Tag results for 'labour codes'
Rewriting compensation procedures: how India’s new Labour Codes are driving a compensation overhaul
India’s impending new employment laws are forcing companies to change how they manage their money and pay structures. It is forcing an urgent, boardroom-level rewriting of compensation procedures to navigate a reconstituted definition of ‘wages’, which triggers escalating statutory liabilities, compressed final settlement timelines, and democratised fixed-term employment benefits. This article analyses the legal framework and practical application of the new system, breaking down its regulatory mechanics and operational realities. It also evaluates the long-term legal and operational implications for employers.
Released on Jul 20, 2026
India’s new Labour Codes: recognition of trade unions
India’s new labour codes presents by far the biggest change in the country’s employment law legislative history. This article focuses on the concept of recognition of trade unions, as introduced by the law.
Released on Apr 29, 2026
Employment termination in India: navigating legal frameworks, fair procedures and severance strategies
This article provides an overview of the key legal provisions in India that govern employment termination. It delves into the procedural safeguards in place to prevent unfair dismissals, highlighting the distinctions in employment termination practices across different sectors, the special protections afforded to vulnerable groups such as women, disabled or sick employees and the importance of adherence to principles of natural justice in the termination process.
Released on Jul 28, 2025