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.
Supreme Court Upholds Rights of Disabled Medical Aspirants
The Supreme Court of India has upheld the rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs) to pursue medical education. The Court directed the government to take necessary steps to ensure reasonable accommodation for PwDs in medical colleges.
Supreme Court Mandates Non-Negotiable Accessibility Standards for Persons with Disabilities
The Supreme Court of India has pronounced a judgment upholding the rights of persons with disabilities (PwDs). It has also directed the government to take immediate steps to ensure accessibility in public spaces and services.
Govt of Kerala Introduces a New Bill : Strengthening Forest Protection and Management
Government of Kerala issued the Kerala Forest (Amendment) Bill, 2024 to further amend the Kerala Forest Act 1961
New Exemption to IT and ITES Sectors: What It Means for Employers and Employees
The Government of Uttar Pradesh issued a notification regarding exemption granted for two years for the establishments related to IT and ITES in Uttar Pradesh
Delhi Government Declares Holiday for Chhat Puja
Delhi Government Declares Holiday on November 7th 2024 or Chhat Puja
Haryana Government Amends Monthly Pension Scheme for Media Persons
Government of Haryana Information, Public Relations & Languages Department on October 22nd 2024 issued a notification approving amendments to the monthly pension scheme for media persons
India Unveils National Strategy to Combat Unintentional Injuries
The Indian government has released a National Strategy for the Prevention of Unintentional Injuries. This framework aims to address the pressing issue of unintentional injuries, which pose a significant public health burden in the country.
Timely Disbursement of EPS 95 Pension: Important Update from EPFO
Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) issued a circular regarding the timely disbursement of pensions for EPS 95 pensioners for October 2024
MoF Issued Recent Amendments to the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU)
Ministry of Finance in India announced significant amendments to the Scheme of Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU).
