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In response to the changes in Indias economic landscape, the Government of India has taken cr...
Safeguarding the interests of gig and platform workers, Ministry of Labour and Employment is set to ...
Following the tragic death of EY employee Anna Perayil calls for stronger employee well-being laws i...
The Delhi High Court has clarified that personal information of employees, including service records, promotion documents, and details of financial benefits, cannot be disclosed under the Right to Information (RTI) Act. This landmark decision came in response to a writ petition filed by Ryan International School, challenging an order by the Central Information Commission (CIC) […]
Samsung India Electronics, a key player in the tech industry, has taken a significant step towards resolving the ongoing strike at its Chennai facility. On October 7, 2024, the company signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with a section of workers, addressing their demands and aiming to improve the work environment. Samsung India: Collaborative Efforts […]
Citigroup, a global banking giant, has recently issued a warning to its employees regarding potential fraud and unethical behavior within the company. As part of its efforts to address control weaknesses and enhance risk management, Citigroup is now contemplating stricter oversight of work performed by contractors. Warning and Intent In an internal memo seen by […]
Delhi CM Atishi announced a substantial increase in minimum wage for unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled laborers in unorganized sector. The revised rates, effective from October 1, 2024, are set to be the highest in the country. Revised Minimum Wage Rates Unskilled Workers – Rs 18,066: Unskilled laborers, who often perform physically demanding tasks, will now […]
In a recent development, an Ernst & Young (EY) office in western India has come under scrutiny after the tragic death of one of its employees. The incident sheds light on potential violations of labor laws and raises questions about workplace conditions. EY Employee Death: Background and Violation of Labor Laws Anna Sebastian Perayil, a […]
In a significant development, the Maharashtra Labour Department has directed Ernst and Young (EY), Pune, to provide comprehensive details related to its work policies and employee welfare practices. This move comes in the wake of the tragic death of Anna Sebastian, an EY employee who succumbed to work-related stress. The department aims to investigate the […]
In a heart-wrenching incident that has brought corporate work culture under scrutiny, Anna Sebastian Perayil, a 26-year-old chartered accountant employed at Ernst & Young (EY), tragically lost her life in July 2024. Her death has raised serious concerns about the mental and physical toll faced by young professionals in high-pressure industries. The Tragic Incident and […]
Karnataka, a state in southern India, is currently deliberating a progressive paid menstrual leave proposal that could significantly impact the work-life balance of women in both the private and public sectors. The draft Bill, titled “The Right of Women to Menstrual Leave and Free Access to Menstrual Health Products,” aims to address the unique challenges faced by […]
In a recent landmark judgment, the Supreme Court of India clarified an essential aspect of employment law: the finality of an employee’s resignation. The ruling emphasizes that a resignation becomes binding only upon formal acceptance by the employer and subsequent communication to the employee. The Case The case before the Supreme Court involved a Railways […]
The Income Tax Department has recently sent demand notices to a significant number of TCS employees, ranging from 30,000 to 40,000 individuals. These notices pertain to discrepancies in their tax deducted at source (TDS) claims. The issue has raised concerns among employees and the company alike. The Glitch and Communication from TCS The tax demand varies […]
The income tax department’s recent actions have sent shockwaves through the former employee ranks of edtech giant Byju’s. Over the last ten days, several ex-employees have received notices related to unpaid Tax Deducted at Source (TDS). These notices, delivered via email and courier, pertain to taxes that were deducted by Byju’s from employees’ salaries but […]
In a move that has ignited widespread outrage, an unnamed company recently issued a memo declaring that employees can no longer take leave to care for their sick children. The policy, which surfaced on the popular Reddit forum ‘antiwork,’ has drawn sharp criticism for its seemingly harsh approach to employee well-being and work-life balance. The […]
