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Updated on: Aug 2025

Labour Law

POSH Act Implementation Under Scrutiny in Maharashtra

Aug 7, 2025

Commuting Accidents Fall Under Employment Scope, Says SC

In a significant judgment delivered on July , , the Supreme Court SC of India ruled that emp...

Employment

Aug 5, 2025

Sikkim Sets Benchmark with Sabbatical Leave Policy

Government of Sikkim has launched a Sabbatical Leave Scheme for its regular and temporary government...

Labour Law

Aug 4, 2025

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TCS Misses Labour Ministry Meet, Offers Written Clarification

Tata Consultancy Services TCS, has come under scrutiny for its recent decision to lay off , e...

Labour Law

Aug 2, 2025

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Delhi Takes First Step Toward Implementing Labour Codes

Delhi government has released draft rules under the Code on Social Security, marking a significant move toward implementing long-pending labour reforms. These rules aim to extend structured welfare benefits to unorganised sector workers, including provisions for career support, accident compensation, and maternity benefits. The draft, published by the Labour Department, invites public feedback and suggestions, […]

Aug 1, 2025

Labour Law

TCS Faces Government Scrutiny for Workforce Restructuring

Ministry of Labour and Employment has formally summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to address two pressing issues: the layoff of approximately 12,000 employees and the delayed onboarding of 600 lateral hires. The meeting, scheduled for August 1, 2025, will be held at Shramev Jayate Bhawan in New Delhi, with senior TCS executives expected to attend […]

Jul 31, 2025

Labour Law

Karnataka Poised to Reject Centre’s 10-Hour Workday Proposal

The central government recently proposed an amendment to the Karnataka Shops and Establishments Act, 1961, aiming to increase the daily work hours from 9 to 10, while retaining the weekly cap at 48 hours. The stated objective was to offer greater flexibility to employers and employees, potentially enabling a five-day workweek. However, the proposal has […]

Jul 30, 2025

Labour Law

Delhi Government Approves Night Shift Policy for Women

Delhi government has approved a proposal allowing women to work night shifts in shops and commercial establishments. Announced by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on July 29, 2025, the decision marks a major step toward enhancing women’s participation in the workforce and positioning Delhi as a 24×7 business hub. Calling it a “historic decision,” Rekha emphasized […]

Jul 30, 2025

Employment

Maharashtra Revenue Staff Must Use Face App for Attendance

Maharashtra Revenue Department has made digital attendance through the Face App mandatory for all its employees. The directive, announced by Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, links the disbursement of August salaries (to be paid in September) to compliance with the new attendance system. The initiative aligns with a central government directive and is part of a […]

Jul 26, 2025

Employment

Himachal Pradesh Ends Ad Hoc Hiring with New Trainee Policy

Himachal Pradesh government has officially rolled out a Trainee Policy aimed at replacing the long-standing ad hoc employment system in public sector appointments. Notified on July 19, 2025, the policy introduces a structured two-year training period for new recruits, after which they will be regularised through departmental examinations. The move is intended to bring transparency, […]

Jul 26, 2025

Compensation

8th Pay Commission May Recommend 13% Salary Hike

The Government of India is preparing to constitute the 8th Pay Commission (CPC), which is expected to recommend a 13% effective salary hike for nearly 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. While the commission was announced in January 2025, its formal setup—including the appointment of members and definition of Terms of Reference […]

Jul 26, 2025

Labour Law

No Special Leave Needed: Existing Rules Cover Elder Care

In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on July 25, 2025, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh reaffirmed that Central Government (CG) employees are entitled to 30 days of earned leave (EL) each year. This may be used for any personal reason, including providing care for elderly parents. This clarification comes amid […]

Jul 25, 2025

Labour Law

Govt Confirms 8th Pay Commission, Seeks Stakeholder Inputs

The central government has officially confirmed its decision to constitute the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC). The announcement, made during the Monsoon Session of Parliament, marks the first formal step toward revising compensation structures under the next pay cycle. The 8th CPC is expected to affect approximately 50 lakh central government employees and 65 […]

Jul 22, 2025

Labour Law

Maharashtra Forms Task Force to Study Office Timings

Maharashtra government has initiated a pilot program to test staggered office timings and explore alternative transport solutions across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). The move was prompted by a tragic incident in June 2025, where five commuters died after falling from an overcrowded train between Mumbra and Diva stations. This led to renewed urgency in […]

Jul 19, 2025

Labour Law

Delhi High Court Slams Wipro Over Defamatory Termination Letter

Delhi High Court has ordered Wipro Limited to pay ₹2 lakh in compensatory damages to a former employee for defamatory remarks made in his termination letter. The ruling, delivered by Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, sets a precedent in Indian employment law by recognizing the reputational harm caused by stigmatic language in internal HR documents. The […]

Jul 17, 2025

Compensation

8th Pay Commission: Timeline, Fitment Factor, and Salary Boost

Union Cabinet has given in-principle approval for the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, which will revise salaries, pensions, and allowances for central government employees and pensioners. According to reports by Ambit Institutional Equities, the commission is expected to submit its recommendations by the end of 2025, with implementation likely to begin from January 1, […]

Jul 15, 2025