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The UK Employment Rights Bill (Bill) is expected to mark a significant shift in the UK's flexible working framework once it becomes law. Currently, employers are only required to deal with flexible working requests...

Welcome to the tenth edition of the e-Bulletin (Volume VI) brought to you by the Employment, Labour and Benefits (ELB) practice group of Khaitan & Co. This e-Bulletin covers regulatory developments...

The article discusses the new Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, including its effective date, the transition period, statutory minimum versus voluntary higher contributions, voluntary contributions under the 2026 Scheme, and what are the practical implications for employers.

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, akin to global trends, India also experienced notable shifts in its employment landscape.

This May newsletter covers categories of updates relating to labour, environment and industry related laws. Notification of Karnataka Factories (Safety Audit) Rules, 2024...

This newsletter is prepared for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Readers are encouraged to reach out to the relevant practice group at Hammurabi & Solomon Partners for advice on specific facts and circumstances.

Whether the transfer order of an employee during the pendency of an inquiry before the internal committee of the company, is penal in nature?

These objectives are sought to be achieved through enactment and implementation of various labour laws, which regulate the terms and conditions of service and employment of workers.

India's Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the Code on Wages (Central) Rules, 2026, operationalizing the Code on Wages, 2019. These comprehensive rules establish frameworks for minimum wage fixation, working hours standardization, permissible wage deductions, bonus computation methodologies, and enhanced principal employer accountability in contractor-based employment arrangements.

Unemployment in India remains stubborn. The government's PLFS survey placed it at 5.6%[1] in June 2025, while independent estimates such as CMIE suggest a higher 7%.

Have you ever wondered why some professionals work as permanent employees while others choose the path of independent consulting?

The Union Minister of Labour and Employment and the Chairperson of the Central Board of Trustees, Employees' Provident Fund have approved the proposal for a Centralized Pension Payment System ("CPPS")...

India has entered a new phase in employment regulation with the implementation of the four consolidated Labour Codes.

This comprehensive update examines significant regulatory reforms and landmark judicial decisions reshaping India's employment law landscape in early 2026. From Delhi's expanded working hour thresholds and Karnataka's gig worker welfare framework to Supreme Court rulings on maternity benefits and the constitutional definition of 'industry', these developments signal a transformative period for workplace rights, gender equity, and labour relations across public and private sectors.

India’s labour and employment framework has undergone significant transformation over the past decade, particularly in relation to maternity protection and workplace inclusion. The expansion of maternity benefits through the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017[1] represented an important milestone in recognising the challenges faced by working mothers and promoting maternal health.

Launching a new business involves more than product development, funding and customer acquisition. One of the most valuable assets a company builds over time is its brand identity. Business names, logos, slogans...

We write to bring to your attention the key compliance requirements under the recently introduced Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Rules, 2025. ("Rules").