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Updated on: Feb 2025

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Maharashtra Makes Marathi Official Language for Govt Work

Feb 5, 2025

Budget New Income Tax Bill to be Introduced Next Week

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced during the presentation of the Union Budget ...

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Feb 1, 2025

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Union Budget Key Changes to Income Tax Slabs and Rates

The Union Budget , presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, introduced significant chan...

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Feb 1, 2025

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Federal DEI Roles Eliminated Under New Trump Executive Order

In a controversial move, the Trump administration has initiated the elimination of Diversity, Equity...

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Jan 25, 2025

Latest news: Federal DEI Roles Eliminated Under New Trump Executive Order - SightsIn Plus

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Karnataka IT Union Condemns L&T’s 90-Hour Workweek Proposal

The Karnataka State IT Employees Union (KITU) has strongly criticized L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan’s recent comments advocating for a 90-hour work week. The union called it an example of corporate greed, highlighting the detrimental impact such a proposal would have on workers’ well-being. Karnataka Union: L&T Chairman’s Controversial Remarks During an employee interaction, Subrahmanyan lamented […]

Jan 15, 2025

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Infosys Files Counterclaim Against Cognizant, Accuses CEO of Misconduct

India’s second-largest software exporter, Infosys, has filed a counterclaim against NASDAQ-listed Cognizant in a US Court. The counterclaim, filed on January 10, 2025, accuses Cognizant and its CEO, Ravi Kumar, of engaging in anticompetitive tactics and misusing sensitive information to hinder the growth of its healthcare platform, Infosys Helix. Infosys vs. Cognizant: Background The legal […]

Jan 10, 2025

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Government Expands Social Security for Unorganised Workers

Indian government has announced a series of measures aimed at enhancing social security coverage for over 380 million unorganised workers. These initiatives are part of a broader effort to ensure ease of living and financial stability for a significant portion of the workforce that often lacks formal employment benefits. Expanding Coverage and Integration of Data […]

Jan 6, 2025

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Haryana Government Launches Upgraded e-HRMS 2.0

Haryana government has announced the launch of the upgraded Haryana Human Resource Management System (e-HRMS) 2.0, aimed at streamlining the management of state government employees. This new system is designed to enhance efficiency in employee placements, transfers, and postings while ensuring optimal utilization of government resources. Haryana Government: Management of State Employees The upgraded e-HRMS […]

Jan 6, 2025

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Centre Calls for Deregulation of Women-Unfriendly Work Laws

The central government has advised state governments to prioritize the deregulation of laws that are unfriendly to women workers. This recommendation was made during the National Conference of Chief Secretaries held from December 13-15, 2024, with the aim of attracting investments, creating jobs, and bolstering economic growth. Systematic Deregulation for Economic Growth The central government […]

Dec 31, 2024

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Jharkhand Govt: 3% DA Hike for Employees and Pensioners

Jharkhand government has announced a 3% increase in the dearness allowance (DA) for its employees, effective from July 1, 2024. This decision, approved during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Hemant Soren, aims to provide financial relief to over 300,000 employees and pensioners in the state. Jharkhand Govt DA Hike: Background and Rationale Dearness […]

Dec 27, 2024

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Karnataka HC Orders Employer Consultation for Wage Revisions

Karnataka HC has recently ruled that employers should be consulted when fixing or revising minimum wages. This decision came after a division bench comprising Chief Justice N V Anjaria and Justice K V Aravind heard an appeal by various employers’ associations, including the Karnataka Employers Association. The ruling overturned a single judge’s order from September […]

Dec 23, 2024

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Netflix Adjusts Parental Leave Policy to Balance Business Needs

Netflix, once known for its groundbreaking unlimited parental leave policy, has announced a significant revision to its employee benefits. The streaming giant, which initially introduced the policy in 2015 to attract top talent, has now scaled back the offering due to practical challenges and staffing issues. Netflix Unlimited Parental Leave Policy In 2015, Netflix introduced […]

Dec 16, 2024

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Google India Files Lawsuit Against Ex-Employee in Texas

Google India has initiated legal proceedings in the United States against Harshit Roy, a former employee from its Bengaluru office, for leaking confidential trade secrets related to its Pixel devices. The lawsuit, filed in Texas federal court, accuses Roy of stealing and publicly sharing proprietary information about Google’s chip designs. Details of the Case by […]

Dec 2, 2024

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Labour Minister Highlights Delay in Draft Rules by Five States

Labour Minister of State, Shobha Karandlaje, recently informed Parliament that five states are yet to pre-publish draft rules under three Labour Codes on Industrial Relations, Social Security, and Occupational Safety. This delay is a significant hurdle in the implementation of the labour reforms aimed at simplifying and modernizing the country’s labour laws. Background on Labour […]

Nov 27, 2024

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KSRTC Employees to Get Salaries on the First Day of Each Month

The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation has announced a significant change in KSRTC employees salary payment schedule. From now on, KSRTC employees will receive their salaries on the first day of every month. This decision was announced by Transport Minister KB Ganesh Kumar during the inauguration of a new Emergency Medical Unit at the Thampanoor […]

Nov 8, 2024

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Tech Mahindra issued notice by High Court Over Employee Rights

The Telangana High Court has issued a notice to Tech Mahindra in Hyderabad for failing to provide a relieving letter to a former employee. This notice addresses concerns over employee rights related to the issuance of relieving letters. The court has also summoned Vinay Agarwal, head of Tech Mahindra’s Human Resources department, to appear before […]

Nov 5, 2024