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Construction permits, GST, labor laws among top challenges for MSMEs: Assocham advocates reforms

Assocham highlighted key challenges MSMEs face, such as delays in construction approvals, complexities in land-use conversion, taxation issues, logistics and…

May 12, 2025 15:41 IST

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Pushing labour reform: A work in progress with promising state-level strides

Despite delays in notifying the four codes, it’s good news that states are proactively leading the charge.

April 26, 2025 03:00 IST

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Enhancing labour productivity for sustainable and inclusive growth

By enhancing productivity, we empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential.

April 15, 2025 05:00 IST

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18 killed, 5 injured in massive fire after blast at firecracker warehouse in Gujarat’s Banaskantha

At least 18 people were killed and 5 injured in a blast at a firecracker warehouse in Gujarat’s Banaskantha. The…

April 1, 2025 18:01 IST

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India’s social protection coverage doubles to 49%: ILO chief

Labour minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted India’s reforms over the past decade to create quality jobs, enhance labour market flexibility, and…

February 25, 2025 02:45 IST

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Skill gloom: Crisis in India’s Workforce

The L&T chief has raised a critical point, but welfare schemes alone are not the reason for labour shortage.

February 13, 2025 04:00 IST

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Half the Indians are overworked. Can they push it?

According to the Factories Act of 1948, the maximum working hours in India is 9 hours daily and 48 hours…

January 10, 2025 20:22 IST

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Resilience or stress?

According to ASUSE 2023-24, the number of unincorporated enterprises rose to 73.4 million from the pandemic lows of 59.7 million…

December 27, 2024 04:15 IST

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Gender gaps persist

Women’s access to paid work can only improve when the economy is creating adequate jobs.

December 26, 2024 04:15 IST

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Succour when in need

Just 1 million out of 63 million Indian enterprises and 7.5% of the labour force make contributions for SS, and…

October 19, 2024 04:45 IST

Labour Ministry to seek Cabinet nod for new job schemes soon

The ELIS with a budgetary outlay of ₹ 1,07,000 crores (for five years) was announced in Budget 2024-25 with an…

September 18, 2024 00:05 IST

New job schemes may fast-track Code on Wages

The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 currently applies to workers employed under a few sectors, such as mining, agriculture, construction, railways,…

August 29, 2024 03:45 IST

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Reinvented Labour

Prospects of an upswing in India-UK bilateral relations are bright including an FTA deal.

July 6, 2024 05:00 IST

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Coming soon: New labour index to rank states on workers’ welfare, productivity

An official said the index would ensure uniformity in labour laws’ implementation across states, and will have the broader objective…

June 26, 2024 06:00 IST

Much to gain from labour

Definitive policy steps are needed to salvage industries that create jobs from a precipitous decline

June 21, 2024 06:30 IST

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Getting Opposition-ruled states on board key to labour codes’ roll-out

New labour minister to review declining labour force, dip in women’s share

June 12, 2024 03:15 IST

All in a (scorching) day’s work

Heat stress can also cause workplace accidents, and decrease in productivity. Burns can also occur as a result of accidental…

June 2, 2024 02:30 IST

Good news for Haryana restaurants owners! They can now remain open 24X7

In Haryana, restaurants can now remain open round-the-clock: Deputy CM Chautala

The eateries, willing to remain open 24 hours, will have to register with the Labour Department and follow other terms…

Updated: July 5, 2023 09:28 IST

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