EPFO launches online system accessible through Unified Portal, enabling employers of exempted establishments to surrender exemptions and transfer past member accumulations
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (“EPFO”) has launched an online system for surrender of exemption and the transfer of members’ past accumulations. […]
Government of Goa rolls out Safety guidelines for work at height in factories; precautionary measures include providing safety harness, isolating area below roof work, installation of railings, providing safety nets etc.
The Inspectorate of Factories and Boilers, Goa has rolled out safety guidelines to be followed by all registered factories under the Factories Act, […]
The timeline for obtaining a valid insurance policy under Karnataka Compulsory Gratuity Insurance Rules, 2024 stands extended till 10th July 2024
Government of Karnataka has issued a corrigendum extending the timeline for obtaining a valid insurance policy by the exiting establishments for their […]
West Bengal Govt. extends working hours for Information Technology companies to 9 hours per day, maintaining 48 hours weekly limit
The Government of West Bengal has notified that effective from 1st July, 2024 (today), Information Technology companies operating in West Bengal will […]
Labour Ministry amends the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995; fixes new damages recovery rate for employers defaulting on payment of contribution
The Ministry of Labour and Employment (“Ministry”) has notified amendments to the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995, to establish a new uniform rate […]
Labour Ministry amends the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 1952; fixes new damages recovery rate for employers defaulting on payment of contribution
The Ministry of Labour and Employment (“Ministry”) has notified amendments to the Employees’ Provident Funds Scheme, 1952, to establish a new uniform […]
Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) (Amendment) Rules, 2024 notified; mandates safety audit of factories with 50 or more workers
The Government of Maharashtra has notified the Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) (Amendment) Rules, 2024 to further amend Maharashtra Factories (Safety Audit) Rules, […]
Last date of e-filing return of Professional Tax in Form III in West Bengal extended till 15th June, 2024; submission in paper/physical form to be done by 30th June, 2024
In continuation of what we reported earlier (please refer to the e-mails in trail), the Directorate of Commercial Taxes, Government of West […]
Last date of e-filing return of Professional Tax in Form III in West Bengal extended till 31st May, 2024; submission in paper/physical form to be done by 15th June, 2024
The Directorate of Commercial Taxes, Government of West Bengal has extended the last date of filing return in Form-III under West Bengal […]
Government of Tripura reiterates exemption of shopkeepers and employers from obtaining registration under the Tripura Shops and Establishments Act
The Labour Department, Government of Tripura (“Department”) has re- iterated that no shopkeeper or employer is required to apply for registration of […]
Rajasthan Government prescribes conditions for employers to avail of exemption from keeping shops and commercial establishments closed for a day on weekly basis
Government of Rajasthan has granted an exemption to all shops and commercial establishments within the state from the mandatory closure requirement outlined […]
Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship amends Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 to expand the list of designated trades and training durations for trade apprentices across various groups
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (“Ministry”) has notified the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Rules, 2024 (“Amendment Rules”) to amend the existing Apprenticeship […]