Gazette Notifications :

EPFO Circular on leveraging forthcoming Nidhi Aapke Nikat (NAN 2.0) on 27th March 2026 for systematic resolution of pending consumer forum cases

A circular is issued by Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) regarding leveraging the upcoming Nidhi Aapke Nikat (NAN 2.0) program for the systematic solution of pending consumer forum cases. The field offices have been instructed to utilize the NAN 2.0 platform to address and resolve such pending case effectively as...

The Tamil Nadu Revised Minimum wages notification (April 2026)

The office of The Labour Commissioner, Chennai revised the dearness allowance (DA) for the various scheduled employments under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 vide notification Z3/3459/2026 dated on 18.02.2026. It will be effective from the date 01.04.2026.

Maharashtra: Mandatory POSH ICC Compliance Audit 2026

The Maharashtra State Commission for Women directed all district collectors and divisional commissioners for audit Internal Complaint Committee (ICC) in all Govt. and private offices across state within a month through issuing notification MAM-A/Feb-26/POSH/KA-05/361 dated February 28, 2026.

FAQ on Maternity Benefit and Gratuity rules etc.

26 FAQ on Maternity Benefit and Gratuity rules etc. were issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment for ease of implementation of new Codes.

Maharashtra Professional Tax Rules Amended – Due Dates Revised

The Finance Department of the Government of Maharashtra published Notification No. व्यकर-2026/C.R.4/Taxation-3 on 28 February 2026 amending the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings and Employments Rules, 1975 for the purpose of revising and bringing forward the due dates for Professional Tax compliance.

Major EPFO Decisions Announced in 239th CBT Meeting

On the 2nd of March 2026, the Ministry of Labour & Employment made a press release for the 239th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) EPF where Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya is the chairperson. The Board suggested for the financial year 2025-2026 the EPF interest rate should be 8.25%...

Compliance Handbook for Employers Under the Four Labour Codes

A Compliance Handbook for Employers under the Four Labour Codes has been issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment to help understand all four Labour Codes easily.

Himachal Pradesh Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025

The Government of Himachal Pradesh issued a notification on 11th February, 2026, which consists of The Himachal Pradesh Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025, which the Governor gave assent to on 9th February, 2026.

Exemption under Sikkim Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1983

The Government of Sikkim exempted all shops and establishments having employees/workers 20 or less vide notification no-11/LD/2025 from the applicability of provisions contained in the Sikkim Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1983. All exempted shop and establishment need to intimate to the labour department in Form-I within the 3 months...

Uttarakhand Permits 24×7 Operations under the Shops and Establishments Act, 2017

As per Notification No. VIII-1/26-32(Labour)/2016-TC, the Government of Uttarakhand has allowed the functioning of shops and establishments 24×7, under the Uttarakhand Shops and Establishments Act, 2017.

Tripura Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The draft notification of the Tripura Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026 has been issued by the Government of Tripura vide Notification-F.97(50)-LAB/ENF/OSHWC/2025 Objection or suggestion, if any, may be submitted to the Secretary, Labour at lctripura.agt@gmail.com and cifbtrp@yahoo.co.in within 45 days from the date of publication in the...

Tripura Industrial Relation Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The draft notification of the Tripura Industrial Relation Rules, 2026 has been issued by the Government of Tripura vide Notification-F.69(80)-LAB/ENF/IRC/2025. Objection or suggestion, if any, may be submitted to the Secretary, Labour at lctripura.agt@gmail.com and cifbtrp@yahoo.co.in within 45 days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Tripura Social Security Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The draft notification of the Tripura Social Security Rules, 2026 has been issued by the Government of Tripura vide Notification-F.21(80)-LAB/ENF/SSC/2025. Objection or suggestion , if any, may be submitted to the Secretary , Labour at lctripura.agt@gmail.com and cifbtrp@yahoo.co.in within 45 days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

Industrial Relations Code (Amendment)Act, 2026

Notification for Industrial Relations Code (Amendment)Act, 2026 has been issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment Vide No. 1 of 2026 dated 16th Feb’2026.

Tripura Ease of Doing Business Ordinance, 2026

Notification for Ease of Doing Business Ordinance, 2026 has been issued by the Government of Tripura vide No.F.8(4)-Law/Leg-I/2026 dated 13th Feb’2026.

Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Rules, 2025

Notification under Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Rules, 2025 has been issued by the Government of Karnataka Vide 159 dated 16th Feb’2026.

ESIC Launches Revamped AAA+ (Advanced Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Plus) Platform

ESIC e-filing Notification No.: l-11013/9/2024-lCT (E-942459) Dated 02 Febuary 2026 launched a new and improved digital portal, AAA+ platform that will promote transparency for improving ease of governance in data-driven attention to citizen-centric service.

Rajasthan Occupational Safety Health & Working Conditions Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The Rajasthan Government, Labour and Factories & Boilers Department, Jaipur vide Notification No. S.O. 162 dated 03 February 2026 issued draft of the Rajasthan Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026.

Haryana Code on Social Security (Career Centre) Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The draft of Haryana Code on Social Security (Career Centre) Rules, 2026 is issued by the Government of Haryana vide Notification No. S.O. 5/C.A. 36/2020/S.154/2026 dated 30th January,2026. The notification prescribes a model for setting up and operating Regional Career Centres, as well as demands regular reporting requirement of vacancies...

Maharashtra Minimum Wages – Dearness Allowance Revision (January–June 2026)

The Government of Maharashtra issued Official Gazette regarding the Dearness Allowance revision W.E.F January 2026 to June 2026 under Minimum Wage (MW).

Key Provisions for Workers under the Four Labour Codes

The Ministry of Labour & Employment has issued a Press Information Bureau note “Provisions for Workers in Labour Codes” dated 5th February, 202526 announcing that the four Labour Codes {Code on Wages, 2019; Industrial Relations Code, 2020; Code on Social Security, 2020; Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020}...

Kerala Minimum Wages Revision for Shops, Establishments and Allied Services – 2026

Minimum rates of wages to be paid for working in Shops and Commercial Establishments, Hotels, Canteens and Restaurants, Courier Services or any establishments in these sectors are revised by the Government of Kerala as per Gazette Notification No. LBRD-E1/107/2023-LBRD dated 03 February 2026.

Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025

The Kerala Government published the Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025 through notification G.O. (P) 12/2026/LBR on 04 February 2026. The regulations amend the registration and renewal fees based on the envisaged number of employees to be engaged for a year in a specific commercial shop or commercial...

Amendment to Labour Welfare Fund Contributions – Madhya Pradesh

The State Government of Madhya Pradesh, through its notification no. LAB-8-0003-2025-Sec-1-XVI(LAB) dated 28th January 2026, made amendment in Madhya Pradesh Shram Kalyan Nidhi Adhiniyam, 1982 by revising contribution from Rs. 30 to Rs. 50 and Rs. 1500/- to Rs.2500/-. The amendment introduces new revised contribution levels applicable to the covered...

Industrial Relations Code Comes into Force: Old Labour Laws Officially Repealed

The Central Government has issued notification vide S. O. 465 ( E ) under Section 1(3) and 104 of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The government has stated explicitly that three previous laws, the Trade unions Act, 1926, the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, and the Industrial Disputes Act,...

Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) (Amendment) Order, 2026

Pursuant to Section 103 of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, the Central Government has published the Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) (Amendment) Order, 2026. This Order, for the first time, adds the prior omission for the purpose of the ongoing statutory authorities under the Trade Unions Act, 1926, the...

Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2025: Bill notification

Uttar Pradesh's Government has published the Uttar Pradesh Municipal Corporation (Amendment) Act, 2025 in the Official Gazette.

CPI for Industrial Workers Released, for the month of December 2025

The Ministry of Labour & Employment Labour Bureau published the All-India CPI-IW for December 2025 which captures the retail price changes for industrial workers for a fixed basket of goods and services.

Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Coal Mines) Regulations, 2026 (Draft)

The Draft Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Coal Mines) Regulations, 2026, have been published by the Ministry of Labour and Employment vide Notification No. G.S.R. 67 (E) dated 28 th January 2026. The draft outlines a holistic regulatory framework of safety, health, working conditions, certifications and standards of operations...

Tripura Shops and Establishments Act, Eighth Amendment Ordinance, 2026

To make amendments in the Tripura Shops and Establishments Act, 1970, the Government of Tripura has issued an ordinance, named Tripura Shops and Establishments (Eighth Amendment) Ordinance, 2026. The Ordinance allows shops and business enterprises to work 24x7 as long as it has sufficient staff and shift-working, and amends the...

Deduction date of Employee Contribution will be extended upto ITR filing Due date, from 1st of April 2026

From 1st of April 2026, the deadline for claiming income tax deduction on employee contributions like PF and ESIC has been extended from 15th of next month till the due date of Income Tax Return (ITR) filing. Employers will now have the option of claiming the deduction upon depositing it...

Supervisory Employees earning above ₹18,000 Excluded from “Worker” Definition

On 30 January 2026, the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, issued Notification No. S.O. 454(E) under the Code on Wages, 2019. By means of this notification, the Government has set a wage threshold of ₹18,000 per month for employees who hold a Supervisory position. Supervisory employees who...

Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Karnataka) Rules, 2026 (Draft)

As per the Draft Occpational Safety health and working conditions(Karnataka) rules, 2026, published by the sate government of Karnataka, under the notice no. LD 245 LET 2021, Dated 23 January 2026, the rules and regulations dealing with the safety, health and working conditions of the employee will be published for...

Code on Wages (Karnataka) Rules, 2026 (Draft)

As per Karnataka Government notification no. LD 157 LET 2020 (P-1) dated 23 January 2026, the Karnataka Draft Code on Wages Rules 2026 has been released under the Draft Rules, Code on Wages, 2019. The Draft Rules have been notified in the official gazette and made available to the public....

Order on CPI Points for FY 2025–26 for VDA Calculation under the Minimum Wages Act – Puducherry

The Government of Puducherry, through Order No. 1706/Lab/AIL/2025 dated 09 December 2025, has notified the Consumer Price Index (CPI) points for Industrial Workers to be considered for the calculation of Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948.

Punjab Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025 (Draft)

The Government of Punjab, through Notification No. Labour-LabMisc/16/2026-4L/14, on 22nd of January 2026, presents a Draft Notification on Punjab Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025. The purpose of these draft rules is to address and manage the occupational safety, health, and working conditions in various establishments throughout the...

Government of Karnataka Releases Draft Industrial Relations Rules, 2026: Important Compliance Consequences

The Government of Karnataka, through the notification No: LD 1 LET 2021, publishes the draft Industrial Relations (Karnataka) Rules, 2026 under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, and after stakeholder objection, supersedes the 2021 draft. The Industrial Relations Code of 2020. Section 99, empowers State Governments with the authority to create...

EPFO Clarifies Non-Levy of Interest and Damages on Extended Due Date for Dec’25 ECR

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), vide Notification No. NDC/VEE4-Est/1807/ECR, has announced a further extension of the due date for submission of ECR for the wage month of December 2025 up to 22 January 2026, owing to persistent technical difficulties. This extension is a special, one-time grace measure granted to employers....

