“Prioritizing Hygiene: Essential Preparations as Schools Reopen in Kollam”
As schools in Kollam gear up to welcome students back into their classrooms, the health department emphasizes the critical importance of cleanliness. Preparatory measures must include thorough cleaning and mosquito control activities.
Standing Strong: SHe-Box Provides a Voice Against Harassment
This online portal, managed by the Central Government, allows any woman, whether an employee or a visitor, to file complaints related to workplace harassment swiftly and securely.
Ensuring Healthcare Equity: Implementing Supreme Court Orders on HIV/AIDS
In a significant move towards healthcare equity, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India has issued directives aimed at bolstering provisions for HIV/AIDS care and prevention. Referencing the landmark judgment, the Court has mandated specific actions for both the central and state governments.
“EPFO Eases Claim Procedures: No More Mandatory Document Uploads”
In a bid to expedite claim settlements and minimize rejections stemming from incomplete documentation, a significant update has been introduced by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO). Henceforth, certain eligible cases will no longer mandate the uploading of check leaf images or attested bank passbooks during online claim submissions.
“Beating the Heat at Work: Essential Guidelines for Employee Well-being”
As temperatures soar past the 46-degree Celsius mark in North India, including Delhi, combating the blistering heat becomes paramount. The India Meteorological Department forecasts the persistence of this scorching weather, necessitating robust measures to safeguard the well-being of workers.
“Record High Distribution: EPFO Recommends 8.25% Interest Rate for FY2023-24”
The Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has proposed an 8.25% annual interest rate for the financial year 2023–24. The recommendation came during the 235th meeting of the Board held on February 10, 2024, in Delhi, chaired by the Union Minister for Labour and Employment and Environment, Forestry, and Climate Change.
Mitigating Heat Stress: Municipal Commissioner’s Directive
Amid escalating heat wave conditions, Municipal Commissioner’s Circular No. 12 of 2024-2025 introduces measures to safeguard outdoor workers of the WBUES. Effective immediately until May 31, 2024, employees shall refrain from outdoor duties between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Chhattisgarh’s Equitable Wage Framework: Empowering Agricultural Workers
In adherence to the Minimum Wage Act of 1948 and subsequent notifications from the Labor Department, Chhattisgarh, a comprehensive framework has been established to ascertain fair wages for workers, particularly those engaged in agricultural employment.
Madhya Pradesh Government Takes Action: New Minimum Wage Rates Announced
In a recent notification from the Labor Department of M.P., significant adjustments have been made to minimum wage rates under the Minimum Wage Act, 1948, effective April 1st, 2024.
Understanding Rotational Employment Allowance under Minimum Wage Act in Uttarakhand
Rotational employment, a prevalent practice in various sectors, often entails fluctuating allowances governed by labor laws. In Uttarakhand, regulations outline the framework for such allowances, specifically for unskilled workers in agriculture.
