Labour Law Updates
Implementation of New Labour Codes: Regulatory Roadmap 2026
Analysis of the upcoming transition to the four comprehensive Labour Codes and the strategic compliance shifts required for industrial establishments. (Full PDF coming soon)
Minimum Wage Revision: Statutory Notifications for Industrial Zones
Summary of the latest variable dearness allowance (VDA) adjustments and their impact on payroll budgets across key manufacturing hubs. (Full PDF coming soon)
PF & ESI Compliance Checklist for the New Fiscal Year
Vital updates on electronic challan-cum-return (ECR) filing procedures and Aadhaar seeding requirements for universal account numbers. (Full PDF coming soon)
Gratuity Act Amendments: Understanding the Liability Shift
Interpretation of recent judicial precedents concerning the calculation of continuous service and terminal benefit disbursements. (Full PDF coming soon)
POSH Act Compliance: Drafting Mandatory Annual Reports
Step-by-step guidance for Internal Committees (IC) on preparing the statutory filings and maintaining the register of workplace audits. (Full PDF coming soon)
Contract Labour (R&A) Act: License Renewal Protocals
Crucial deadlines and documentation requirements for principal employers and contractors under the revised digital licensing portals. (Full PDF coming soon)
Maternity Benefit Case Study: Benchmarking Employer Obligations
Exploring the nuances of creche facility norms for establishments with over fifty employees and the hybrid work alternative. (Full PDF coming soon)
Bonus Act Fundamentals: Eligibility and Forfeiture Rules
Clarifying the statutory limits on salary ceilings for bonus eligibility and the impact of the latest court rulings on back-wages. (Full PDF coming soon)
Occupational Safety and Health: New Industrial Hygiene Standards
An Overview of the mandatory safety audits and the protocol for reporting high-risk industrial accidents to the Inspectorate of Factories. (Full PDF coming soon)
Shops & Establishments: Digital Registration Guide
Navigating state-wise variations in the 'Ease of Doing Business' portals for Intimation of Commencement and Annual returns. (Full PDF coming soon)
Trade Unionism: Negotiating Settlements in the Modern Era
Best practices for management during bilateral negotiations and the legal framework for Long-Term Settlements (LTS). (Full PDF coming soon)
Employment Standing Orders: Customizing Certified Rules
Why standardized standing orders may fail in specialized industries and how to seek certifications for specific operational requirements. (Full PDF coming soon)
Gig Economy and Social Security: Future Trends
Analysis of the proposed social security fund for platform workers and the resulting contribution obligations for e-commerce aggregators. (Full PDF coming soon)
Domestic Workers (Condition of Service) Draft Legislation
A deep dive into the evolving legal recognition of the unorganized sector and the responsibilities of service placement agencies. (Full PDF coming soon)
Industrial Disputes Act: Retreachment vs. Lay-off Procedures
Critical procedural safeguards for employers under Section 25-F and the distinction between permanent closure and temporary cessation. (Full PDF coming soon)
Apprenticeship Act: Incentives for Skill Development
Understanding the NAPS (National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme) subsidies and the legal distinction between an apprentice and a worker. (Full PDF coming soon)
Child Labour Prohibition: Stringent Enforcement Norms
Highlights of the zero-tolerance policy in hazardous industries and the mandatory age-verification audits for supply chain partners. (Full PDF coming soon)
Factories Act: Night Shift Rules for Women Workers
State-specific exemptions allowing women in factories to work night shifts, provided stringent transport and security measures are met. (Full PDF coming soon)
Inter-State Migrant Workmen Act: Registration Requirements
Navigating the legal obligations when employing workers from different states and the provision of displacement allowances. (Full PDF coming soon)
Labour Welfare Fund (LWF): State-wise Contribution Rates
A comprehensive table of the varying LWF deduction cycles and employer/employee share percentages for the current assessment period. (Full PDF coming soon)