Central Government issues the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026; modifies the definition of “transgender person” and incorporates additional penalties
The Central Government has issued the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act, 2026 (“Amendment Act”) to further amend the Transgender Persons […]
Karnataka Government notifies the Karnataka Tax on Profession, Trades, Callings and Employments (Amendment) Act, 2026 with a view to simplify compliance, reduce paperwork and facilitate ease of doing business
The Karnataka Government has notified the Karnataka Tax on Profession, Trades, Callings and Employments (Amendment) Act, 2026 (“Amendment”) to further amend the […]
Uttar Pradesh Government proposes Draft Uttar Pradesh Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Government has proposed the Draft Uttar Pradesh Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026 (“Draft Rules”) under the […]
Public comments invited on the Draft Code on Wages (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026 by 28th April 2026
The Draft Code on Wages (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026 (“Draft Rules”) have been published in the Official Gazette. Objections and suggestions, if any, may […]
The Ministry of Labour and Employment issues additional FAQs on all four Labour Codes
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued detailed FAQs on the Labour Codes including Key Clarifications: I. Code on Wages, 2019: […]
FAQs on OSH&WC Code to clarify provisions regarding applicability, health checks, inspection framework and contract labour
Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a set of Frequently Asked Questions (“FAQs”) on the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions […]
Andhra Pradesh issues Draft Code on Social Security (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026 inviting objections and suggestions by 09.04.2026
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has issued the Draft Code on Social Security (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026 (“Draft Rules”) under the Code […]
Delhi Shops and Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2026 notified; increases spread-over hours and prescribes conditions for employing women during night shift
The Government of National Capital Territory (“NCT”) of Delhi has amend the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954 (“Act”) through Delhi Shops […]
Maharashtra State Commission for women reiterates mandatory compliance with the provisions of the POSH Act
The Maharashtra State Commission for Women has issued a notification asking all District Magistrates (“DMs”) to conduct an Internal Audit (“IC Audit”) […]
Submission dates of annual and monthly returns under Maharashtra Professional tax revised
The Government of Maharashtra (“Government”) revises the submission date of annual return for various instances through the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, […]
Ministry of Labour and Employment issues the Compliance Handbook for Employers under the Four Labour Codes
The Ministry of Labour and Employment (“MOLE”) has issued the Compliance Handbook for Employers under the Four Labour Codes (“Compliance Handbook”). The […]
Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Act, 2026 received assent of the President on 16th February 2026 clarifying the functioning of the Tribunals and statutory authorities under the repealed Acts
The Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Act, 2026 (“Amendment Act”) has received assent of the President on 16th February 2026 andgained retrospective effect […]