Gazette Notifications :
Explore the latest Gazette Notifications for timely updates on government decisions, legal changes, and compliance requirements.
Exemption for 24x7 Opening of Shops and Establishments, Puducherry (2026)
The Government of Puducherry has issued a notification allowing all shops and commercial establishments to operate 24x7 throughout the year. This exemption is granted under the Puducherry Shops and Establishments Act, 1964, under notification no. G.O. Ms. No. 4 dated on 15 March 2026 subject to specific employee welfare and...
Compliance of Statutory Registration & Licensing for Contract Labour / Outsourced Employees (Madhya Pradesh, 2026)
The Labour Commissioner, Madhya Pradesh issued a notification under notification no. 227/ऑफ ला./नवम/प्रवर्तन/2025/5286 dated on 02 March 2026 directing all departments, corporations, and authorities to ensure strict compliance with statutory registration and licensing provisions while engaging contract labour and outsourced employees. The aim is to strengthen legal compliance and protect...
Revision of Minimum Wages for Plantation Sector Workers, Kerala (2026)
The Government of Kerala has issued a notification proposing the revision of minimum wages for workers in the plantation sector under the Code on Wages, 2019 under Notification No. LBRD-E1/41/2026-LBRD (Gazette No. 1169) dated on 13 March 2026. The revision aims to update wage rates for plantation workers and invites...
FAQ on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions (OSH&WC) Code, 2020
The document titled “FAQ on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions (OSH&WC) Code, 2020” is issued for general clarification and guidance on the provisions of the Code. The document is updated as on 13.03.2026.
Industrial Relations Rules, 2026 (A & N Islands) (Draft)
The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has introduced a draft notification regarding the Industrial Relations Rules, 2026 under the aegis of Industrial Relations Code,2020 on notification no 43/2026/F. No. M-2530973/1/2025-ALC (SA)-LAB_AN/661 dated. 16 February, 2026 The purpose is to simplify labour relations, improve dispute redressal mechanisms and provide more clarity in...
Code on Wages (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has issued a draft notification under the Code on Wages, 2019 on notification no G.O.Rt.No.39 dated on 13th February, 2026 to introduce the Andhra Pradesh Rules, 2026. These rules aim to bring more clarity and uniformity in wage-related compliance, including payment of wages, minimum wages,...
New Directions under OSHW Code 2020 (Telangana)
The circular issues directions under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, on notification no MAH/Safety Circular/1/2026 dated on 07.03.2026 , outlining compliance requirements for establishments. It aims to ensure better implementation of safety standards, working conditions, and regulatory oversight. The notification provides clarity on operational procedures and...
Chhattisgarh Factories Rules, 1962 (Amendment)
The Govt of Chhattisgarh has notified an amendment to the Chhattisgarh Factories Rules, 1962 under the Factories Act, 1948 vide notification no- ESTB/296/2026-LABOUR dated on 09th Feb 2026. The amendment seeks mainly to prohibit employment of pregnant women, lactating mothers and young persons in hazardous processes and enhance safety provisions...
State Commission for Women Directs Special POSH Internal Committee Audit
The Maharashtra State Commission for Women has instructed a special audit of Internal Committees (IC) to evaluate the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 through establishments in terms of Notification/Letter No.: ममआ/ फेब्रु-२६/PoSH/का-०५/36 dated on 28 February 2026.
Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954 (Amendment)
In the context of Delhi, from 11 March, 2026 significant amendments were made by way of Notification No. F.14 (104)/LA/2026/jtsecylaw/374-385 to the Delhi Shops and Establishments Act, 1954 thereby extending the operation of the Act along with amending maximum limits for working hours while letting also women employees work during...
Lifetime Registration for Shops & Establishments (Employing 20+ Workers)
Accordingly, the Government of Andhra Pradesh issued G.O.Ms. No. 4, dated 12-03-2026 for issuance of notification through ordinance directive to allow the shops and commercial establishments having 20 or more workers to apply for Lifetime Registration Certificates as envisaged in section 3 of Andhra Pradesh Shops and Establishments Act,1988 (Act...
24×7 Operations for Shops & Establishments in Andhra Pradesh
The Government of Andhra Pradesh (G.O.Ms. No. 5) on 12-03-2026 issued a notification under the Andhra Pradesh Shops and Establishments Act, 1988 exempting urban local bodies with population above 4 lakhs from the provisions of Sections 7(1), 7(2),15(1).
The Code on Social Security (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026 (Draft)
The Govt. of Andhra Pradesh issued draft of The Code on Social Security, 2020 through notification number G. O. Rt. No. 43 dated- 23.02.2026. Its available on Govt. website for suggestions for 45 days.
The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Sikkim (Amendment) Rules, 2025
Notification No. 09/LD/Adm of Govt of Sikkim dated: - 30/10/2025: The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Sikkim (Amendment) Rules, 2025 have been notified to bring it in line with the Act.
EPFO Circular on leveraging forthcoming Nidhi Aapke Nikat (NAN 2.0) on 27th March 2026 for systematic resolution of pending consumer forum cases
A circular is issued by Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) regarding leveraging the upcoming Nidhi Aapke Nikat (NAN 2.0) program for the systematic solution of pending consumer forum cases. The field offices have been instructed to utilize the NAN 2.0 platform to address and resolve such pending case effectively as...