Rajasthan Industrial Relations Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The Rajasthan Industrial Relations Rules, 2026, Vide S.O.155, issued on 20 January 2026. Regulations concerning process and form completion, as well as electronic submissions, increase the compliance and enforceability of the rules. The Rules establish time limits for disputes, retrenchment, closure, strikes, and lock-outs to promote the mitigation of legal...

Karnataka Profession Tax Advisory, Effective from February, 2026

The Government of Karnataka, vide Notification No. DPAL 08 SHASANA 2025 dated 15.04.2025, has issued an advisory regarding payment of Profession Tax at Rs 300 per employee for the month of February 2026. Please refer to the advisory notice for detailed compliance instructions.

Minimum Wages Revisions in West Bengal Effective From 1st January 2026

Government of West Bengal, vide notification No. 07/Stat/14/RW/24/2023/LCS/JLC dated 09.01.2026, has revised the minimum rate of wages for scheduled employments under the Minimum Wages Act. Effective from 1st January 2026 to 30th June 2026, employers are now required to comply with the revised wage rate and VDA. The existing salary...

Haryana Government Notice on POSH Annual Report for 2025

The Government of Haryana has issued a notice mandating all employers to submit the POSH Annual Report for the calendar year 2025 in compliance with Sections 21 and 22 of the POSH Act, 2013. The notice reiterates existing statutory obligations and strict reporting requirements. The Annual Report must be submitted...

The Code on Wages (Rajasthan)Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The Govt. of Rajasthan released the Code on Wages (Rajasthan) Rules, 2026 through notification bearing no S.O.152 dated 13.01.2026. This rule operationalizes the Code on Wages 2019 in the State which shall ensure wage definitions, minimum wages fixation and wage payment partly uniform across country. Rules lay down proper systems...

The Rajasthan Code on Social Security Rules, 2026 (Draft)

Rajasthan State Govt. released Rajasthan Code on Social Security (Draft) Rules, 2026 through Notification S.O. 152 dated 13.01.2026 . The Rules unify provisions pertaining to EPF, ESI and gratuity for various unorganized workers including gig workers. They propose digital-first compliance, welfare boards with structured governance and time bound processes. The...

Extension of EPF Due Date for Filing ECR for December 2025

Due to technical and operational difficulties, EPFO vide Circular No. NDC/VEE4-Estt/1807/ECRFilling/2026/e-1239468 dated 15.01.2026 has extended the last date by 5 days up to 20.01.2026 for submission of the ECR for December 2025.

Factories (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Act, 2020(President Assent)

The Factories (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Act, 2020 (President Assent) has been published as Act No. 2 of 2026, dated 8 January 2026. The Act modifies the Factories Act, 1948 in its application to the State of Himachal Pradesh. It brings in new regulations on leeway in time arrangements, overtime and...

Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activists (Welfare) (Amendment) Act, 2025

The Karnataka Gazette (Extraordinary) Part IV-2A, 8 January 2026, is published as Act No.13 “Karnataka Cine Masters and Cultural Activists (Welfare) (Amendment) Act, 2025”. The Bill assesses the Karnataka Cine and Cultural Workers (Welfare Fund) Act, 2024 and makes amendments to improve clarity concerning roles, responsibilities and streamline the operational...

The Delhi Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill ,2026

The Delhi Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill ,2026 (Circular No. F. No. 21/8/DSAE(A)/2026/LAS-VIII/Legn./16203, January 9, 2026) proposes changes to the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954.The Bill will have effect from the date the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi publishes the implementation date in the Official Gazette.

FAQ on The Code on Social Security ,2020

The Labour Ministry of India published the FAQs on The Code on Social Security, 2020, on January 9, 2026. The FAQS answer questions about, registration, qualifying for benefits, claims related to maternity benefits, and gratuity, and the rights of gig workers. Notable mentions are the clarifications on digital and manual...

Launch of Online Inspection Portal for Ease of Doing Business -Andhra Pradesh

The Government of Andhra Pradesh have issued order having no- G.O.Ms.No.24 Dated for Online Inspection Portal under Labour Department to facilitate “Ease of doing business”. The notification is to bring transparency, accountability and simplification in labour inspections. The technology based and risk based inspection system is facilitated by the portal....

Public Holiday on Municipal Election in Maharashtra - January 15, 2026

Under the powers conferred under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 by the Government of Maharashtra, January15th, 2026 is declared as a Public Holiday on account of elections in29 Municipal Corporations to be held in various districts. It is as per Circular No.PHD-1319/C.R.145/Japuk/XXIX, Dated 6th January,2026. The holiday is applicable to...

Karnataka Labour Welfare Fund Amendment Notification

As of 07/01/2026, the Karnataka Labour Welfare Fund (Amendment) Act, 2025 will be in effect as per the notification no: 12, by the government of Karnataka. As per the amendments, there has been a substantial reduction of the employee threshold and this will lead to the expansion of the applicability...

Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Madhya Pradesh) Rules,2026 (Draft)

Madhya Paradesh Occupational Safety health and working conditions code is draft bill discussing the improvement and assurance of workplace health and safety standards and health welfare measures in all establishments in the state. This Draft code combines multiple regulations into one single comprehensive code. The Draft Code places greater responsibilities...

Madhya Pradesh Code on Wages Rules, 2026 (Draft)

Madhya Pradesh Code on Wages Bill seeks to establish a unified framework for wage payments in the state and plans to introduce provisions related to all wages, minimum wage (categories of wages), and timely payment of wages at all establishments of the state. It would unify all the various state...

The Madhya Pradesh Social Security Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The draft Madhya Pradesh Social Security Rules provide for the framework of the implementation of social security in the state under the Social Security Code. The draft is centered upon widening the social security net for both organised, unorganised, gig and platform workers. It introduces the system of registration, contribution...

Revocation of actions under Stage III ('severe' Air Quality of GRAP and intensifying actions under Stage-I & II of modified Graded Response Action Plan (21.11.2O25)

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage-III (Severe) actions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) with immediate effect due to a significant improvement in Delhi’s air quality, supported by favourable meteorological conditions. As of 2 January 2026, Delhi’s AQI improved to the ‘Poor’ category and is...

Madhya Pradesh Industrial Relations Rules, 2026 (Draft)

The Government of Madhya Pradesh has issued draft Madhya Pradesh Industrial Relations Rules, 2026 under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, proposing to replace the existing state rules on industrial disputes, trade unions, and standing orders. These draft rules aim to align the State’s industrial relations framework with the new central...

The appropriate Government or State Government under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified that the Administrator/Lieutenant Governor of specified Union Territories will exercise the powers and perform the functions of the “appropriate Government/State Government” under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, subject to the control of the President, until further orders. This notification...

The appropriate Government or State Government under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020

The Ministry of Home Affairs has notified that the Administrator/Lieutenant Governor of specified Union Territories will exercise the powers and perform the functions of the “appropriate Government/State Government” under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, subject to the control of the President, until further orders. This notification replaces earlier notifications issued...

Joint Declaration process by allowing the Transgender Identity Certificate/Card in EPF Records.

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), vide Circular No. WSU/JointDeclaration/E-54018/2025-26/43, has simplified the Joint Declaration process by allowing the Transgender Identity Certificate/Card as a valid document for correction or change of name and gender in EPF records. This step aims to make EPF services more inclusive and accessible.

Government of Bihar Public Notice on Draft Rules under Labour Codes

The Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar has published draft Labour Rules, 2025 on its official website under the Labour Code Notice Board section. The draft notifications are placed for public information, and stakeholders are invited to submit objections or suggestions within 45 days from the date of publication.

List of Holidays Tripura under Factories act, 1948 (2026)

Through notification no. F.17(1)-FGA(SA)/2025/831, government of Tripura has released list of Holidays under Factories act, 1948.

Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (2016=100) – November, 2025

The Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW) for November 2025 was published by the Ministry of Labor & Employment's Labour Bureau. Retail price information gathered from 317 markets in 88 major industrial hubs is used to create the index. The All-India CPI-IW showed a slight increase in November 2025,...

Draft on Industrial Relations (Punjab) Rules, 2026.

Extension of Scheme to Promote Registration of Employers/ Employees (SPREE)

ESIC extends SPREE for another one month. Originated as a single time facilitation drive from 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2025, with an objective of bringing eligible but left out employers and employees under the ESI scheme. On representation of the stakeholders, ESIC has extended it till 31st January...

Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Industrial Workers for the month of November 2025

CPI Numbers for November 2025 The Consumer Price Indices for Agricultural Labourers (Agricultural Labourers-AL) and Rural Workers (RW) State/UT-wise as per data received from States/UTs, during the month of November, 2025 is as follows:- Compiled by - Department… Indices are released for several centres in Kerala with 2011–12 base year,...

Government of Nagaland clarifies regarding hiring of women staff at night in Shops and Establishments

Government of Nagaland clarifies regarding hiring of women staff at night in Shops and Establishments The notification seeks to dispel any ambiguity and pave the way for lawful employment of women in night shifts, subject to such safety, consent and welfare conditions as have been prescribed. This definition brings state...

Bihar Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025

The Bihar Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025 The Government of Bihar has notified the Bihar Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025 to implement the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code in the State.

SPREE 2025 Extended Till 31 January 2026

"ESIC (Employees' State Insurance Corporation) has further extended the scheme till 31 January 2026, for new employees and registration of employers under spree," it added. The extension is in response to the request by employers and various industry representative associations as also from other stakeholders and after due consultations with...

The Government of Maharashtra has issued a circular announcing paid holiday or special leave on 15 January 2026 due to Municipal Corporation General Elections

The Government of Maharashtra has issued a circular announcing paid holiday or special leave on 15 January 2026 for voters must be given to eligible voter to cast their vote in the Municipal Corporation General Elections, 2025–26. By the order, employees right to vote and to participate in democratic decisions...

Year End Review 2025 – Ministry of Labour & Employment

The Ministry of Labour & Employment released Year End Review 2025 indicating landmark labour reforms, expansion of social security, digital initiatives for transforming EPFO and ESIC and welfare provisions for large number of workers. It achieved a major milestone with the implementation of four Labour Codes from 21 November 2025,...

Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2025 (Draft)

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has published this 30th day of December 2025 the following draft of the Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2025. The draft rules will subsume and replace various wage-related rules, derived from earlier legislation such as the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 following implementation of the...

Code on Social Security (Central) Rules, 2025 (Draft)

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification dated 30 December 2025 proposing the Code on Social Security (Central) Rules, 2025 under the Code on Social Security, 2020. These draft rules consolidate and replace multiple Central Rules framed under various social security laws that stand repealed. The objective...

Industrial Relations (Central) Rules, 2025 (Draft)

Draft Industrial Relations (Central) Rules, 2025: The Ministry of Labour and Employment has released the draft Industrial Relations (Central) rules, 2025 vide a notification dated 30 December 2025 after the commissioning of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020 under date twenty first November 2025. These rules are a replacement of the...

Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2025 (Draft)

The OSHWC Code, 2020 has been enacted by Parliament, to replace the erstwhile 13 central labour laws (some of them were more than 50 years old) in order to simplify and rationalise the legislations. These rules subsume multiple central labour safety laws in a single, logical framework and provide for...

FAQs on Labour Codes by Ministry of Labour and Employments

FAQs on Labour Codes: Transition by establishment, wage definition (Salary Checklist), allowance structure, gratuity statutory status and provisions, coverage of worker (Employee Details Register), contract labour inter-State Migrant Worker, ESI applicability from date of enforcement of the labour codes w.e.f. 21 November 2025 reg. The purpose is that uniform meaning...

FAQs - Code on Wages, 2019 by Ministry of Labour and Employments

The FAQs on Code on Wages, 2019 explain the range, coverage, protection of wages, minimum wages and eligibility for bonus payment apart from all kinds of deductions under the new wage order. Code on Wages envisages to ensure every worker gets minimum wage which will be determined based on national...

FAQ on Myths and Realities of Industrial Relation (IR) Code 2020 by Ministry of Labour and Employments

The FAQs on Industrial Relations (IR) Code, 2020 have said that the proposal is a part of self-certified compliances for labour laws to reduce inspector raaj and increased transparency in inspection process. The provision of worker protection and industrial flexibility is achieved in The Code subject to the position of...

FAQs on Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH) Code, 2020 by Ministry of Labour and Employments

The FAQs on OSH Code, 2020 express that the (OSH) Code does not weaken the workforce's safety or welfare despite variations in thresholds and process of applicability. Instead, it merges various safety legislation into a unified framework, extends the scope of coverage, contributes to gender equality and protection for contract/migrant/fixed...

List of Holidays for Madhya Pradesh, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 364, Government of Madhya Pradesh has released list of holidays for year 2026.

The Accounting Standards Board has released FAQs on new Labour Codes

The Accounting Standards Board has released FAQs to clarify major accounting issues arising from the implementation of the New Labour Codes, with a focus on the recognition, measurement, and presentation of employee benefit obligations.

Amendment to the Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Rules, 1948

The Tamil Nadu Government has notified amendment to Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Rules, 1948 for a mandatory consolidated annual return. With immediate effect, employers are required to file online Form ZC (Consolidated annual return) to Labour Department by 31 January, every year comprising of critical employment /wages leave/maternity bonus/contract...

List of Holidays for Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Year 2026

Through Notification no. government of Daman and Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli has released list of Holiday for year 2026.

List of Holidays for Lakshasweep, Year 2026

Through the notification no. DI-1/43497/2005 government of Lakshadweep has introduced list of Holidays for year 2026.

Government to Introduce Significant EPFO Reforms: Dr. Mandaviya- Press Release

The Union Minister for Labour and Employment said that a number of changes will be made to the EPFO to make it more up-to-date and to cover more people with social security. The main goals are to use technology to improve service delivery, make it easier for members to access...

Government of Andaman and Nicobar has announced revised minimum wages for 01.01.2026

Government of Andaman and Nicobar has announced revised minimum wages for 01.01.2026 through notification no. F. No. A-196/1/2022-Lab. Ins-I-LAB_AN

List of Holidays for Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 90/2025/F.NO/M-13/18/2022-6A has announced list of Holidays for year 2026.

POSH Act Compliance Checklist (Comprehensive)

The office of District Magistrate, Gurugram has come up with a list for compliance to be met by non-government organizations, schools, other business and private organisations towards strict implementation of the provisions of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013(commonly referred to as POSH). It...

Numerous preliminary notifications regarding the revision of minimum wages were sent to different industries in Tamil Nadu

The Minimum Wages Office of the Government of Tamil Nadu has published a draft notification for amendment of minimum rates under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. The draft amendment has proposed the revision of basic monthly wages for various categories of administrative staff and workers and has sought objections or...

Draft on Gujarat Occupational Safety, Health and Working Condition (Amendment) Rules, 2025

The Government of Gujarat has suggested changes to the Gujarat Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025 to aid effective enforcement of the OSHWC Code, 2020. The draft emphasizes enhance of the inspection system, prescription of competency standards; broadening scope ensuring hazardous processes and occupations are brought under its...

Draft on Rights of Persons with Disabilities (Amendment) Rules on Non-Negotiable Accessibility Standards in Buildings and Built Environment, 2025

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has posted on website the draft amendments to Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2017 for setting up of Non-Negotiable Accessibility Standards. The new norms are designed to make compliance a ‘must’ rather than an option, as they would be directly linked with...

Draft on The Delhi Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025

The Delhi Government has issued amendments under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions to further strengthen safety health related provisions & regulatory compliances at place of work. The notification rationalizes Delhi’s rules with the OSHWC Code, 2020 while emphasizing on enhancing enforcement, ensuring workers safety and making it easy...

List of Holidays for Uttarakhand, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 18/XXXI (15) G/25-74, Government of Uttarakhand introduce list of holidays for year 2026.

Revised Minimum Wages for Punjab (Sept'25- Feb'26)

Through the notification no. 24 government of Punjab has revised the minimum wages for the period the Sept'25-Feb'26.

Employers should make sure that the maximum spread over time does not go over the limit set by the Delhi S&E Act and the Factories Act.

Employers should make sure that the maximum spread over time does not go over the limit set by the Delhi S&E Act and the Factories Act. This is a precautionary advisory because of air pollution. The Labour Department, Government of NCT of Delhi has issued an advisory to employers regarding...

Revised notification of national and festival Holiday for year 2026 under Shop and establishments for Andhra Pradesh

Through the notification no. B/2627(APSE)/2025, the government of Andhra Pradesh has revised the national holiday and Festival holiday for the year 2026 in the District of Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Viskhapatnam, Parvathipuram Manyam, Anakapalli and Alluri Sitharama Raju, under A.P. Shops and Establishments Act, 1988 for Zone-I.

List of Holidays for Jharkhand, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 542, Government of Jharkhand introduce list of holidays for year 2026.

Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

The Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025 was promulgated to provide for the immediate amendments of the Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958. The Ordinance amends provisions relating to working hours, employment of apprentices and young persons, weekly holidays and the age at which a person may...

Daily and weekly working hours under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Centre restricts daily, weekly working hours under Occupational Safety Code the Puducherry Government has through a notification issued under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code 2020 fixed maximum daily and weekly timings for workers in all establishments in the Union Territory. Order prescribes maximum working hours; minimum time...

Total number of hours of overtime under the occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code,2020

The Government of Puducherry has issued a notification under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 specifying the overtime framework applicable to establishments across the Union Territory. The order lays down conditions for overtime work, wage entitlement, rounding-off rules, spread-over flexibility for specific activities, and an overall ceiling...

Employment of women during night under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

The Government of Puducherry has issued a notification under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 permitting the employment of women during night hours across establishments, subject to strict safety, consent, and welfare conditions. The order aims to balance workforce participation with enhanced protection and statutory safeguards for...

Safety measures for women under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2O20

Those women will be now working in dangerous and hazardous operations with necessary precautions as stipulated under the OSH & WC Code, 2020 by Government of Puducherry. Focusing on protective gear, safe work, good ergonomics and awareness of the risk when working, the order seeks to improve women worker's health...

All private institutions and offices in Gurugram shall be allowed to work with 50% strength and rest work from home with effect from 22nd December 2025, under Stage-IV of GRAP in Delhi-NCR

In view of the order of CAQM on implementation of Stage-IV of GRAP in Delhi-NCR, the Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram has also issued advisory in this regard. In order to facilitate the improvement of the air quality, all private institutions and offices in Gurugram shall be allowed to work with 50%...

Paid holiday or suitable relaxation for exercising franchise in the election to the Municipal Corporation/Municipal Council, if any, is to be granted on 20th December 2025.

The Maharashtra Government published that in the matter of Paid holiday or suitable relaxation for exercising franchise in the election to the Municipal Corporation/Municipal Council, if any, is to be granted on 20th December, 2025. The order will be in place under Section 135B of the Representation of the People...

All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural and Rural Labourers – November, 2025

The Ministry of Labour and Employment's Labour Bureau has published the All-India Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) for November 2025. The base year is 2019, which means that 100 is the base year. The indices are made up of price data from...

Clarification in continuation of Office Letter dated 11.12.2025 regarding Code on Social Security, 2020

The letter issued earlier, dated 11.12.2025 was only to create awareness among employers during SPREE. It was not intended for the implementation of the Code on Social Security, 2020. Further compliance actions shall be taken after the notification of the Central Rules and Regulations.

A Corrigendum dated 19 December 2025 to S.O. 5319(E) dated 21 November 2025 has been issued by the Ministry of Labor & Employment, which clarifies the applicability of specific provisions under the Labor Codes.

The Ministry of Labour & Employment has released a Corrigendum to its notification dated 21 November 2025 specifying applicability or otherwise of certain sections concerned with the Social Security Code. The corrigendum exactly mentions the sections that are applicable and which provisions are exempted, as referred to the previous notification...

Rectification of erroneous EPS contributions

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has circulated a note to bring about uniform correction in wrong payment of contributions towards the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS). The circular specifies meticulous process to correct cases in which EPS contributions were remitted erroneously for non-eligible members, and where it was not remitted...

Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PMVBRY) promotes employment generation, enhance employability, strengthens social security

The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PMVBRY) is a scheme that is Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) and was approved by the Union cabinet in a bid to improve the creation of jobs. The scheme aims to increase human capability, accelerate industrial recruitment, and ensure social security in the whole...

Social Security for Unorganised Workers

From November 21, 2025, the Ministry of Labour & Employment implemented four Labour Codes by seeking to simplify compliance, restore transparency and expand social security coverage for unorganised workers in India--at the same time consolidating 29 central laws on matters relating to labour. Thus welfare becomes more comprehensive and inclusive...

EPFO urges Employers including State and Local Government Authorities to avail of the Employee Enrolment Scheme-2025

EPFO through its Employees' Enrollment Scheme (EES)–2025, provides a one-time compliance opportunity to extend the coverage of EPF and to bring previous non-enrolment in line with law and due process. The EES gives employers an easy, low-penalty grace period from 1 July 2017 to 31 Oct 2025 in which they...

Publicity of EPFO's Employees' Enrolment Campaign EEC alongwith SPREE 2025 through Outdoor & Radio Media Campaign

The ESIC Headquarters has directed all Regional and Sub-Regional Offices to undertake joint publicity and outreach activities with EPFO for promoting SPREE-2025 and EPFO’s Employees’ Enrolment Campaign (EEC-2025). The initiative focuses on coordinated outdoor and radio media campaigns, along with joint employer-centric programmes, to ensure clarity on ESI and EPF...

Sixteen Central Trade Unions come together in support of the four Labour Codes at the Labour & Employment Summit

At the Labour & Employment Summit–2025, held in New Delhi, 16 Central Trade Unions resorted to unanimous support towards the four Labour Codes and decided to take up informed campaign aiming at a campaign for proper information mixed with misinformation among the workers throughout the country. The summit, held by...

