The New Aggregator Social Security Cess. India’s booming platform economy, powered by millions of delivery partners, ride-hailing drivers, and freelance gig pr…

The New Aggregator Social Security Cess. India’s booming platform economy, powered by millions of delivery partners, ride-hailing drivers, and freelance gig pr…

Flexibility vs. The 12-Hour Daily Cap. The 4-day workweek option introduced in the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions ( OSH ) Code has captured…

The industry practice of taking 30 to 45 days to process full and final (F&F) settlements for departing employees is now a direct violation of Indian labor…

Minimising Legal and Reputational Risk. Compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 ( POSH la…

In many employment disputes, the outcome is determined not by facts but by documentation. Poorly drafted employment contracts and outdated HR policies signific…

In a competitive employment market, disputes over non-compete clauses and confidentiality obligations are rapidly increasing. Under Section 27 of the Indian Co…

Workplace safety is no longer confined to factories and construction sites. With the expansion of compliance frameworks under the Occupational Safety, Health, …

Despite constitutional protections, workplace discrimination based on gender, caste, disability, pregnancy, or religion persists. The principle of “equal pay f…

Workplace harassment —particularly sexual harassment- has gained increased legal scrutiny in India. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Pr…

Salary disputes remain one of the most common triggers for legal consultation. Delayed salaries, unpaid incentives, arbitrary deductions, and non-payment of ov…

Recent Legal Developments and Case Law Insights Trade unions remain the backbone of industrial relations in India, representing workers’ collective voice in ne…

Supreme Court’s Stand on Gig Workers: A Turning Point for Labour Rights in India. In a landmark development, the Supreme Court of India has taken up petitions …

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has renewed its push to create a comprehensive national database of migrant workers, aiming to ensure targeted delivery …

Delhi Drafts Social Security Rules for Gig and Platform Workers. The Government of Delhi has released draft rules under the Code on Social Security , 2020, ext…

In a landmark move, the Government of Uttar Pradesh has announced the creation of the UP Outsource Service Corporation Ltd., aimed at improving transparency, a…

Chhattisgarh Terminates NHM Employees for Strike Participation - A Test Case for Labour Rights and State Authority. The Chhattisgarh government recently termin…

A Milestone in Industrial Safety and Labor Welfare. In August 2025, the Government of Gujarat announced that it had completed 100% inspection of all registered…

Rajasthan has taken a bold step in labour law reform by introducing the Factories (Rajasthan Amendment) Bill, 2025, which permits women to work night shifts a…

Longer Workdays, Wider Exemptions, and Rising Protests The Maharashtra government has recently introduced significant amendments to state labour laws , sparkin…