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A group of women professionals has filed a public interest litigation PIL in the Karnataka High Co...
Telangana Legislative Assembly has passed a pioneering bill that mandates a salary deduction for...
In a significant move toward modernizing Indias industrial landscape, the Union Ministry of Labour ...
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has officially proposed a transformative rule that would significantly raise the minimum salary requirements for H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and PERM (employment-based green card) programs. Released on March 26, 2026, the rule—titled “Improving Wage Protections for the Temporary and Permanent Employment of Certain Foreign Nationals in the United States”—aims to […]
Despite a significant surge in app-based services across Odisha, registration of gig and platform workers on the union government’s e-Shram portal remains alarmingly low. Labour and ESI Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia informed the State Assembly on March 24, 2026, that only 17,450 gig workers from the state have enrolled on the platform so far, leaving a vast majority without formal social […]
In a high-stakes move to safeguard its reputation, HDFC Bank has appointed three prominent law firms—domestic leaders Trilegal and Wadia Ghandy & Co., alongside a marquee U.S.-based firm—to conduct a rigorous review of the sudden resignation of its Part-time Chairman, Atanu Chakraborty. The decision, approved during a board meeting on March 23, 2026, follows a week of market turbulence […]
India’s corporate landscape is undergoing a “Great Rewiring” as the four new Labour Codes—the Code on Wages, Social Security, Industrial Relations, and OSH—move toward full operationalization in 2026. While the codes officially took effect on November 21, 2025, the recent release of central and state-specific draft rules in early 2026 has triggered a wave of […]
Central government employees and pensioners are looking at a substantial financial windfall as the 8th Pay Commission gains momentum. According to recent projections, the upcoming pay revision could lead to record-breaking salary increases, with retroactive arrear payouts estimated to reach as high as ₹15 lakh for senior-level officials. The “Fitment Factor” and Salary Projections The […]
The Government of Tamil Nadu has officially amended the Fundamental Rules to provide more comprehensive maternity leave benefits for its female workforce. This legislative update aims to ensure that women do not lose out on crucial leave entitlements. It addresses administrative technicalities and timing issues related to their entry into government service. Key Amendments to […]
In a significant ruling for labor rights, an employment tribunal has ordered global food giant Nestlé to pay £22,000 (approximately ₹27 lakh) to a former employee. The worker, Luke Billings, was dismissed following allegations that he triggered a factory-wide fire alarm by vaping in a disabled washroom. The Incident and Production Shutdown The dispute traces […]
In a landmark observation emphasizing that childcare is a shared responsibility, the Supreme Court of India has called upon the Central Government to consider framing a formal law for paternity leave. The Court remarked that parenthood is “not a solitary function” and that the legal recognition of a father’s role in early childcare is essential […]
The Supreme Court of India has refused to entertain a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a national policy for menstrual leave for female students and working women. The bench, led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud, emphasized that such a mandate could unintentionally backfire, potentially discouraging employers from hiring women and creating new barriers […]
Henkel Adhesives Technologies India Private Limited recently hosted senior officials from the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH), Maharashtra, at its facility. The visit underscored a collaborative commitment to enhancing industrial safety standards and ensuring a seamless transition toward the implementation of India’s new Labour Codes. Henkel India Strengthening Occupational Health and Safety The […]
In a significant move to enhance gender diversity and support working mothers, various sectors across Mumbai are increasingly adopting flexible work arrangements. This shift comes as both government bodies and private corporations recognize the unique challenges faced by women navigating the city’s demanding commute and domestic responsibilities. The initiative aims to arrest the “leaky pipeline” […]
As India prepares for the implementation of the four new Labour Codes, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has streamlined the regulatory landscape by identifying nearly two dozen specific employer compliances. This move aims to simplify the current web of overlapping regulations, consolidating 29 central labor laws into four comprehensive codes: Wages, Industrial Relations, Social […]
