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IT unions push work from home mandate for 5.8 million workers after Modi austerity push

IT unions push work from home mandate for 5.8 million workers after Modi austerity push

India’s IT employee body NITES has urged the Labour Ministry to mandate work from home for 5.8 million workers, citing Prime Minister Modi’s call for austerity to cut fuel use and reduce travel amid global uncertainty. The proposal seeks official guidance rather than voluntary remote work, framing WFH as a cost and emissions saving step for the IT workforce.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Labour Ministry issues final Wage and Industrial Relations rules paving way for floor wages and reskilling

Labour Ministry issues final Wage and Industrial Relations rules paving way for floor wages and reskilling

The Labour Ministry has notified final rules under the Code on Wages and the Industrial Relations Code. The move clears the path for setting floor wages across India and establishing a reskilling fund for workers. It also enables key appointments, including conciliation, certifying officers, and an appellate authority, to drive enforcement and dispute processes.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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EPFO may raise EPS minimum pension to Rs 1000 as Labour moves closer to hike

EPFO may raise EPS minimum pension to Rs 1000 as Labour moves closer to hike

EPFO members awaiting a higher minimum pension under the EPS-95 scheme may get relief soon. The Ministry of Labour and Employment is reportedly considering raising the minimum monthly pension from the current Rs 1,000. If approved, the change is expected to benefit a large set of eligible pensioners whose payouts currently sit at or near the minimum threshold.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 1 May 2026
Labour Ministry to inspect firms dodging EPFO registration and tighten protections for workers

Labour Ministry to inspect firms dodging EPFO registration and tighten protections for workers

The Labour and Employment Ministry is set to roll out a comprehensive inspection program aimed at improving worker protections. The move targets companies that fail to register with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, signaling a more proactive enforcement approach to plug compliance gaps and reduce the risk of workers missing out on benefits.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 28 Apr 2026
Gig workers demand legal heatwave protection including paid breaks and water

Gig workers demand legal heatwave protection including paid breaks and water

App-based transport workers, through IFAT, have written to India’s labour ministry seeking mandatory heatwave protection under the Code on Social Security, 2020. They’re asking for paid breaks and guaranteed access to water while working. The push comes as heatwaves worsen and firms may struggle with rider availability, with IFAT pointing to protections adopted in other countries.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 26 Apr 2026
Zepto cofounder admits missteps and welcomes government feedback after meeting labour minister Mandaviya

Zepto cofounder admits missteps and welcomes government feedback after meeting labour minister Mandaviya

After meeting Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Zepto cofounder Aadit Palicha said the quick commerce firm backs government initiatives and is willing to accept constructive suggestions. Palicha highlighted the company’s employment footprint, citing over 180,000 delivery partners and more than 40,000 store and warehouse-related workers, while noting other gig players have helped sustain the ecosystem.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 24 Apr 2026

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