Allowing public, municipal and private offices to work on 50% strength and the rest to work from home

The deteriorating air quality in NCR & directions issued during hearings of Hon’ble Supreme Court in M.C. Mehta vs Union of India & Ors., Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has modified the GRAP approach. Through the notification F.no. Lab/Addl.LC/Misc/2025/4789-4793 dated 17 December 2025, Government of NCT of Delhi has...

Paid Festival/ National Holidays for Telangana shops and establishment

Telangana Shops & Establishments Act, 1988 and Rules, 1990: Notifying National, Festival, and Other Holidays for the year 2026 under the Act. National and festival holidays with pay for all employees in shops and businesses. Notice under Section 31 of the Act for the year 2026 Orders Issued Reg.

Exemption from Payment of late fee under Sec 6(3) of Professional Tax act, 1975 for return filing of Nov'25 and Late fee under section 20(6) of MVAT Act, 2002 for Oct'25 and Nov'25

Through the notification No. 19T of 2025, has superseded the earlier trade circular no. 16T of 2025 and 17T of 2025, as through this exemption fee for filing monthly return under MVAT act/CST act for Oct’25, Monthly return under MVATAct and CST Act for Nov'25 and under the professional tax...

Regulation of Claim in reference to para 22(3) of employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, 1976

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) sent out Circular No. 791942/EDLI/Continuous/Service/Clarification/2024 to explain how to handle claims under para 22(3) of the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme, 1976. This is especially important when figuring out who is eligible for continuous service on weekends and closed holidays.

The official list of holidays in Hyderabad Twin City for 2026

The official holiday list for the year 2026 in Hyderabad Twin City has been announced by the Telangana government under Proc No.B/692/2025.

Official holiday list for the year 2026 in Ranga Reddy Zone

The official holiday list for the year 2026 in Ranga Reddy Zone has been announced by the Telangana government under Proc No.F/345/896/2025 in shop and establishments.

The official holiday list for the year 2026 in Warrangal Zone has been announced by the Telangana government

The official holiday list for the year 2026 in Warrangal Zone has been announced by the Telangana government under Proc No.C/728/2025 in shop and establishments.

Revised Minimum wages (Chandigarh)

Through the notification no. ST/(CPI/2025-26, government of Chandigarh released Minimum wages for period 01.10.2025 to 31.03.2026.

List of Holidays for Haryana, Year 2026

The Haryana government has issued a notification about the 2026 holiday declaration under Vide No. 28/67/2008- 1 HR-I. For further information, please refer to the notification.

Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

The Gujarat Government has amended Gujarat shop and establishment act through Gujarat Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, it will make modification in applicability, working hours, overtime and working conditions of women.

Paid Holiday due to Election On 20th December

Zilla Panchayats in the districts of North and South Goa have been informed by the Goa government that Saturday, December 20, 2025, is a paid holiday due to Polling Day for the General Elections. This declaration is applicable throughout the state and is made in accordance with Section 40A (1)...

Consumer Price Index Numbers on Base 2012=100 For Rural, Urban and Combined for The Month Of November, 2025

The Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MoSPI) put out the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for November 2025, with 2012 as the base year. Headline inflation stayed low at 0.71% (YoY), but it did go up from October 2025. Food inflation stayed in deflation (-3.91%), but it went up month...

Madhya Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Act, 2025

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that the Madhya Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Act, 2025, will go into effect on December 15, 2025. It was published in the Madhya Pradesh Gazette (Extraordinary). The change is mostly about changing how inspections are done and making compliance digital.

Circular on ESI Compliance after the Social Security 2020 Code was implemented and the meaning of "wages" changed

Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has reiterated immediate compliance in the matter of Code on Social Security, 2020 with special emphasis on authority’s previous directives relating to the harmonized definition of “wages” contained in Section 2(88) and imposition of one-time SPREE 2025 registration scheme. The new definition of a wage...

List of holidays for year 2026, Jammu and Kashmir

Through the Government order No. 1894-JK(GAD) of 2025, Government of Jammu and Kashmir introduce list of holidays for year 2026.

Bill on Minimum Wages (Maharashtra Amendment) Act, 2025

The Minimum Wages (Maharashtra Amendment) Act, 2025 has been brought on the statute book by the Maharashtra Government to curb minimum wage laws. The amendment would stiffen penalties and strengthen laws to crack down on wage theft and the abuse of workers.

Code on Social Security FAQ: Compliance & Recovery

FAQ is released by EPFO in order to maintain legal continuity during the transition from the EPF & MP Act, 1952 to the Code on Social Security (CoSS), 2020, the FAQs explain how EPF-related questions, assessments, damages, interest, inspections, and recovery processes will continue.

Labour Codes Upgrade Safety for Hazardous Sector Workers

Through the Labour Codes, safety and social security measures have been enhanced for workers working in hazardous occupation by prescribing a single preventive framework comprising mandatory health examination, hazard mapping, training, PPEs, emergency response plan as well as universal social security coverage.

Expansion of medical benefits to IPs' families in all districts of Nagaland

The medical facilities under the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948 have been made applicable to the families of insured persons at certain worksites (districts) in Nagaland including Tuensang, Mon, Phek, Kiphire, Peren, Longleng, Shamator, Noklak, and Meluri with effect from November 1st, 2025.

Expansion of medical coverage to IPs' families in the Meghalayan districts

ESIC has issued an order for extension of medical facility to the families of insured persons in identified Meghalayan districts of West Garo Hills, South Garo Hills, North Garo Hills, East Garo Hills, Southwest Garo Hills, and West Jaintia Hills from November 1, 2025, under ESI Act, 1948.

Expansion of health benefits to IPs' families of Sikkim

ESIC had already included the families of insured persons belonging to particular districts in the Soreng, Gyalshing, and Mangan districts of Sikkim under the ESI Act, 1948 with effect from November 1, 2025.

Change in ESI compliance subsequent to change in definition of term “Wages” after implementation of the Code on Social Security’2020

ESIC Sub-Regional Office, Surat has circularized the clarification on ESI coverage and contribution w.e.f date of implementation of the Code on Social Security, 2020. Businesses will need to rework their ESI compliance according to the new definition of “wages” and are encouraged to take advantage of the SPREE-2025 scheme before...

Office Memorandum states that the duration of training under the Apprentices Act has been revised from 360 days to 365 days

The Office Memorandum states that the duration of training under the Apprentices Act has been revised from 360 days to 365 days. This realigns the apprenticeship training with the full year operation of the calendar so that implementation will be standardized throughout establishments.

Implementation of Code on Social Security,2020

DP-49 000488 / ESIC/01/11 (2)/SST. Coord./Vol-II Dated :-10 Dec 2025 E-mail: dgmcsr@esic.nic.in To, All The Employer “Subject:- CoSS 2020 is applicable in all part of the country with effect from 21 Nov. As per the new Code, all applicable units are required to register with ESIC compulsorily.

Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Industrial Workers for the month of October 2025

Kerala Govt has released the list of Consumer Price Index (CPI) numbers for Agricultural Labourers and Industrial Workers for October 2025. These CPI numbers are released as per G.O.(MS) No.103/2013/LBR dated 31-08-20131 and G.O.(MS) No.34/2015/LBR dated 26-03-20152, which deal with the modalities for revision of minimum rates and consequential revision...

The Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activists (Welfare) (Amendment) Bill, 2025

The Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activists (Welfare) (Amendment) Bill, 2025 aims at defining the provisions of the Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activists (Welfare) Act, 2024 better for enforcement. This provision we have substituted the word “employer” by the expression „establishment owner‟ the responsibility of whose compliance with the statute is...

Social Security (Bihar) Rules, 2025

The Government of Bihar has made the Social Security (Bihar) Rules, 2025 official so that the Code on Social Security, 2020 can be put into action in the state. The Rules spell out how to register, get coverage, make contributions, and get social security benefits for organized, unorganized, gig, and...

Goa Jan Vishwas (Laws Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

The Goa Jan Vishwas (Laws Amendment) Ordinance, 2025 amends various laws in force in the State of Goa to de-criminalise minor offences by replacing imprisonment with monetary penalties and simplify procedure for compounding of those offences with a view to trust-based regulation and facilitate ease of doing business.

Delhi Shops & Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025

Delhi Shops & Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025 -Cities today- Delhi-The Government of N.C.T. of Delhi has published the Delhi Shops & Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025 by which the Rule 5 has been omitted from the Delhi Shops & Establishments Rules, 1954.

Clarification regarding implementation of Amnesty Scheme, 2025

Through (No.R-12/127/2109/HQ, Dated: 24.10.2019), Clarification on Amnesty Scheme, 2025 vide OM No.A-13/14/11CIR(Hqrs)da ted18 032020 the ESIC corrigendum dt16/03/21 The following clarification has been issued to all Regional and Sub Regional offices regarding the Amnesty Scheme, 2025. The circular further states that the Scheme is crisp in its provisions thus officers...

Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) (Amendment) Act, 2025

The Maharashtra Government has introduced the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Bill, 2025, to replace the Ordinance issued on 1 October 2025. The amendments aim to ease compliance for small establishments, increase operational flexibility, and update working-hour provisions without altering the 48-hour weekly limit. Key changes include raising the employee...

Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2025

Central Government has issued the Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2025 to clarify that all Labour Courts, Industrial Tribunals and National Tribunals established under the ID Act will continue to adjudicate upon pending matters as well as new cases. This will ensure that adjudications continue uninterruptedly until new...

Draft of Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025

Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025 proposes a legal right which would entitle all employees to not respond or attend the work calls, emails and other messages outside the work hours. It creates a national Employees’ Welfare Authority; requires company-level negotiations over terms and conditions of out-of-hours’ work (for organizations with...

New Labour Codes to Empower India’s Mine Workers

The new consolidated “Labour Codes” in particular the OSH&WC Code, 2020 and Social Security Code, 2020 reforms mining labour laws replacing Mines Act, 1952. They enhance working hours, health and safety, welfare facilities, social security of mine workers and decrease cost of compliance for employers.

List of Holidays for Telangana Year 2026

The Notification of the List of Holidays FY 2026 has been announced by the Government of Telangana under the no. G.O.Rt.No. 1715

Revised Annual LWF Contribution in Karnataka

The Government of Karnataka vide its Notification No. DPAL 60 SHASANA 2024 has changed the Labour Welfare Fund (LWF) annual contribution payable for Calendar year 2025. The LWF deductions and remittance shall be implemented by employers no later than 15 January 2026. The new rates would be applicable to all...

Assessment and determination of dues from employer u/s 125 of CoSS 2020

ESIC has clarified that under the Code on Social Security, 2020 with effect from 21.11.2025, all assessments and determination of dues to be made from employers are required to be done only under Section 125 of the Code. According to this provision, only Group-A officers (in the rank of Deputy...

List of Holidays for Maharashtra Year 2026

The Notification of the List of Holidays FY 2026 has been announced by the Government of Maharashtra under the no. PHDD-1125/C.R.199

The Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025

The Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 has been implemented by the Central Government in its application to the Union Territory of Chandigarh with some modifications in the terms. The amendment substantially amends important section of the Act like applicability based on number of workers, working hours thereof,...

