The Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the Social Security Code (Central) Rules, 2026, establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for provident fund, employee state insurance, gratuity, maternity benefits, and gig worker protections.

Workplace investigations in India involve complex legal and governance considerations that extend beyond simple HR procedures. Understanding the statutory frameworks, procedural fairness requirements, and potential legal exposure is essential for organizations managing employee complaints, misconduct allegations, and harassment claims while protecting both employee rights and corporate interests.

Businesses operating in India face significant legal, financial, and operational risks when they fail to comply with employment and labour laws. Understanding how non-compliance affects corporate governance, internal controls, and risk management is essential for protecting your organization from regulatory action, disputes, and reputational damage.

Is corporate governance merely a formal compliance exercise, or does it represent a genuine framework for accountability and responsible decision-making? This article examines the legal foundations of corporate governance in India under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI regulations, exploring whether governance mechanisms operate meaningfully in practice or exist only on paper.

Commercial disputes can have significant financial and operational consequences for businesses. Pre-litigation advisory involves evaluating a potential dispute before formal legal proceedings are initiated, helping clarify the legal position, assess available remedies, preserve evidence, evaluate commercial risks and determine whether litigation is the most appropriate course of action.