Kerala Forms Panel to Study Centre's Labour Codes
Kerala govt forms 3-member legal panel to study Centre's labour codes, calls them anti-worker. Panel to submit report in a month. State vows constitutional fight.
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12 Children Rescued from Exploitative Construction Site in Guwahati
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
Delhi's No PUC, No Fuel Rule Cuts Petrol Pump Footfall
Delhi's strict 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy is now active, causing a significant 30-40% drop in customers at petrol pumps. Learn about the enforcement, public reaction, and its impact on pollution control.
Bihar's Labour Dept Renamed to Address Migrant Worker Welfare
Bihar renames its Labour Resources Department, signaling a new focus on migrant workers. We explore if this administrative change can translate into real action for millions.
Delhi's pollution curbs leave labourers jobless, relief inaccessible
As GRAP curbs halt construction in Delhi-NCR, daily wage workers gather at Labour Chowk in vain. Govt's Rs 10,000 relief fails to help unregistered labourers facing hunger and health crises. Read more.
Delhi Caps Private Office Staff at 50% Under GRAP IV
Delhi government mandates a 50% limit on physical attendance in private offices to combat air pollution. The order, part of GRAP Stage IV, includes penalties for violations. Learn the details and implications.
Delhi Offices at 50% Capacity Due to Severe Pollution
Delhi Labour Department mandates 50% staff in offices from Dec 18 due to toxic air. Construction workers to get compensation for GRAP losses. Essential services exempt.
VB-G RAM G Bill's 60-Day Farm Season Pause: Labour Shortage Debate
The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day halt to rural work during peak farming seasons. We examine data on rural wages and female LFPR to see if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages. Read the full analysis.
Delhi to Launch Mobile App for Pre-Booking Liquor
Delhi govt plans a mobile app for pre-booking liquor brands. This aims to reduce queues and ensure availability. Learn how this digital move will change your buying experience.
US Job Cuts Spike, Unemployment at 4.6% Post-Shutdown
US unemployment rate climbs to 4.6% in November, the highest since 2021, amid federal job cuts and economic uncertainty. Key insights on Fed rates and hiring trends.
Rs 2 Crore for South Delhi Footbridge, Subway Maintenance
Delhi's PWD earmarks Rs 2+ crore for 2025-26 to enhance cleanliness and safety of foot overbridges and subways in south and south-east Delhi through comprehensive maintenance.
Delhi GRAP-IV Ban Pushes Construction Workers Into Debt
As GRAP-IV halts all construction in Delhi-NCR, daily-wage workers face unemployment and mounting debt. Read about their struggle and the gaps in welfare support.
Ludhiana Industry Leaders Learn About New Labour Codes
Chamber of Industrial & Commercial Undertakings (CICU) organized a crucial session on India's new labour codes. Learn what experts said about compliance and impact on businesses in Ludhiana.
Delhi's Educated Women: Classroom Leaders, Workforce Laggards
Delhi's female literacy soars to 80.76%, with women dominating classrooms. Yet, a stark paradox emerges as their workforce participation lags at just 14.2%. Explore the data and the challenge.
Delhi records coldest morning of season at 5.6°C
Delhi shivered at 5.6°C, its coldest December morning in 15 years. While AQI improved slightly, it remains 'Very Poor'. IMD forecasts a potential cold wave in isolated areas. Read for full details.
Delhi: Educated Women Rise, But Jobs Remain Elusive
A Delhi govt report shows women are excelling in higher education and teaching roles, yet their workforce participation remains critically low at 14.2%. Explore the data and the structural barriers behind this paradox.
TN Halts State-Wide Migrant Labourer Survey
Tamil Nadu's labour department has indefinitely postponed a crucial survey of inter-state migrant workers due to fears of political backlash. Officials warn this leaves policymakers in the dark.
Labour Codes: A Step, Not a Game-Changer, Says Ex-Finance Secy
Former Finance Secretary Subhash Chandra Garg argues India's new labour codes are not transformative. Their success hinges on effective execution, with deeper reforms for workers and entrepreneurs still pending. Read the analysis.
Delhi Cold Wave: IMD Issues Warning as Temp Plummets
Delhi-NCR faces a severe cold wave with temperatures dropping to 6-8°C. IMD forecasts colder nights and shallow fog for the next five days. Air quality shows slight improvement.
Haryana SIC Notices Labour Dept for RTI Non-Compliance
Haryana State Information Commission serves show-cause notice to labour department officials for failing to provide RTI information. Learn about the case details and potential consequences.
India's New Labour Reforms: Creep or Leap?
Five years after Parliament passed new labour codes, implementation remains slow. While hailed as revolutionary, experts debate if these reforms represent true transformation or incremental progress.
HRCP: Punjab Labour Code 2025 Undermines Worker Protections
Human Rights Commission of Pakistan warns new labour code may dismantle worker protections, extend work hours, and weaken unions. Urgent review demanded.
Delhi Plans 13 New Districts with Redrawn Boundaries
Delhi government's revenue department proposes restructuring the capital into 13 districts with new names. The draft plan aims for better administrative efficiency. Read more about the proposed changes.
Kerala Minister Opposes Centre's New Labour Codes
Kerala Labour Minister V Sivankutty demands immediate withdrawal of 4 labour codes, warning they weaken workers' rights and social justice. Read the full story.
Karnataka Plans Rs 2,120 Cr Welfare Fund via Fuel Cess
Karnataka labour department targets Rs 2,120 crore welfare fund through fuel cess for health, accident benefits, education and death compensation. Learn how this impacts workers.
CII Northern Region Lauds Streamlined Labour Laws
CII Northern Region praises India's simplified labour codes, highlighting benefits for industry and workers. Learn how these reforms boost ease of doing business.
India Implements 4 Labour Codes: What Changes Now
India implements four landmark labour codes replacing 29 outdated laws. Learn how this affects wages, social security, working conditions and industrial relations for millions of workers.
Kerala Rejects Central Labour Codes Implementation
Kerala government announces it will not implement Central Labour Codes, maintaining state's pro-worker stance. Minister Sivankutty confirms state's position at Union Labour Ministry meeting.
Labour Reforms: Path to Win-Win Industrial Relations
India's new labour codes spark nationwide strikes, but could they pave way for innovative worker-industry partnerships? Explore the potential for win-win solutions in industrial relations.
New Labour Codes: Why Factory Reforms May Fall Short
India's new labour codes face hurdles in boosting factory hiring. Bureaucracy and retrenchment rules limit impact. Explore the analysis of these industrial relations reforms.
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