Bill on Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) (Amendment) Act, 2024

The Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) (Amendment) Bill, 2024 amends the current Act to cover children participating in family work including entertainment, sports activities or family home-based occupations or things done outside school hours; and recording of audio-visuals as well as working for online platforms that entail any...

Bill on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Amendment Act, 2024

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Amendment Bill, 2024 is being positioned to enhance the reach and impact of POSH in terms of representation, accessibility and accountability especially for women in unorganised sector. The Bill amends the composition and powers of Internal Committees (IC) and...

Code on Wages (Bihar) Rules, 2025

The Code on Wages (Bihar) Rules, 2025 were published on 5 December 20205 and have been enacted to operationalize the Code of wages, 2019 in Bihar by consolidating and replacing the former Payment of Wages and Minimum Wages Rules. The Rules provides for the fixation and revision of minimum rates...

Bill on Representation of the People (Amendment) Act, 2024

The bill would, if enacted, add right to recall provisions to MP and MLA Representative of People Act 2024, allowing voters to vote against and remove a Member of Parliament or State Legislative Assembly (MLA) from office even though the elected official has not done anything wrong during their term.

List of Holiday for year 2026 for Andhra Pradesh

Through the notification no. G.O.Rt.No.2277, government of Andhra Pradesh has announced list of Holidays for year 2026.

List of Holidays for Delhi, Year 2026

Through the notification No. F. 53/812/GAD/CN/2025/4540-4576 government of Delhi has announced list of Holidays for year 2026.

Labour Codes Transform BOCW Welfare Architecture

The PIB release also underscores how the four Labour Codes (Wage, IR, SS and OSH) aim to modernize welfare for Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) and their safety. With the reforms come universal minimum wages, more stringent safety standards, formal employment contracts and improved social security and portability of...

New Labour Codes Ensure Security and Protection for Bidi & Cigar Workers

PIB has released notice in which it notifies that new labour code has given stronger wage protection, social security benefits, safer working conditions and formal employment practices to Bidi and Cigar Workers. It modernized an unorganised sector, and it ensures better health, dignity and financial stability for workers.

The Delhi Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025

Through the notification No. F.27(118)/CIF/Lab/2021/1089, government of Delhi has introduced The Delhi Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2025, by supersession of (i) The Delhi Factories Rules, 1950, (ii) The Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment and condition of Services) Rules, 2002 and (iii) The Delhi...

Draft Industrial Relations (Delhi) Rules, 2025

Government of NCT of Delhi vide Notification No. 15(12)/Lab/2022/4473-4479 dated 3rd of December 2025, has published draft Industrial Relations (Delhi) Rules, 2025 and has invited objections/suggestions from the public; The objective of the draft rules is to enable implementation of Industrial Relations Code, 2020 within Delhi. Comments may be filed...

Corrigendum correcting the date of restricted Holiday for Kaarthigai Deepam for year 2025

Through the notification no. G.O. Ms.No. 78, the Puducherry government has issued a corrigendum correcting the date of restricted Holiday for Kaarthigai Deepam for year 2025.

EPFO has announced the end of extensions for the mandatory linking of Aadhar card with UAN

EPFO has announced the end of extensions for the mandatory linking of Aadhar card with UAN for the filing of monthly ECR for establishments in the north-east region and certain specified classes of establishments through the notifications no. Compliance/BKG-27/5/2021-BKG/e-38791/14066. So, after 31st October now ECR filing will only accept for...

Exemption from Payment of late fee under Sec 6(3) of Professional Tax act, 1975 for return filing of Nov'25 and Late fee under section 20(6) of MVAT Act, 2002 for oct'25.

Through the notification No. 11T of 2025, has superseded the earlier trade circular no. 16T of 2025, as through this exemption fee for filing monthly return under MVAT act/CST act for oct’25 and under the professional tax for nov’25. This extension is due the technical issues during the transition to...

Petroleum Industry Benefits with Improved Safeguards under New Labour Codes

Through the new Labour code, there is an introduction of unified, modern safety and welfare system for petroleum sector; it will replace the old labour codes. It will also strengthen safety standards, medical monitoring, and emergency preparedness; expand social security coverage and training through digital and simplified compliance.

Madhya Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025

Madhya Pradesh government The Madhya Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Second Amendment) Bill, 2025 has been published vide Notification No. The amendment seeks to modernize and simplify the provisions pertaining to the control of shops, commercial establishments, working conditions, and employer responsibilities in line with 21st-century requirements of a welfare state...

Government of Maharashtra announce the paid holiday on 2nd December 2025

Government of Maharashtra announce the paid holiday on 2nd December 2025 through the notification no. Sankirna 2025PR No. 200/Labour-9 on the account of Municipal Council and Nagar Panchayat elections in Maharashtra.

Women in night shifts in all shops and commercial establishments

Through the notification vide No. Lab0PSCA/2/2021/-5L/656, Punjab Government revised notification for exemption of women in night shifts in all shops and commercial establishments with written consent and all adequate safety provisions. It emphasizes more on enforcement of POSH Act, CCTV surveillance, grievance resolution, medical support and security arrangements.

Implementation of code on social security code, 2020

Through notification no. 5143, ESIC has issued the order implementing the code on security, 2020. This implementation introduces revised definition under the code that expand eligibility for benefits.

Labour Codes Benefit the Dock Workers

Through the notification released by PIB, it highlights significant strengthen safety, employment rights for dock workers and welfare by updated maritime laws and labour codes. Now there is formal registration of dock, universal social security coverage, modern safety standards that will ensure improved protection, accountability ad transparency across all dock...

Exemption Of women in night shift in factories in Punjab

The Punjab Labour Department has issued a notification (dated 30 July 2025) allowing all factories in the State to employ women workers in night shifts (10 PM–5 AM), with their consent, subject to strict POSH compliance, safety arrangements, security measures, transport safeguards, and approved working-condition standards. The notifications from 2014...

Madhya Pradesh Labour Laws (Amendment) and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 2025

Through the notifications no. 24 of 2025, government of Madhya Pradesh has introduced the amendments and miscellaneous provisions in the act. It is applicable across the state. It aims at strengthening the compliance and simplifies it by aligning it with central codes.

List of Holidays for West Bengal, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 4188-F(P2), government of West Bengal has announced list of Holidays for year 2026.

List of Holidays for Gujarat Year 2026

In the state of Gujarat via notification No.GS/22/2025/JSR/2025/509/GH, notified the list of holidays for year 2026. It includes the national holidays, regional holidays, and religious festivals. It is applicable throughout state.

Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

The Government of Haryana has proclaimed the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, modifying important portions of the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958. The Ordinance includes improvements relating to application, registration requirements, working hours, penalties, and employee welfare documentation. It now completely applies to businesses with...

Labour Codes Strengthen Modern Safety and Welfare Framework for Pharma Industry

The Ministry of Labour & Employment explains how the new Labour Codes, including OSHWC Code, 2020 and Social Security Code, 2020 provide for a modern occupational safety, health and welfare regime for India’s pharmaceutical industry. The reformed regime replaces the fragmented old Acts with an integrated approach to address more...

50% strength and the rest to work from home under Graded Response Action Plan

Under the section 5 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, Delhi government has released a notification that required all the government and private office to function with only 50% physically present staff, rest the employees must work from home. It is under the GRAP Stage –III, it measures to reduce...

Delhi Shops and Establishment Act, 1954(Amendments)

The Labour Department of the Government of NCT Delhi has issued a notification amending Schedule-I of the Delhi Shops & Establishment Act, 1954, granting exemption to all establishments except liquor shops from certain provisions relating to working hours of women employees (Section 14) and working hours & spread over hours...

Declaration of Holiday on 25 November 2025.

Through the notification no. 53/816/GAD/CN/2025/408-450, Government of Delhi has declared Public Holiday on 25 November 2025, on the occasion of Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day.

International Organisations Welcome India’s Labour Codes

Government of India has introduced 4 new labour codes that will replace the many old labour law, it will simplify and unified the labour code framework. It aims is to provide the stronger social protection, safer working condition, easy compliance and fair wages.

Andhra Pradesh Factories (Safety Audit) Rules, 2025

Through the G.O. Ms. No. 25, the government of Andhra Pradesh introduce the safety audit rules under factories act, 1948. It mandates the third-party safety audits for factories, especially for handling hazardous processes, with the regular compliance reporting and required corrective actions.

The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSHWC) Code, 2020

The OSHWC Code, 2020 seeks to update and unify laws pertaining to health regulations, workplace safety, and working conditions for workers in a variety of establishments. It aims to guarantee a secure workplace, simplify compliance, facilitate business transactions, and safeguard employees in dangerous and high-risk industries.

Code on Wages, 2019

The Minimum Wages Act, Payment of Wages Act, Payment of Bonus Act, and Equal Remuneration Act are the four main labour laws pertaining to wages that the Code on Wages, 2019 aims to combine and streamline. Through a single governance structure, it seeks to strengthen gender equality, guarantee timely and...

Industrial Relations Code of 2020

The Trade Unions Act of 1926, the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act of 1946, and the Industrial Disputes Act of 1947 are the three main labour laws that the Industrial Relations Code of 2020 seeks to modernize and combine. It aims to streamline the industrial relations regulatory framework, encourage harmonious...

Code on Social Security, 2020

By combining several welfare laws into a single framework, the Code on Social Security, 2020 aims to modernize social protection in India. Its goals are to increase access to benefits like health insurance, pensions, maternity insurance, life insurance, and disability protection, particularly for workers in the gig economy, platform-based employment,...

Revised Minimum wages for Odisha, Oct'25

Government of Odisha updated minimum wage for period starting from 1 October 2025 through notification No.8684/LC

Karnataka Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Employment and Education Bill, 2025

Through the notification no. LD420 LET 2025, government of Karnataka has released, bill for Right of people with disabilities in Employment and education. By this it will ensure that there are reservation, accessibility and equality and no-discrimination for person with disabilities. It will be implemented within 36 months.

Exemption from Payment of late fee under Sec 6(3) of Professional Tax act, 1975 for return filing of Oct’25

Through the notification no. 16T of 2025, the state of Maharashtra has granted an temporary waiver from payment of late fees for filing professional tax returns related to oct’25 under section 6(3) of Maharashtra PT Act, 1975. This is due to system transition issues faced during online filing. So now...

All-India Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural and Rural Labourers – October, 2025

The Consumer Price Index for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) for October 2025 was published by the Labour Bureau. CPI-RL increased to 136.50, while CPI-AL increased marginally to 136.40. Additionally, both categories saw a slight increase in the Food Index. However, due mostly to a decline in food...

Factories (Tripura Second Amendment) Act, 2025

Through the notification no. F.8(11)-Law/Leg-1/2025, government of Tripura has released a Factories (Tripura Second Amendment) Act, 2025, through this existing act will be updated in Tripura. Its aim is to improve workplace safety, streamline compliance and strengthen regulatory standards.

Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946

For a period of five years, Haryana has exempted IT, ITES, start-ups, gaming, telecom, BPO/KPO, and other knowledge-based industries from the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, subject to mandatory grievance and workplace safety committees and reporting of disciplinary actions.

