Gratuity Under the New Labour Codes 2026
India’s shift to the new labour codes India 2026 marks a significant restructuring of the country’s employment-law system. Among the four Codes, the Code on Social Security, 2020 (SS Code) revisits the framework for gratuity, updating long-standing rules to better suit contemporary employment patterns. While the underlying purpose of gratuity remains, providing income support at […]
Understanding India’s New Labour Codes: A Compliance Guide for MSMEs & Startups
An Expert Insight by HR Legal Experts The landscape of employment and labour regulation in India is undergoing one of its most significant transformations with the introduction of the four consolidated Labour Codes, designed to replace 29 existing labour laws. Although nationwide implementation awaits state-level notifications, businesses, particularly MSMEs and startups, must begin aligning their […]
What HRs Miss When Drafting an Employment Agreement (Without ESOPs)
The fastest way that an organization can run into avoidable legal trouble is not through complex policies; it usually begins with a simple employment agreement that no one reviewed carefully or that was copied from the internet. This happens most often with an employment agreement which does not have standard ESOP related clauses. This is […]
Top 10 Legal Experts in India (2025)
Looking for India’s leading legal expert for corporate law and HR compliance? You’ve found the right place. Today’s businesses face constant legal updates, from workplace policies and data protection to contract laws and employee rights. The key is working with experts who make compliance simple and sustainable. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of the Top 10 Legal Experts in […]
Why Every Company Needs a Legally Compliant HR Handbook in India
In India’s rapidly changing corporate world, an HR handbook is no longer just a set of internal rules but a legal and operational requirement. For both new businesses hiring their first few employees and established organisations expanding into multiple states, a legally compliant HR handbook in India ensures your workplace policies align with current labour […]
Contract Labor in India Compliance 2025 | MSME Contract Worker Legal Guide
Contract labor in India is a key component of the economy, especially for MSMEs operating in construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors. Businesses hire workers through third-party contractors to quickly increase staff, reduce costs, and stay competitive. However, strict compliance with labor laws is essential. The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970 (CLRA Act India) governs contract labor to […]
HR Data Privacy in India: Everything You Need to Know in 2025
If you work in HR, you already know how sensitive employee data can be. With the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act) of 2023 coming into play, HR data privacy in India has become one of the most urgent issues HR professionals need to manage. Think about it, your HR team handles salary details, […]
Offer Letter vs Appointment Letter: Understanding the Legal Difference in India
Have you ever quit your old job after receiving an offer letter, only to find out later that the company wasn’t ready with the appointment letter? Or maybe you’ve seen colleagues caught in the same trap. The benefits in their offer letter looked exciting. But when the appointment letter arrived, the terms felt very different. […]
POSH A complete guide on India’s Sexual Harassment Law
Sexual harassment at work is a big problem that hurts employees’ health, productivity, and the company’s reputation. The Government of India passed the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (hereinafter referred to as the “Act” or the “POSH Act”), which is also known as the POSH Act, to deal […]
Employee Onboarding in India: How to Ensure Legal Compliance
A welcome email or a quick office tour is not enough for employee onboarding. Employee onboarding in India is a formal, legal process that protects both the company’s and the employee’s interests. Done right, it ensures compliance with Indian labour laws, prevents disputes, and makes the transition smoother for the new employee. India has central […]
