On June 25, 2024, the Chandigarh Administration Labour Department issued a pivotal notification impacting all shops and commercial establishments in the Union Territory of Chandigarh. This notification, published in the official Gazette, provides exemptions under certain sections of the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958, allowing greater operational flexibility for businesses. This detailed analysis… Read more »
Monthly Archives: June 2024
Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0: Empowering Clients with Direct Access to EPFO Services on 27th June 2024
Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0: Empowering Clients with Direct Access to EPFO Services The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is thrilled to announce the launch of “Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0” camps, scheduled to take place on 27th June 2024. This initiative is a testament to EPFO’s commitment to bringing essential services and support directly to its… Read more »
Comprehensive Analysis of EPFO’s -Employees Pension – Employee Deposit Link Insurance Reduction in Damages Rates: A Detailed Examination
Comprehensive Analysis of EPFO’s Reduction in Damages Rates: A Detailed Examination The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recently amended the rates of damages under various provisions of the EPF Scheme, the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS), and the Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme (EDLI). Effective from 14th June 2024, these changes have significant implications for employers… Read more »
Enhancing Financial Security: The Latest Amendments to the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) 1995
Enhancing Financial Security: The Latest Amendments to the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) 1995 The Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) 1995 has been a pillar of financial security for millions of Indian workers. Recently, the Ministry of Labour and Employment announced significant amendments to this scheme, aiming to improve the pension benefits for retirees. This blog explores… Read more »
Comprehensive Guide to Aadhaar Seeding for Insured Persons, ESIC Employees, and Pensioners
Comprehensive Guide to Aadhaar Seeding for Insured Persons, ESIC Employees, and Pensioners Introduction The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, has rolled out significant measures to facilitate the Aadhaar seeding process for Insured Persons (IPs), ESIC employees, and pensioners. This comprehensive guide delves into the importance… Read more »
Discontinuation of Covid-19 Advances for EPF Members
In a significant update from the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, a new directive has been issued regarding the discontinuation of Covid-19 advances under para 68L(3) of the EPF Scheme, 1952. This decision, documented in an official letter dated 12 June 2024, marks a pivotal change in the support provided to EPF… Read more »
Understanding the ESIC vs. Sameer Gupta Case – A Landmark Judgment
Introduction In a recent landmark judgment, the Chief Judicial Magistrate of Chandigarh, Dr. Aman Inder Singh, delivered a verdict in the case of the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) versus Sameer Gupta. This case, registered under NACT/4175/2019, dealt with significant non-compliance issues under the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948. The judgment, pronounced on October 4,… Read more »
Comprehensive Guide to the Amendments in the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund Act
The Maharashtra Labour Welfare Board has recently issued a significant update regarding the contributions to the Maharashtra Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1953. Effective from June 2024, all establishments falling under the purview of this Act will need to comply with the revised contribution rates. This article provides a comprehensive overview of these changes and what… Read more »
Extension of Filing Dates for Profession Tax Returns in West Bengal: What You Need to Know
Extension of Filing Dates for Profession Tax Returns in West Bengal: What You Need to Know The Government of West Bengal’s Directorate of Commercial Taxes has recently issued an important update regarding the filing of Profession Tax returns for the year ending 31st March 2024. This extension is crucial for taxpayers in the state and… Read more »