One day of paid leave per month during menstrual cycle

Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Rules, 2025

The Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Rules, 2025 have been finalized and announced by the Karnataka government after public comments on the previous draft were reviewed. The Karnataka Act 72 of 2025's provisions is operationalized by these regulations, which provide platform-based gig workers throughout the state...

Factories (Lakshadweep) Amendment Regulation, 2025

In order to amend certain provisions of the Factories Act, 1948 as they relate to the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, the President issued the Factories (Lakshadweep) Amendment Regulation, 2025. The notification introduces provisions that allow women to work night shifts with safety precautions, modifies working hours, and raises employee thresholds...

The Uttar Pradesh Dookan Aur Vanijya Adhishthan (Sanshodhan) Ordinance, 2025

Through the Amendment ordinance of 2025, the government of Uttar Pradesh has modernized the shop and commercial establishment regulations across the state. It mandates the registration for establishment having 20 or more employee only.

The Industrial Disputes (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Amendment Regulation, 2025

To amend some provisions of Industrial Disputes act, 1947 it will be applicable on Andaman and Nicobar Island. Through these amendments issued by the President, the regulation broadens the scope of notice requirements for strikes and lockouts, redefines the competent authority for territory and increase the threshold related to layoffs,...

Andaman and Nicobar Island shops and Establishments (Amendment) Regulation, 2025

To amend the shop and establishment of Andaman and Nicobar Islands through the Andaman and Nicobar Island shops and Establishments (Amendment) Regulation, 2025 is introduced. It will be applicable on Andaman and Nicobar Island. It introduces online registration procedures, increase threshold for applicability, revision in working hours limits, rationalization of...

Contract labour (Regulation and abolition) Andaman and Nicobar Island (Amendment) Regulation, 2025

To amend the CLRA act, 1970 of Andaman and Nicobar Islands through the Contract labour (Regulation and abolition) Andaman and Nicobar Island (Amendment) Regulation, 2025 is introduced. It will be applicable on Andaman and Nicobar Island. It increases the applicability threshold related to licensing and registration of contract labour.

Factories (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Amendment Regulation, 2025

To amend regulation for factories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands through the Factories (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Amendment Regulation, 2025 is introduced. It will be applicable on Andaman and Nicobar Island. It amends the provisions for employment of Women in factories, increase the minimum number of workers required for coverage,...

The Industrial Disputes (Ladakh) Amendment Regulation, 2025

Through the notification no. 16 of 2025, government of Ladakh has modified the industrial disputes act, 1947 by Industrial Disputes (Ladakh) Amendment Regulation, 2025. Through this it will strengthen strike related restrictions by expanding coverage to all industrial establishments and increasing the required notice period

The Factories (Ladakh) Amendment Regulation, 2025

Through the notification no. 15 of 2025, government of Ladakh has modified the factories act, 1948 by Factories (Ladakh) Amendment Regulation, 2025. Through this it will increase the working hours, changing rest intervals, modifying overtime limits and exemption of women in night shifts. It updates the definition and threshold for...

Chhattisgarh Labour law amendment and miscellaneous provision act, 2025

Through the notification no. 873, the Chhattisgarh government issued Chhattisgarh Labour law amendment and miscellaneous provision act, 2025. Through these amendments it introduces changes to factories act, 1948, Industries disputes act, 1947 and trade union act, 1926.

List of Holidays for 2026, Assam

Through the notification Vide e-file No. 221561/440, Government of Assam introduce list of holidays for year 2026.

Compliance Inspections in Gurugram

The Government of Haryana, under Office Order Endst No. 3065-73, has given guidelines about compliance inspections in Gurugram, emphasizing greater monitoring of labour legislation adherence by companies. The decree requires the labour authorities to conduct inspections and guarantee the execution of statutory labour regulations across establishments in the district.

List of Holidays for year 2026, Karnataka

Through the notification no. DPAR 16 HHL 2025 government of Karnataka announced list of Holidays for year 2026.

List of Holidays for Uttar Pradesh, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 671/3-2025-39(2)-2026, government of Uttar Pradesh has announced list of Holidays for year 2026.

September 2025 Consumer Price Index Data for Industrial and Agricultural Workers

Refer to the Government of Kerala's Labour and Skills (E) Department's G.O. (MS) No.103/2013/LBR, dated August 31, 2013, and the G.O. (MS) No. 34/2015/LBR. dated March 26, 2015, which was published in the Kerala Gazette extra ordinary No. 19 (Vol. IV) on May 12, 2015.

List of Holidays for Ladakh, Year 2026

The List of Holidays for FY 2026 has been announced by the Government of Ladakh under Vide No.F.No. A/15/2020-O/o Un Secy- GAD. For further information, please refer to the notification.

Notification for Protection of person with disabilities

Through the notification No. Divyang-2025/PR.No.22/22/Desk-1, introduced some measure for the protection of person with disabilities and from any kind violence, abuse or the exploitation by Maharashtra Government.

List of Holidays for Puducherry, year 2026

A notification on the list of holidays for FY 2026 has been announced by the Puducherry government via G.O. Ms. No. 73. For further information.

Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013

In accordance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act), the Government of Assam has publicly announced the creation of an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) in all of its relevant organizations and workplaces through File No. SW/17/19/2024-MAG-KMM, employing 10 or more persons.

Karnataka Menstrual Leave Policy, 2025

Every female employee in the state of Karnataka are entitled to 1 paid leave of every month in a year that is up to 12 days per year during menstrual cycle under the Karnataka Menstrual Leave Policy, 2025, It was in introduced by Cabinet Note NO. 834/2025. It includes both...

Haryana Shop and Commercial Establishment (Amendment) Ordinance

The Haryana Shop and Commercial Establishment (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, It will modernize the earlier act of 1958. Under this online registration, extension of working hours, revision on penalties and it will ensure the protection of employees. It will mandate that establishment having 20 or more workers must register themselves, for...

CPI October, 2025 by the ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation

Press release of CPI October 2025 by the ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation, NSO.

Amendment to the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2018

The Government of Maharashtra has released a draft to amend the Maharashtra shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and conditions of service) Rules, 2018. It is to increase the threshold limit to 20 employees and to amend the rule for women’s employment in Night shift and necessary requirements for it....

List of Holidays for Odisha, year 2026

The Notification of the List of Holidays FY 2026 has been announced by the Government of Odisha under the number RDM-Reg-MISC-0021-2025-42419/R&D.M.

List of Holidays for Tamil Nadu, year 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has published a notification on the schedule of holidays for 2026 under G.O. (Ms.) No. 708.

Notification to Pay the Labour Welfare Fund contribution for the year 2025 by 31 January, 2026.

The Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Board has declared that, in accordance with the Tamil Nadu Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1972, all factories, stores, commercial establishments, plantations, and motor transport enterprises are required to pay the Labour Welfare Fund contribution for the year 2025. Each employee contributes ₹60 a year, of...

Chhattisgarh Factories Rules, 1962(Amendments)

In accordance with Section 87 of the Factories Act, 1948, the Chhattisgarh government has recommended changes to the Chhattisgarh Factories Rules, 1962 through Draft Notification No. ESTB-1/1380/2025-LABOUR. The modifications aim to increase worker safety by expressly regulating the employment conditions of pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and young persons in hazardous...

Minimum wages in Goa (Oct'25)

Through the notification no. CLE/MWA-VDA/(10)/2016/4398, government of Goa the revised the minimum wages starting from Oct'25.

Notification for list of Holidays in Chhattisgarh for year 2026

The Chhattisgarh government has published a notification about the list of holidays for FY2026 (K/GENS-1001/86/2025-GAD-5).

Andhra Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act No. 17 of 2025)

By notification G.O.Ms.No.23 on November 3, 2025, the Andhra Pradesh government formally announced the start of the Andhra Pradesh Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act No. 17 of 2025). To make the order modernized with the time for all shops and establishments these law are amended. Aim for this...

Jharkhand Revised Minimum wages Oct'25

With effect from October 1, 2025, the Jharkhand government has announced a modification to the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) and minimum pay for a number of scheduled jobs by Notification No. 2/MW-2071/2010, L&T-2723. In order to provide equitable pay for workers throughout the state, this update attempts to modify wage...

Guidelines for the examination procedure and format for exemption or extension under the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) Scheme

By Circular No. 1189836/EDLI/directions/FO/X/2025-Part (1), it has released new guidelines by Employees’ Provident Fund organization; it for the examination of format and procedure under the extension or exemption for the Employees’ Deposit linked insurance schemes. It will formalize the processes for renewals and evaluating of applications.

Employees’ Enrollment Scheme-2025

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya presided over the 73rd EPFO Foundation Day on November 1, 2025, when the Ministry of Labour & Employment unveiled the Employees’ Enrollment Scheme-2025. This program gives employers a six-month window (November 1, 2025–April 30, 2026) to voluntarily enroll workers who were not covered by the Employee Provident...

Revised Minimum Wages Andhra Pradesh

The Cost of Living Index Numbers that apply to all scheduled employments under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, have been announced by the Government of Andhra Pradesh through Notification No. G/430/2025, which was issued by the Commissioner of Labour, Vijayawada, on October 29, 2025 (published in Gazette No. 656 on...

Minimum wages and Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA)

Through notification No. A/R 2-/2025/28373-498, the Haryana government has updated the minimum wages and Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) for various employee categories across the state's scheduled employments. In order to provide equitable compensation in accordance with the increase in the cost of living, the updated rates will take effect on...

The Factories Act, 1948 and The A.P. Factories Rules, 1950 (Amendment)

Rule 61-A of the Andhra Pradesh Factories Rules, 1950 has been amended by a preliminary notification issued by the Andhra Pradesh government on October 30, 2025, under G.O.Ms.No.22. According to the Factories Act of 1948, the amendment concerns the requirements and terms of employment for Safety Officers. By taking this...

EPFO officers to collect fines from employers

On October 29, 2025, the Ministry of Labour & Employment published a notice allowing EPFO officers to collect fines from employers in accordance with Section 14B of the EPF Act, 1952. It takes the place of the previous 2002 notification and gives Regional and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioners throughout India...

Form –O online that is combined self-certification in Shop and Establishment rules in Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Rules, 1948

Through the notification vide G.O(Ms)No. 116 issued the amendment in Shop and Establishment rules in Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Rules, 1948. As it introduces the revised rule 16-C. by these amendments it mandates that employer of OT/ITES establishments must submit the in newly substituted Form –O online that is...

Maharashtra Private Placement Agencies (Regulation) Rules, 2025

The goal of the Maharashtra Private Placement Agencies (Regulation) Rules, 2025, is to regulate private placement agencies in order to guarantee job seekers' protection, accountability, and transparency. The regulations require all agencies that operate in or serve Maharashtra to register through the Mahaswayam portal, establish transparent fee schedules, describe the...

Punjab Factories (Chandigarh Amendment) Rules, 2025

The Chandigarh factory licensing and safety regulations have been updated by the Punjab Factories (Chandigarh Amendment) Rules, 2025. Now, licenses will be processed in seven days, have a five-year validity period, and be applied for online for five times the annual rate. Additionally, "No women" is changed in the amendment...

