But the gains aren’t evenly shared: major pay and work-condition differences persist between states. The snapshot also flags that many workers continue to face long hours and limited social security coverage, leaving job quality far from uniform.
- Women’s wages are growing faster than men’s
- State-wise pay gaps remain wide despite overall wage growth
- Long working hours still affect many workers
- Social security coverage remains weak
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