Labour Law: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Jul 2025

Employment

Himachal Pradesh Ends Ad Hoc Hiring with New Trainee Policy

Jul 26, 2025

th Pay Commission May Recommend Salary Hike

The Government of India is preparing to constitute the th Pay Commission CPC, which is expected t...

Compensation

Jul 26, 2025

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No Special Leave Needed Existing Rules Cover Elder Care

In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on July , , Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitend...

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Jul 25, 2025

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Govt Confirms th Pay Commission, Seeks Stakeholder Inputs

The central government has officially confirmed its decision to constitute the th Central Pay Commi...

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Jul 22, 2025

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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

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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

Labour Law

Telangana Government Approves 10-Hour Workdays

Government of Telangana has officially permitted 10-hour workdays for employees in commercial establishments, excluding shops. The decision, announced by the Labour Department and set to take effect from July 8, is part of a broader effort to align state labour regulations with evolving business needs while embedding safeguards to protect worker welfare. The reform modifies […]

Jul 7, 2025

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Madhya Pradesh Clears Night Shifts for Women

Madhya Pradesh government has officially permitted women to work night shifts across industries, commercial establishments, shopping malls, and production units. The decision, announced by the State Labour Department, is part of a broader strategy to enhance women’s workforce participation, promote economic empowerment, and align with national efforts to modernize labour laws. The Madhya Pradesh government […]

Jul 7, 2025

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Gender Equality Gets a Boost as Bihar Amends Factory Rules

Bihar government has approved an amendment to the Bihar Factory Rules, 1950, allowing women—except pregnant and lactating mothers—to work in factories classified as hazardous. The move, passed during a recent Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, marks a significant shift in the state’s labour policy and is expected to open up new employment […]

Jul 5, 2025

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Orissa HC Affirms Maternity Leave Rights for Contractual Women

Orissa High Court has declared that maternity leave and associated benefits must be extended to all female employees, regardless of their employment status—be it permanent, temporary, or contractual. The decision, delivered by a Division Bench comprising Justices Dixit Krishna Shripad and Mruganka Sekhar Sahoo, upholds a 2022 single-judge verdict in favor of Anindita Mishra, a […]

Jul 4, 2025

Compensation

Haryana Revises Wage Structure for Part-Time and Daily Workers

Haryana Government has announced a revised wage structure for part-time and daily wage employees, effective from January 1, 2025. The update was formalized through a notification issued by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, and applies to workers employed under the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam (HKRN). The revision introduces two salary slabs, offering greater transparency and equitable […]

Jul 3, 2025

Labour Law

ELI Scheme Targets 3.5 Crore Jobs with ₹99,446 Crore Outlay

On July 1, 2025, Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, a large-scale initiative aimed at generating over 3.5 crore jobs across India within two years. With a total outlay of ₹99,446 crore, the scheme is part of a broader ₹2 lakh crore employment and skilling package […]

Jul 1, 2025

Compensation

8th Pay Commission May Cut Pension Deduction Period

As the government prepares the groundwork for the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC), a long-standing demand from central government pensioners may finally see resolution. The commission is likely to review and potentially reduce the 15-year commuted pension deduction period to 12 years. This change could significantly improve the financial well-being of millions of retirees. The […]

Jul 1, 2025

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Genpact Faces Employee Backlash Over Work Hours Policy

Genpact, a global professional services firm, has found itself at the center of a growing controversy over its alleged implementation of a 10-hour workday policy. What began as internal murmurs has now escalated into a full-blown public debate, with employees, HR professionals, and industry observers raising concerns about work-life balance, mental health, and corporate transparency. […]

Jul 1, 2025

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Delhi HC: Can’t Block Ex-Employees from Taking New Jobs

Delhi High Court (Delhi HC) has held that an individual cannot be forced to either return to a former employer or remain unemployed due to restrictive post-employment clauses. The judgment, delivered by Justice Tejas Karia in the case of Varun Tyagi v. Daffodil Software Private Limited, strikes down a non-compete clause as violative of Section […]

Jun 26, 2025