Notification that the entire Soreng, Gyalshing, and Mangan Districts in the state of Sikkim will now be eligible for ESI medical benefits

By means of notification S.O. 4915(E) dated October 28, 2025, the Ministry of Labour & Employment has declared that certain provisions of the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948 will take effect in the districts of Soreng, Gyalshing, and Mangan on November 1, 2025. By addressing ESI benefits, contributions, inspections, and...

Kerala Coir Workers' Welfare Cess (Amendment) Act, 2025

The 2008 Act's provisions are updated by the Kerala Coir Workers' Welfare Cess (Amendment) Act, 2025, to improve enforcement and expedite the penalty process. The amendment permits offenses to be compounded under certain conditions, establishes a formal procedure for imposing and appealing penalties, and substitutes a fixed monetary penalty for...

Rajasthan Factories Rules, 1951 are introduced by the Rajasthan Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025

Significant safety and welfare provisions for women and young people working in hazardous processes under the Rajasthan Factories Rules, 1951 are introduced by the Rajasthan Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025, which were published in the Rajasthan Gazette on October 27, 2025. These amendments forbid the use of children, adolescents, pregnant women,...

Employees’ Pension (Amendment) Scheme, 2025

On October 27, 2025, the Ministry of Labour & Employment released notification G.S.R. 791(E), which introduced the Employees’ Pension (Amendment) Scheme, 2025. Special provisions under the Employees' Enrollment Campaign, 2025 are provided by this temporary amendment, which will be in effect from November 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. In...

The National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi's government has declared Monday, October 27, 2025,

The National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi's government has declared Monday, October 27, 2025, a public holiday in observance of "Pratihar Shashthi" or "Surya Shashthi (Chhath Puja)" through Notification No. 53/811/GAD/CN/2025/3794-3833 dated October 25, 2025. All Delhi government offices, independent agencies, and public sector projects are exempt from the holiday....

Notification proposing an amendment to the Telangana Factories Rules, 1950

A preliminary notification proposing an amendment to the Telangana Factories Rules, 1950, was issued by the Telangana government on October 25, 2025, under G.O.Rt.No. 433. Automatic External Defibrillators (AEDs) are intended to be required equipment in factory Occupational Health Centers (OHCs) and Ambulance Rooms. The goal of this action is...

Jharkhand government authorized women to work night shifts

Through its notification dated October 24, 2025, the Jharkhand government authorized women to work night shifts (7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.) under the Factories (Jharkhand Amendment) Act, 2025. Strict safety, security, and welfare measures are required by the order, including written consent, GPS-tracking during transportation, adequate lighting, sanitation, CCTV, and...

6th November 2025 as a public holiday for "Nongkrem Dance"

As a result of the traditional "Nongkrem Dance" festival in the East Khasi Hills District, the Government of Meghalaya, through Office Order No. GAA.94/86/Pt/307 dated October 24, 2025, has declared November 6, 2025, a public holiday for all banks and financial institutions under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act,...

Telangana government has revised the minimum wages for scheduled employment

With effect from October 1, 2025, the Telangana government has revised the minimum wages for scheduled employment in a press release. The Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) has been modified in this revision in accordance with the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

List of Holiday for Himachal Pradesh, year 2026

Through the notification no. GAD-A(F)10-8/2025 in Himachal Pradesh declare list of Holidays for year 2026.

Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act of 1948, the Andhra Pradesh

In accordance with the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act of 1948, the Andhra Pradesh government has issued a notification exempting factories and establishments engaged in incidental work and the processing or re-drying of unmanufactured leaf tobacco. According to Sections 87 and 88 read with Section 91-A of the ESI Act,...

Kerala, August 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI)

The August 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures for Industrial Workers (IW) and Agricultural Labourers (AL) have been made public by the Kerala Department of Economics & Statistics. Particularly with regard to minimum wages under the 1948 Minimum Wages Act, these indices are used to calculate cost of living adjustments....

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Holiday due to election

A notification (No. 19/2025/DDD/DIR(PR&ME) Paid Holiday/117) has been issued by the Administrator of the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu designating November 5, 2025, as an election holiday.

Daman & Diu Holiday due to election

A notification (No. 19/2025/DDD/DIR(PR&ME)Paid Holiday/117) has been issued by the Administrator of the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu designating November 5, 2025, as an election holiday.

All-India CPI for Agricultural & Rural Labourers – September 2025

Food prices decreased in September 2025, causing the All-India CPI for Agricultural and Rural Labourers to slightly decline to 136.23 and 136.42, respectively. A slight deflation in food prices was indicated by year-over-year inflation of -0.07% for agricultural workers and 0.31% for rural Labourers. Variation by state was observed, offering...

Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948

Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948, including sections 38–43, 45A–45H, 46–75, sub-sections (2)–(4) of section 76, and sections 82–83, will take effect in the Nagaland districts of Tuensang, Mon, Phek, Kiphire, Peren, Longleng, Shamator, Noklak, and Meluri on November 1, 2025, according to a notification from the Ministry of Labour...

Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishment Act of 1958 now allow for one-day shop registration

The Haryana government has revised the time-bound delivery of several Labour Department services in accordance with the Right to Service Act of 2014. The Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishment Act of 1958 now allows for one-day shop registration. Additional services include the 26- to 90-day registration and licensing of businesses...

Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948, Meghalaya

Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948, including sections 38–43, 45A–45H, 46–75, sub-sections (2)–(4) of section 76, and sections 82–83, will take effect in the Meghalayan districts of West Garo Hills, South Garo Hills, North Garo Hills, East Garo Hills, South West Garo Hills, and West Jaintia Hills on November 1,...

Jammu & Kashmir Factories Rules, 1972(Amendments)

Rule 5 of the Jammu & Kashmir Factories Rules, 1972 under the Factories Act, 1948 has been formally amended by the Government of Jammu & Kashmir through Notification S.O. 271, dated October 17, 2025. The changes have now been finalized since there were no comments or objections to the prior...

Exemption of women in night shift in factories in Jammu and Kashmir

The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has issued a final notification modifying the J&K Factories Rules, 1972 by inserting Rule 88A, which provides mandatory safety and employment criteria for engaging women workers in night shifts.

Himachal Pradesh Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025

These rules may be called the Himachal Pradesh Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025. The amendments primarily amend various Schedules of the 1950 Rules by deleting detailed references to “women” and updating provisions in Form No, 20 pertaining to maximum working hours, hours or work, and conditions on the employment of women.

The Karnataka Domestic Workers (Social Security and welfare) Bill, 2025

By guaranteeing social security, welfare, minimum wages, respectable working conditions, and safeguards against abuse, the Bill aims to regulate domestic work in Karnataka. In addition to establishing a State Welfare Board and a specific welfare fund, it requires that employers, employees, and service providers register.

Ministry of Labour & Employment emphasizes benefits of EPFO Reforms for Ease of Living for crores of members

Withdrawals are made easier by EPFO reforms, which also preserve pension benefits, permit early access to 75% of PF after a year, keep 25% for retirement security, and guarantee clear, digital procedures.

Submission of Annual Returns by Trade Unions

For 2022–2024, trade unions that are registered under the Trade Unions Act of 1926 are required to file their Annual Returns. The Office of the Commissioner of Labour, Assam (Shram Bhawan, Ulubari, Guwahati) is where returns must be turned in. The official website and district Labour offices have a list...

Clarified the erroneous news reports concerning the modification of the Minimum Wages in Delhi

By means of Circular No. Lab-L011/5/2025-Addl.LC-II-LABOUR DEPARTMENT/3616, the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi clarified the erroneous news reports concerning the modification of the Minimum Wages in Delhi. No new notice updating minimum wages has been issued, according to the Labour Department, and the information being spread on...

Regarding revision of minimum wages

In a Corrigendum (F.No.1(6)/2025-LS.II dated 11.10.2025), the Ministry of Labour & Employment clarified that the Consumer Price Index (CPI-IW) increased from 413.424 to 413.52 (Base 2016=100), representing a negligible increase of just 0.096 points. Thus, starting on October 1, 2025, the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) for all Central Government scheduled...

Bihar will declare election holidays on November 6 and 11, 2025.

In preparation for the 2025 Bihar Legislative Assembly Elections, the Bihar government announced public holidays on November 6 and 11, 2025, through Gazette Notification No. 1669, dated October 14, 2025.

Revises the rates of Variable Dearness Allowance for the employees employed in Agriculture

A Corrigendum (F.No.1(6)/2025-LS.II dated 11 October 2025) to the previous Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA) order dated 25 September 2025 was issued by the Ministry of Labour & Employment through the Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (C). It explains that the average Consumer Price Index (CPI-IW) increased by 0.096 points,...

Ministry of Labour & Employment Joins Hands with Zomato to Boost Employment Opportunities & Strengthen Gig Economy

Through the National Career Service (NCS) portal, the Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoLE) and Zomato inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to generate approximately 2.5 lakh flexible livelihood opportunities yearly. Through this partnership, gig and platform economy jobs are incorporated into formal employment, improving women's and youths' access to...

Assam Shops and Establishment (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

On October 13, 2025, the Governor of Assam issued the Assam Shops and Establishment (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, which amends some of the current Assam Shops and Establishment Act's provisions.

EPFO Extends date of filing of new ECR up to 22nd October 2025

In order to give employers more time to adjust, EPFO has extended the September 2025 deadline for filing the updated ECR to October 22, 2025. The user experience and filing accuracy are enhanced by the new system. To guarantee a seamless transition, EPFO is also holding awareness campaigns and interacting...

Government Launches Employees' Enrolment Campaign 2025 to Expand Social Security Coverage of Employees

To increase social security coverage under EPFO, the government has started the Employees' Enrollment Campaign (EEC) 2025, which will run from November 1, 2025, to April 30, 2026. Employers who were previously excluded may declare and enroll workers who were employed between July 1, 2017, and October 31, 2025.

CONSUMER PRICE INDEX NUMBERS ON BASE 2012=100 FOR RURAL, URBAN AND COMBINED FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER, 2025

According to the most recent data released by the Government of India, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rate for September 2025 decreased to 1.54%, the lowest level since June 2017. This steep drop indicates a cooling price environment nationwide and is consistent with broader reduction in food and core...

Grant of exemption under Section 28 of the said Act for employing women employees during night shifts in their respective establishments.

Through Notification No. 11/26/2025-4Lab. dated October 13, 2025, issued under the Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958, the Haryana government established updated guidelines for hiring women for night shifts (8:00 PM to 6:00 AM) in retail establishments. This takes the place of the previous notification from July 4, 2025....

Employees’ Provident Funds (Amendment) Scheme, 2025.

A unique, time-bound program under the EPF Act, the Employees' Enrollment Campaign, 2025 (EEC 2025) aims to increase the formal coverage of workers who were previously excluded from EPF registration. Employers are exempt from harsh fines if they voluntarily declare eligible workers who were hired between July 1, 2017, and...

List of Holidays for Sikkim, Year 2026

Through the notification no. 89/Home/2025, government of Sikkim has released the list of holidays for year 2026

Filing Monthly Contribution showing large no. of tagged employees with Zero Days- Reg.

