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Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje informed the Rajya Sabha today that th...
In a move aimed at ending the bureaucratic hurdles faced by millions of salaried employees, Union Mi...
Ministry of Labour amp Employment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding MoU with Zomato to li...
Ministry of Labour and Employment has formally summoned Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) following a complaint filed by the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES) regarding the indefinite delay in onboarding over 600 lateral hires. The Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) issued the summons on July 25, 2025. It calls for a joint discussion […]
A recent Reuters article dated July 22, 2025, titled “Official India jobless data is not accurate, say top independent economists”, has drawn sharp criticism from the Indian government and statistical experts. The article, based on a perception-driven poll of 50 unnamed economists, claims that India’s official unemployment rate—reported at 5.6% in June—is significantly understated, with […]
Ministry of Labour and Employment has formally notified relaxed eligibility criteria for Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme under Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The Central Board of Trustees approved these changes in February 2025, and they were officially notified on July 18. They aim to strengthen financial protection for families of deceased employees, especially […]
Ministry of Labour & Employment has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting unorganised workers across India through a range of labour welfare schemes. The Directorate General of Labour Welfare (DGLW) has successfully implemented these initiatives to support unorganised workers across India. They have directly benefited over 50 lakh workers and their families, especially those employed in […]
Ministry of Labour & Employment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Swiggy, India’s leading food delivery platform. The MoU was formalized in the presence of Union Ministers Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and Sushri Shobha Karandlaje on April 15, 2025, in New Delhi. This partnership targets the creation of over 12 lakh job opportunities within […]
Toward improving the welfare of women in India’s unorganized sector, Sumita Dawra, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, chaired a Roundtable Discussion focused on Enhancing Social Security Coverage and Care Support for Women. The event, held in New Delhi, brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, industry experts, and representatives from various organizations […]
Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, in collaboration with the ESIC and International Social Security Association (ISSA), is organizing a two-day international seminar on the topic “Formalization and Social Security Coverage for Workers in the Informal Sector: Challenges and Innovations.” The seminar will be held at Yashobhoomi – India International Convention & Expo […]
Ministry of Labour and Employment has released its Year End Review for 2024, highlighting significant achievements and initiatives aimed at advancing social security, employment, and worker welfare. The review showcases the ministry’s commitment to supporting unorganized workers and improving the overall labor sector in India. Ministry of Labour: e-Shram Portal & Social Security Schemes One […]
