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Understanding the Legal Position on Performance Incentives With the introduction of India’s new labour codes, employers and HR professionals have been grappling with an important question: Do performance-based incentives form part of “wages” under the Labour Codes? The issue gained attention after the Ministry of Labour and Employment released Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) clarifying that…

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced the VISHWAS 2026 Scheme, a one-time initiative aimed at resolving disputes related to damages imposed under the Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, and the Code on Social Security, 2020. The scheme provides employers with an opportunity to settle long-pending cases and ensure better compliance…

Labour Code Compliance Audits: Why Your Business Can’t Ignore Them Running a business means juggling a hundred moving parts. Payroll, hiring, contracts, benefits — and buried under all of it is labour law compliance. Miss one statutory requirement and you could be looking at penalties, lawsuits, or reputational damage. That’s where a labour law due…

Everything you need to know about tapping your PF before retirement — updated for 2026 The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) is one of India’s most important social security schemes, helping employees build retirement savings while also providing financial support during emergencies. While EPF is primarily designed for retirement, members can make partial withdrawals from their…

Key Labour Law & Statutory Due Dates Every Employer Must Track Missing a statutory compliance deadline can result in penalties, legal notices, and unnecessary compliance risks. As organizations continue to strengthen their governance and compliance frameworks, keeping track of monthly statutory obligations has become more important than ever. Our Compliance Calendar – July 2026 has…

Introduction to OHS code Ensuring a safe and healthy workplace is one of the most important responsibilities of every employer. To simplify and modernize India’s labour laws, the Government of India introduced the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH) Code, 2020, commonly referred to as the Occupational Health and Safety Code. The Code consolidates…

Employer Liability, Applicability, and Key Provisions in Compensation Act The Workmen Compensation Act, now known as the Employees’ Compensation Act, 1923, is one of India’s most important labour welfare legislations. The Act ensures financial protection to employees and their dependents in cases of workplace injuries, occupational diseases, disability, or death arising out of and during…