According to ESIC's observations of certain employers' Monthly Contributions (MC) filings, many employees have zero contribution days recorded as "On Leave/No Work" for prolonged periods of time. This raises concerns about false reporting or the failure to remove departing or ineligible personnel. Regional offices are directed to verify such cases,...

Amendment the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Rules, 1958

The Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments (Haryana Amendment) Rules, 2025 were released by the Haryana government on October 9, 2025, via Notification No. 2/26/2025-2Lab. Rule 15(2) of the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Rules, 1958, as it relates to Haryana, is amended by this amendment. It replaces the current proviso...

Amendments to the Kerala Factories Rules, 1957

Under Section 112 of the Factories Act, 1948, the Kerala government has released draft amendments to the Kerala Factories Rules, 1957. The main modifications require safety audits for factories that use dangerous chemicals, have 100 or more employees, or use risky processes. The amendments specify the requirements for internal and...

Invites public feedback on Draft “National Labour & Employment Policy - Shram Shakti Niti 2025”

The Draft National Labour & Employment Policy, Shram Shakti Niti 2025, has been made available for public comment by the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India. In line with India's Viksit Bharat @2047 objective, the policy presents a thorough vision to develop a workforce that is equitable, inclusive,...

Release of FAQs on the Revamped Electronic Challan-cum Return system.

The updated Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) System FAQs have been made available by the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) in accordance with Circular No. Compliance (V.6)/e-office-704368/2025/13202. Simplifying compliance, increasing transparency, and improving the employer experience are the goals of the updated ECR. The updated system's operational aspects are clarified by the...

The Industrial Disputes (Tripura Third Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

Significant modifications to the state's implementation of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 are brought about by the Industrial Disputes (Tripura Third Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, which was issued by the Governor of Tripura on directives from the Hon. President. This ordinance is a component of a larger initiative to support Tripura's...

Government of Kerala hereby declare their intention to add the Employment in 'Online Delivery Services' to Part-I of the schedule

In accordance with the 1948 Minimum salaries Act, the Keral and government intends to establish minimum salaries for employees in online delivery services. By guaranteeing equitable compensation, this action seeks to safeguard delivery workers. Within three months after the notification, the public is asked to provide input.

Fixed Minimum Wages for Online Delivery Services in Kerala

In accordance with the Minimum Wages Act of 1948, the Kerala government has published a notice aiming to establish minimum wages for workers in online delivery services throughout the state. The Act does not currently cover this type of employment. Within three months of the publication date, the government requests...

Date Change for Diwali Holiday

The date of the 2024 Diwali vacation has been changed by the Bihar government, as announced in Notification No. 3/H-01/2024-19025/SA. This update changes the previously announced holiday schedule. According to the new regulation, the revised holiday date must be celebrated throughout the state. Change of date from 22 October to...

Prominent display of extract of FORM 5A at the entrance of the establishment or on the website.

The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has issued a directive regarding the prominent display of a Form 5A excerpt through Circular No. Compliance/U/P78/2022/Advocacy/55643/13179. Establishments are now required to display this excerpt at the building's entrance and, if relevant, on their official website or mobile application. Improving the openness and accessibility...

Allowing Women workers to be employed upto 10 PM in factories.

The Puducherry government has issued a notice permitting women to work in factories until 10:00 PM through G.O.Ms.No.14/AIL/T/2025/545. This decision seeks to increase gender inclusion in the industrial workforce while also offering adequate safety and welfare measures for women who work long hours.

List of Holidays for Rajasthan, Year 2026

Through the notification no. P.6(1) SA.PR.6/2024-71, has introduced list of holidays for year 2026

The Maharashtra Factories (Second Amendment) Rules, 2025

The Maharashtra Factories (Second Amendment) Rules, 2025 Notification was released by the Maharashtra government through Extra Ordinary No. 69. Modifications made by the Factories Act of 1948 to the Maharashtra Factories Rules of 1963. Emphasis on ease of compliance, women's welfare, worker safety, and digitization. Updated medical examination guidelines, paperwork,...

Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017

For the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017 to be implemented effectively, the Maharashtra government has released a circular.

ESIC Amnesty Scheme, 2025

Amnesty Scheme is launched by ESIC; it is effective from 1st October to 30th September 2026. It solves the pending disputes and reduces the litigation burden under the ESI act. It is one-time opportunity to settle prosecution-related cases, damage, contribution and coverage in a transparent and structured manner.

Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025

The Maharashtra government issued the ordinances through the notification of Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017 by this ordinances No. 53, It reduces the cost of compliance for small businesses transactions and it offers operational flexibility while ensuring labour law protect workers.

Government of Gujarat has revised Special Allowance (VDA) and minimum wages

With effect from October 1, 2025, the Gujarati government has updated the minimum salary and Special Allowance (VDA) for all scheduled jobs (Notification No. Sr. A.6/T.3/2025/703 to 724)

Goa Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2025

In order to regulate working conditions, service conditions, registration, wages, working hours, leave, welfare provisions, and other labor-related obligations for shops, commercial establishments, restaurants, hotels, theaters, and other establishments in the State, the Goa government passed the "Goa Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2025."...

Goa List of Holidays, 2026

In the state of Goa via notification No. 37/8/2025-GAD-III/4171, notified the list of holidays for year 2026. It includes the national holidays, regional holidays, and religious festivals. It is applicable throughout state.

Factories act, 1948, Haryana exemptions of Working hours and interval of rest for adults.

As part of the EODB-BRAP reforms, the Haryana government (see Endst.No.11/66/2025-4Lab dated 29.09.2025) has published a notification that exempts adult factory workers from the Factories Act, 1948, with regard to working hours and rest periods.

List of Holidays for Mizoram, Year 2026

Through the notification no. F 23012/36/2025-ESTT-GAD, government of Mizoram has announced the list of holidays for year 2026.

Three-week orientation program for recently promoted APFCs

The Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Academy of Social Security (PDUNASS) concluded a Three-week orientation program for recently promoted APFCs that emphasized ethics, a compassion, and customer-centric governance. Field trips, in-class instruction, and innovative courses like "Compassion in Governance" were all incorporated into the program. It equipped officers with leadership skills,...

20.36 Lakh New Workers Enrolled under ESI Scheme in July 2025

In July 2025, around 20.36 lakh new employees have been registered under ESI scheme and 31,146 establishments, there are around 48% worker under 25 years. There is increase in female enrolments that has been reached 4.33 lakhs and 88 transgenders also increased.

Swasth Nari, Sashakt Pariwar Abhiyaan

On 25th September ESIC organized health camps and awareness program across hospitals under Swasth Nari, Sashakt Pariwar Abhiyan. It focuses on women’s maternal acre, lifestyle diseases, health and awareness on cancer and tuberculosis. The camps were held in Faridabad, Gurugram, Ludhiana and Tirunelveli.

The Kerala department of Economics and statistic released the CPI for agricultural labourers and industrial worker (July 2025)

The Kerala department of Economics and statistic released the CPI for agricultural labourers and industrial worker (July 2025). The indicators are based on 2011-12 = 100 and are related to 1998-99 = 100. Kasargod (240) had the highest score, while Palakkad (202) had the lowest. These numbers are used to...

Employees Provident Fund Organization, details the introduction of the upgraded Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR)

Circular No. Compliance/ECR Revamp/ECR Revamp/2025/12997, released by the Employees Provident Fund Organization, details the introduction of the upgraded Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) for the wage month of September 2025 onwards. EPFO implemented an updated ECR system to ensure accurate Pension Fund contributions after the age of 58, expedite return filing and...

SPREE Mobile App under the Scheme for Promotion of Registration of Employers and Employees

Under the Scheme for promotion of Registration of Employers and Employees ESIC has launched the SPREE mobile app (2025), this app is to capture the employer date during the field visits. It has a web Admin module that allow user monitoring, export of report and role creation.

Kerala Factories (Amendment) Rules, 2025

Under the gazette notifications G.O.(P) No.81/2025/LBR, S.R.O.No.1136/2025 Of Kerala government. It substitutes rules 108 to 111. As rule 108 to 109 defines supervisory or managerial staff and it requires factories to maintain the updated list. Under Rules 110-111 grants for conditionals exemptions for adults’ workers in urgent repairs and continuous...

The Goa State Logistics and Warehousing Incentives Scheme, 2025 and more

Permits factories to be inspected for compliance by private recognized firms. Risk-level-based inspections (every year to every five years). Inspection reports are required from factories in order to approve or renew their licenses. The Goa government has published the Notification of the Third Party Inspection of the Factories in CIF/120(S-II)/IFB/2025-26/1861....

Chhattisgarh shop and establishments (Regulation of Employment and conditions of service) Rules, 2021

Through the notification no. ESB/762/2025-LABOUR, the Chhattisgarh government exemption women in night shift in Chhattisgarh shop and establishments (Regulation of Employment and conditions of service) Rules, 2021.

MoU with Zepto to enhance job opportunities through the National Career Service (NCS) portal

The Ministry of Labour & Employment now has signed the MoU with Zepto. The reason for this to enhance the job opportunities through the National Career Service. Now under this zepto will post 10,000 jobs during this period.

Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activist (Welfare) Rules, 2025

The Karnataka government has released the Draft Notification for the Karnataka Cine and Cultural Activists (Welfare) Rules, 2025 under Vide NO: LD 386 LET 2023. Outlines proposed regulations for the state's cultural workers and activists.

EPFO Records Addition of 21.04 Lakh Net Members during July 2025

Added members: 21.04 lakh; new subscribers: 9.79 lakh, 60% of whom are between the ages of 18 and 25. 4.42 lakh net female additions; 16.43 lakh rejoined. increased employment driven by youth, improved social security, and a more diverse workforce in all major states and sectors.

Notification regarding minimum wages act, Bihar

The Bihar government has released a notice under S.O. 165 concerning the classification of workers under the Minimum Wages Act. Please refer to the announcement for more details. Based on the 1948 Minimum Wages Act, the Bihar government has reclassified workers into four categories: unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled, and highly skilled.

Circular on PF Final Settlements Part Payment

In WSU/claimprocessing/2025/E-1173371/36, Partial payment of PF final settlements is authorized by the EPFO circular issued on September 19, 2025. Rather than denying claims due to delayed transfers or outstanding employer contributions, field offices are required to provide the available PF balance to members. Once the dues are credited, the remaining...

Press release on August 2025's All India CPI Numbers for Agricultural and Rural Workers

The Consumer Price Index Numbers for Agricultural Labourers (CPI-AL) and Rural Labourers (CPI-RL) for August 2025 (Base: 2019=100) have been released by the Labour Bureau of the Ministry of Labour & Employment. The CPI-RL has risen by 0.94 points to reach 136.60, whereas the CPI-AL has increased by 1.03 points...

A single login will provide access to all essential services and Provident Fund information. Important EPFO reforms are announced by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya.

Significant modifications to EPFO services have been implemented by the Ministry of Labour & Employment. Members can now access all services with a single login. The member portal now features a new "Passbook Lite," allowing for easy viewing of PF details. The process of PF transfers has become more transparent...