Govt Launches New Welfare Programs for Beedi Workers Welfare
The Government of India rolls out health, education, and housing schemes to improve the lives of 49.82 lakh registered Beedi workers across the nation.
Karnataka Revises Minimum Wages & VDA for Shops, 2025-26
The Karnataka Government updates minimum wages and VDA for shops and commercial establishments, effective from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.
Assam Issues New Minimum Wages and VDA for Urea Workers
Assam issues VDA for workers handling urea bags, effective July 1, 2024, reflecting CPI increase, with adjustments in wages for mechanized filling loading tasks
India’s February 2025 Inflation Data: Decline in Food Prices
February 2025 sees a drop in overall inflation to 3.61%, driven by a significant reduction in food inflation, offering relief to rural and urban consumers.
Manipur Government Revises Minimum Wages for Workers
Manipur revises daily wages for unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled workers, effective from March 1, 2025, ensuring fair compensation and financial relief.
Madhya Pradesh Revises VDA and Minimum Wages from Oct 2024
Madhya Pradesh revises Variable Dearness Allowance and minimum wages for scheduled employment, effective from October 1, 2024 after CPI increase and court order
Madhya Pradesh Announces New Guidelines for Cess Collection
Madhya Pradesh introduces new guidelines to address inefficiencies in Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess assessment and recovery process.
Government Extends PMFBY & RWBCIS Until 2025-26
The government extends PMFBY and RWBCIS with Rs. 69,515 crore funding, enhancing farmer insurance support and addressing grievances for smoother implementation
Kerala Revises Industry Categorization for Pollution Control
Kerala updates industry categorization under Red, Orange, Green, and White categories, aligning with CPCB guidelines for better environmental regulation
EPFO Bans Officials from Labour/EPF Consultancy Work
The EPFO’s March 2025 circular bans officials from engaging in any labour or EPF consultancy work
