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Woman joins contractual role for short-term, employer doesn't pay three months salary for taking maternity leave, High Court orders temporary employees should receive that benefit tooChhattisgarh High Court has held that a woman working as a guest lecturer cannot be denied maternity leave salary merely because she is not...- Gig workers get a seat at the table as Centre notifies social security boardsThe Ministry of Labour and Employment has notified the National Social Security Board for unorganised workers and gig workers. This board w...
- Social Security COLA 3.6% vs 3.4% wage growth: will retirees gain more buying power than workers earning wages in 2027, and is inflation eating the raise?Social Security benefits are set to increase by 3.6% in 2027, but will retirees actually feel richer? The answer depends on how quickly eve...
- US weekly unemployment claims hover near 57-year lowsInitial unemployment claims in the United States have decreased slightly to 194,000 for the week ending October 24. Labour market condition...
- Govt extends Amnesty Scheme under ESIC for three month till December 31The ‘New Amnesty Scheme 2025’, rolled out on October 1, 2025, is a one-time dispute resolution initiative aimed at reducing the backlog of ...
- Canada changes limit on work permit applications during LMIA decision waits for foreign workersCanada has lifted the 90-day limit on certain work permit applications while employers wait for Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs). T...
- New Amnesty Scheme 2025 extended till December 31. Check details hereThe Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has extended its New Amnesty Scheme, 2025, by three months until December 31, 2026, allow...
- Indians working in UK: Per diem paid by Indian company may be tax-free in India if these conditions are metIndians working in the UK may receive per diem payments from their Indian employers. However, these payments are generally taxable in the U...
- Vedanta explores Rs 80,000 crore investment in West Bengal, says Anil AgarwalIn a bold move, Vedanta Group's Anil Agarwal announced an investment strategy of Rs 70,000-80,000 crore in West Bengal, set to foster job c...
- Growing economy inequality one of nation's most pressing concerns, govt must act: CongCongress has raised concerns about growing economic inequality and the lack of employment opportunities under the Modi government. The part...
- Bill Gates says next 20 years to be the most tumultuous in human history as Microsoft announces buyouts to 60,000 employeesMicrosoft Layoffs: Bill Gates has warned that the next 20 years could be among the most tumultuous periods in human history as artificial i...
- Microsoft employees considering the buyout should check these health insurance rules before leaving their jobsThinking of taking Microsoft’s buyout? Pause before you sign anything. Once your job ends, your health insurance may stop too, but COBRA le...
- US green card backlog explained: Why Indian EB-2 and EB-3 applicants face an eight-year disadvantage over Chinese nationalsIndian professionals face stark challenges in their pursuit of US green cards, with waits far longer than their Chinese counterparts. The N...
- Delhi to Haridwar in 1.5 hours next month? Nitin Gadkari says new road projects will boost tourism, jobsUnion Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the opening of new road projects next month. Travel time from Delhi to H...
- Labour ministry resolves industrial dispute in Bihar; over 10,000 employees to benefitThe Labour Ministry on Tuesday said it has resolved two industrial disputes between Bihar Gramin Bank management and employees’ organisatio...
- What is the difference between buyout and layoff? Microsoft offers buyout to 60,000 employees; check what it means for workersMicrosoft buyout offer to 60,000 workers: Microsoft has introduced a Voluntary Exit Offer (VEO) for eligible employees in India, the US, Ca...
- Silver dividends: How investing in ageing societies can boost growth and cut healthcare costsAs populations age and people work longer, governments can turn longevity into an economic opportunity by investing in accessible infrastru...
- UK employees receiving per diem payments must separately disclose them if they cross HMRC-specified limits; Know what employees should doIn the UK, employees receiving per diem must be mindful of reporting amounts that exceed HMRC limits, as these payments are taxable income ...
- EPFO Vishwas 2026 scheme: How penalty on employer for late PF contributions can be cut from 37% a year to 1% a monthUnder the EPFO's VISHWAS, 2026 scheme, employers can settle delayed PF contribution penalties at reduced rates. This scheme allows penaltie...
- Amazon to recruit over 300,000 workers for holiday season in first hiring jump in three yearsIn a significant move, Amazon plans to hire over 300,000 employees in the US for the upcoming holiday season, marking its first recruitment...
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