Goa Declares Paid Holiday for Panchayat Bypolls
Goa Govt announces paid holiday on May 11, 2025, for voters in select wards of Bardez and Mormugao Talukas due to Panchayat bye-elections.
Tripura Enables Night Shifts for Women with New Safety Norms
Tripura amends law to allow women to work night shifts with consent and safety measures including transport, restrooms, and protection from harassment.
Chandigarh Declares New Public Holiday on April 14
Chandigarh announces April 14, 2025, as a public holiday for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, cancelling Good Friday and Buddha Purnima holidays.
April 14, 2025: A Day Off to Honor Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
Government of India has officially declared April 14, 2025 (Monday) as a holiday to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
AP’s New IT & ITES Exemption: A Safety Boost?
Govt of AP has notified an exemption from specific provisions of the AP Shops and Establishments Act, 1988. This exemption applies to IT & ITES
TN’s New Business Rule: Annual Returns Made Mandatory!
Employers of establishments will now be required to submit a combined annual return under Section 47-A of the Tamil Nadu Shops and Establishments Act.
New AP Shops & Establishments Rules for Appeals
AP amendments to the Shops & Establishments Rules, 1990, streamline authority appointments and establish a transparent appeal process for fines under the Act.
Nagaland Seeks Feedback on Proposed Amendments To Shop Rules
Nagaland Government invites public feedback on the draft amendments to the Shops and Establishment Rules, including exemptions and maternity leave provisions.
TN Launches New Scheme for Employment of Marginalized Groups
TN introduces a payroll subsidy scheme to encourage hiring women, differently-abled, and transgender individuals in the industrial sector for economic growth.
Karnataka Revises Minimum Wages & VDA for Shops, 2025-26
The Karnataka Government updates minimum wages and VDA for shops and commercial establishments, effective from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.
