“Welcoming a child into this world is a beautiful journey and every working mother deserves support through it.” Motherhood is one of life’s most cherished phases, but balancing it with a professional career can be a real challenge. That’s where…
Under the Payment of Gratuity Act, gratuity can be forfeited if an employee is terminated for misconduct that amounts to an offense involving moral turpitude no criminal conviction is required. Disciplinary proceedings rely on a lower standard of proof than…
In the fast-paced world of digital transformation, businesses are constantly evolving their branding strategies to stay ahead of the competition. Traditional trademarks, such as logos and brand names, have long been the foundation of brand identity. However, the rapid shift…
Effective April 1, 2025, the Indian government has introduced a significant revision to the MSME classification criteria. This move aims to foster the growth of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by expanding investment and turnover thresholds. But what does…
You walk into a store to buy your favourite snack. The packaging says “500 grams,” but when you weigh it at home, it’s only 480 grams. How would you feel? Probably cheated. Now flip the scenario what if your business…
A detailed inquiry into misconduct is required when an employee denies the allegations, placing the burden of proof on the employer. However, if the employee admits to the charges, the employer is not obligated to conduct a full inquiry or…
India has a vast and intricate labour law framework designed to protect workers’ rights and ensure a fair and just work environment. However, non-compliance with these laws can have severe repercussions for businesses, employers, and even employees. In this blog,…
Introduction Labour welfare is a crucial aspect of any working environment. The Haryana Labour Welfare Board has taken another step toward employee well-being by revising the Labour Welfare Fund (LWF) contribution rates. These changes, effective from 1st January 2025, were…
Introduction Labour compliance is a crucial aspect of running a business. It ensures that a company follows all legal rules and regulations related to employment. This includes wages, working hours, safety measures, benefits, and fair treatment of employees. Companies that…
Conveyance Allowance, Special Allowance, Washing Allowance, Incentive, High BF, Adhoc Allowance, etc., when paid uniformly and generally to all employees, will attract EPF contributions. Salary arrears are also subject to provident fund deductions. However, payments made exclusively to employees who…