Telangana Government Announces List of National, Festival, and Other Holidays for 2025
Government of Telangana issued an important notification regarding the National and Festival Holidays for 2025 under the National and Festival Holidays Act.
Tripura Government Revises Minimum Wages and Dearness Allowance for Workers
Government of Tripura issued an important notification that will have a significant impact on workers across the state
New Minimum Wages for Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu
The Administrator of Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu announced the revision of minimum wages and special allowances, effective from April 1, 2024.
West Bengal Government Announces Holidays for 2025
The Government of the West Bengal notifies Holidays list 2025.
Kerala Government Revises Variable Dearness Allowance for September 2024
The Government of Kerala, notifies revised variable dearness allowance for employment in Shops and Commercial Establishment and employment in Computer Software Sector Minimum Wages CPI Notification for the month of September 2024.
Labour Welfare and Social Security for Informal and Gig Economy Workers: Key Developments from the Ministry of Labour & Employment
The Ministry of Labour and Employment issues press release regarding Labour Welfare And Social Security In The Informal And Gig Economy.
Public Input Sought In Karnataka Over Paid Menstrual Leave Proposal
The Karnataka government is seeking public opinion on a proposal to grant women workers six days of paid menstrual leave per year. This initiative aims to improve the well-being of women in various sectors, including factories, garment industries, multinational companies, and the IT sector, ultimately leading to increased efficiency and morale. The deadline for submitting feedback is within November 29, 2024.
West Bengal Expands Jurisdiction of Labor Tribunals and Courts
The jurisdiction of these tribunals and courts for adjudication disputes/cases has been broadened to include a wider range of labor laws, including the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, the Employees’ Compensation Act, 1923, the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, and the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. The government has empowered the heads of directorates and judges-in-charge to distribute cases among tribunals and courts to ensure efficient disposal.
Special Arrangements for Upcoming By-Elections in Bihar
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced key bye-elections in Bihar, ensuring provisions for voters to exercise their democratic rights. Notifications issued by the state government outline specific measures to facilitate voting for eligible individuals, including government employees and workers in shops and establishments.
Gurugram Offices Encouraged to Implement Work-from-Home Amidst Air Quality Concerns
Private offices are encouraged to shift their employees to work-from-home arrangements to minimize traffic congestion and pollution. The move is expected to reduce vehicular emissions and contribute to the overall improvement of air quality in the region. It is important to note that the duration of the work-from-home advisory will depend on the prevailing air quality conditions and further directives from the authorities.
