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Supreme Court Clarifies: Payment of Gratuity Act Does Not Apply to Central Government Employees under CCS Pension Rules
Introduction The question of which statutory regime governs the payment of gratuity to government employees has been a recurring source of litigation in India. In a significant rul
Supreme Court Ruling on Contract Labour: Workers Hired Through Contractors Cannot Claim Equal Status as Regular Employees
Introduction The Supreme Court of India has recently reaffirmed a crucial principle governing employer-employee relatioships in the context of contract labour. The court’s de
Women’s Employment: Night Shift Provisions and Safety Requirements
The employment landscape for women in India has undergone substantial transformation over the past two decades, particularly concerning night shift work. Historical restrictions th
Working Hours Law in India: Factories Act Section 55, Code on Wages Limits
The regulation of working hours, overtime compensation, and rest intervals forms the cornerstone of labour welfare legislation in India. These provisions ensure that workers are no
Contract Labour Regulation: Licensing, Registration, and Welfare Obligations
Introduction to Contract Labour Regulation in India The employment of contract labour in India has long presented unique challenges for workers who often face precarious working co
Inter-State Migrant Workers: Enhanced Protections and Registration Mandates
Introduction The migration of workers across state boundaries in India represents one of the most significant demographic and economic phenomena in contemporary times. Workers from
EPF and Pension Schemes Consolidation: What Changes for Employees and Employers
Introduction to the Regulatory Framework The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) serves as one of the world’s largest social security institutions, administer
Gratuity Rules in India: Eligibility, Calculation Formula & Tax Treatment
Gratuity represents a statutory benefit that acknowledges an employee’s loyalty and dedication to an organization over an extended period. The concept of providing retirement
Annual Health Check-ups: Mandatory Medical Examinations for All Employees
Workplace health and safety represent fundamental rights of every employee in India. Over decades, Indian labour legislation has evolved to protect workers from occupational hazard
National Social Security Board in India: Roles, Powers, and Social Security Schemes for Unorganized Workers
Introduction India’s labor landscape presents a unique challenge where approximately 93 percent of the workforce operates within the unorganized sector, comprising around 437
