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Explainer: New Labour Codes promise better worker protection, cleaner compliance

Explainer: New Labour Codes promise better worker protection, cleaner compliance

The new, uniform definition of "wages" caps allowances at 50 per cent of total compensation. This means basic pay will rise, increasing provident fund (PF) and gratuity contributions. Take-home salary may fall slightly, but retirement benefits grow significantly

24 November,2025 08:47 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Orphan reservation in Maharashtra to apply only to vacant posts

Orphan reservation in Maharashtra to apply only to vacant posts

The new GR tightens the eligibility criteria, defining an “institutional orphan” as a child whose biological parents died before the age of 18 and who was raised solely in institutions recognised under the Juvenile Justice Act. The previous term “parents” has been replaced with “biological parents” to clarify eligibility

14 November,2025 07:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Maharashtra launches Gems and Jewellery Policy with Rs 13,835 crore outlay

Maharashtra launches Gems and Jewellery Policy with Rs 13,835 crore outlay

According to a government resolution (GR) issued by the industries department, the policy provides financial incentives worth Rs 1,651 crore for the 2025–30 period, with an additional Rs 12,184 crore set aside for 2031–2050, taking the total outlay to Rs 13,835 crore

12 November,2025 11:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Cabinet approves 'terms of reference' for 8th central pay commission

Cabinet approves 'terms of reference' for 8th central pay commission

According to an official statement, the 8th Central Pay Commission will operate as a temporary body comprising a Chairperson, one Part-Time Member, and a Member-Secretary

28 October,2025 04:21 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

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