New Delhi, Sept. 1 -- Both Labor Day and May Day commemorate the struggles of workers, yet they do so in different ways. While May Day is observed globally on 1 May, the United States honours its workforce on the first Monday of September.

Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States to recognise the contributions of American workers and the labour movement.

Its origins trace back to the late 19th century, a period marked by long hours, low wages, and unsafe working conditions.

As labour unions and activists rose against the exploitation of the labour force in workplaces and fought for better treatment for workers at the height of the Industrial Revolution, the idea arose to establish a day dedicated to celebrating the members o...