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Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has announced a significant enhancement in its Employee Family Welfare Scheme, doubling the compensation offered to families of employees who pass away due to non-accidental causes. Effective September 1, 2025, the total compensation will rise to ₹20 lakh, up from the previous ₹10 lakh. This revised package includes ₹14 […]
Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has called on employers across India to actively participate in the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY), a central sector scheme aimed at incentivizing job creation and formal employment. Speaking at a media interaction following the launch of the scheme’s official portal, Mansukh emphasized that the ₹1 […]
Rajasthan state government has initiated the process of granting temporary status to daily wagers employed across various departments. This decision marks a pivotal shift in the state’s labor policy, aligning with broader national efforts to regularize informal employment and ensure equitable treatment of workers performing regular duties. Background and Policy Context Daily wage workers—often referred […]
Maharashtra State Women’s Commission has formally called for mandatory audits of POSH compliance across workplaces in the state, citing widespread gaps in the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, commonly known as the POSH Act. The proposal was submitted to the Minister for Women and Child […]
In a significant judgment delivered on July 29, 2025, the Supreme Court (SC) of India ruled that employees injured or killed while commuting to or from their workplace may be eligible for compensation under the Employees’ Compensation Act, 1923, provided a clear nexus exists between the accident and the employment. The decision marks a pivotal […]
Government of Sikkim has launched a Sabbatical Leave Scheme for its regular and temporary government employees, making it the first state in India to formally implement such a policy. Introduced in August 2023, the scheme allows eligible employees to take a break from service for a period ranging from one year to three years, while […]
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), has come under scrutiny for its recent decision to lay off 12,000 employees and delay the onboarding of over 600 lateral hires. The Chief Labour Commissioner (CLC) convened a meeting on August 1, 2025, in response to a formal complaint filed by the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES). However, TCS […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
