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NOTIFICATIONS Redefinition of “Worker” Category Under Indian Labour Laws The Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, through a notification dated 30 January 2026 , has significantly redefined the scope of who qualifies as a “worker” under Indian labour law frameworks. The notification clarifies that persons employed in a supervisory capacity and earning more than ₹18,000 per month  will no longer fall within the statutory definition of a “worker”. This change

The Union Budget 2026 reflects a continuation of the government’s medium-term fiscal strategy, anchored in capital-led growth, manufacturing expansion and gradual regulatory consolidation. With a fiscal deficit target of 4.3% of GDP for FY 2026–27 , the Budget balances expenditure discipline with sustained public investment, particularly in infrastructure, skills and enterprise development. While labour and employment reforms are not foregrounded as standalone announcements,

We are delighted to share that our Managing Partner, Mr. Jitesh Pandey has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer: Notable Practitioner for Labour and Employment in the recently announced Leading Lawyer Rankings 2025-26 by LegalEra. This accolade reflects his extensive knowledge of labour and employment law, his unwavering dedication to delivering pragmatic and client-centric solutions, and his strong leadership in addressing complex workforce and regulatory matters. With his

Notifications Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2025 The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued the Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2025, to address practical issues arising from the enforcement of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Although the Code came into force on 21 November 2025, the earlier notification did not expressly repeal the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 or ensure a smooth transition of adjudicatory me