Labour Law: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Mar 2025

Labour Law

UP Government to Centralize Contractual Workforce Management

Mar 24, 2025

JPMorgan Shifts Focus in Diversity Programs From Equity to Opportunity

JPMorgan Chase, one of the largest financial institutions in the world, has announced significant ch...

Labour Law

Mar 24, 2025

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New SEBI Rules to Clarify ESOP Benefits for Promoters

Securities and Exchange Board of India SEBI has released a consultation paper proposing significan...

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Mar 22, 2025

Latest news: New SEBI Rules to Clarify ESOP Benefits for Promoters - SightsIn Plus

Calcutta High Court Upholds Employee Rights Against Employer Errors

Calcutta High Court has ruled that the No Work No Pay principle cannot be applied in cases where t...

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Mar 22, 2025

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Labour Law

Karnataka Workers Seek Relief from Scorching Heat with Revised Timings

As temperatures soar past 42°C in Karnataka, government employees and laborers across the state are calling for a change in working hours to cope with the extreme heat. The relentless summer has made it increasingly difficult for workers, particularly in rural areas, to perform their duties efficiently. This demand for revised schedules has gained momentum, […]

Mar 20, 2025

Labour Law

Income Tax Filing 2025: Which Tax Regime Should You Choose?

As the deadline for filing Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the Assessment Year 2025-26 approaches, taxpayers in India are faced with a critical decision: choosing between the Old Tax Regime and the New Tax Regime. Both regimes offer distinct advantages and cater to different financial profiles, making it essential for individuals to evaluate their options […]

Mar 18, 2025

Labour Law

New Labour Codes Spark Debate Over Worker Protections

India’s new labour codes, set to be implemented in stages starting in 2025, aim to consolidate and simplify the country’s complex labour laws. These reforms promise to streamline compliance and expand social security. However, they have sparked concerns among trade unions and labour organizations about potential gaps in worker protections. Consolidation of Labour Laws in […]

Mar 17, 2025

Labour Law

Kohl’s Expands Supplier Diversity Program Amid DEI Framework Shift

Kohl’s, a leading U.S. department store chain, has restructured its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) framework. The company has replaced the title of its Chief DEI Officer with a broader designation and expanded its supplier diversity program to include a wider range of small businesses. These changes come amidst a shifting landscape of corporate DEI […]

Mar 17, 2025

Labour Law

NITES Accuses Infosys of Violating Apprenticeship Laws Amid Layoffs

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT giants, is facing allegations of violating the Apprentices Act, 1961, and the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, following the termination of hundreds of apprentices. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship has taken up the matter for examination after receiving complaints from NITES. This development has sparked widespread debate about the treatment […]

Mar 12, 2025

Industry

IT Unions Fight Against Extended Working Hours and Unpaid Overtime

In recent months, the Indian Information Technology (IT) sector has been at the center of a significant labor movement, as employees and unions intensify their demands to curtail increasing working hours and eliminate unpaid overtime. This surge in activism underscores a growing concern over work-life balance, employee well-being, and the enforcement of labor rights within […]

Mar 10, 2025

Labour Law

Goldman Sachs Drops Diversity Section from Annual Filing

Goldman Sachs, one of the world’s leading investment banks, has recently made headlines by dropping the diversity and inclusion (D&I) section from its latest annual filing. This move has sparked significant debate and raised questions about the future of diversity initiatives within the company and the broader financial industry. This report delves into the details […]

Feb 28, 2025

Labour Law

Infosys Layoffs Spark Controversy: Nasscom Stands by Tech Industry Practices

In recent weeks, Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, has faced significant scrutiny and criticism following the layoffs of hundreds of trainees at its Mysuru campus. The layoffs have sparked outrage among employees and labor unions. This has led to investigations by the Karnataka Labour Department and the Union Ministry of Labour and […]

Feb 28, 2025

Labour Law

Meta Faces Lawsuit Alleging Hiring Bias Against American Workers

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States for allegedly favoring foreign workers on H-1B visas over American citizens in its hiring practices. The lawsuit, filed by three U.S. citizens, claims that Meta systematically prioritized hiring H-1B visa holders between 2020 and 2024 to reduce […]

Feb 28, 2025

Labour Law

Infosys Defends Layoffs as Government Probes NITES’ Allegations

Union Labour Ministry has once again intervened in the ongoing dispute between Infosys and the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) over the recent layoffs of trainees at Infosys’ Mysuru campus. The intervention comes after NITES raised fresh claims against the IT giant, alleging unfair termination practices. Infosys, however, has dismissed these allegations, maintaining that […]

Feb 27, 2025

Compensation

Maharashtra Government Employees Get 3% DA Hike, Arrears to Be Paid in February

Maharashtra government has announced a 3% increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees. This decision comes after an eight-month-long wait and addresses the demands of various employee associations who had been advocating for a hike since July 2024. The announcement, which includes the payment of arrears, is expected to benefit approximately 1.6 […]

Feb 26, 2025

Labour Law

Infosys Cooperates with Labour Department Amid Layoff Controversy

Infosys, one of India’s leading IT services companies, is currently under the spotlight as the Labour Department investigates its employment practices. Shaji Mathew, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Infosys, has confirmed that the Labour Department is in touch with the company regarding ongoing investigations. This news comes amid growing scrutiny over Infosys’ handling […]

Feb 20, 2025