Industrial Relations (Central) Rules
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Labour Ministry has notified the Industrial Relations (Central) Rules, 2026 to streamline labour compliance and strengthen India’s industrial relations framework.

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Haryana Labour Welfare Fund Contribution Revised
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Haryana Govt notifies an increase in the Labour Welfare Fund contribution ceiling, raising the employee cap to ₹35 and making the revised limit effective from 1 January 2026.

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Meghalaya declares Khasi and Garo as official languages
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Meghalaya Government has declared Khasi and Garo as official languages of the State through the Official Languages Ordinance, 2026.

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Andhra Pradesh High Court 24 hour Custody of Advocate
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In the Andhra Pradesh High Court courtroom incident, a young advocate was directed to undergo 24 hours of judicial custody, prompting responses from the SCBA and the BCI, with the Chief Justice of India seeking a report on the matter.

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FSSAI advisory on Ashwagandha
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FSSAI has issued an advisory in line with directions from the Ministry of Ayush mandating the root-only use of Ashwagandha in Ayush products.

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Increase in Supreme Court judge strength
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Union Cabinet has approved the proposal to increase the sanctioned judge strength of the Supreme Court of India from 34 to 38 (including CJI).

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FEMA NDI Amendment allows 100% FDI in Insurance Sector
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Finance Ministry has notified the Foreign Exchange Management (Non-Debt Instruments) (Second Amendment) Rules, 2026, permitting up to 100% foreign investment in the insurance sector.

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EU Parliament backs Consent Based Rape Definition
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EU Parliament has decided that sex without freely given consent must be treated as rape across the EU and has urged the Commission to propose EU wide consent based rape laws.

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Maharashtra Govt Clarifies Establishment Registration
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Maharashtra Govt has issued clarification easing registration requirements for establishments covered under OSHWC Code 2020 and the Maharashtra Shops and Establishments (Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Act, 2017.

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Supreme Court Postpones AOR Examination
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Supreme Court has postponed the 2026 Advocates-on-Record Examination after reviewing current AOR strength, next examination likely in 2027.

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Maharashtra Draft Code on Wages Rules
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Maharashtra Government has notified the Draft Code on Wages Rules, 2026 for public consultation, aiming to bring uniformity in wage fixation, payment mechanisms, and worker protections.

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Inclusive Workforce Through Four Labour Codes
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This article aims to examine how India’s four Labour Codes embed inclusiveness by expanding coverage, strengthening protections, and recognising the diversity of the modern workforce, while analysing their role in reshaping labour regulations for a changing world of work.

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Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Amendment Act
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Punjab Government has notified the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026, with the objective of addressing and deterring acts of sacrilege.

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NCLT Streamlines Hearings Through Single Benches
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The National Company Law Tribunal has issued an order streamlining proceedings by empowering Single Judicial Member Benches to hear defined classes of matters across all benches.

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BCI Allows Office Bearers to Contest State Bar Elections
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BCI has revised Chapter III of BCI Uniform Rules (and Guidelines) for the elections of Bar Councils, 2016, removing artificial distinction and restoring fair participation for Bar Association office-bearers.

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Digital Payments E-mandate Framework
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RBI has notified the Digital Payments— E-mandate Framework, 2026 for recurring transactions.

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Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act
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MeitY has enforced the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, with the statutory framework in force from 1 May 2026.

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Odisha repeals levy of Professional Tax
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Odisha has abolished the levy of Professional Tax with retrospective effect from 1 April 2026, easing the tax burden on professionals and salaried employees.

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guidelines to facilitate faster cross-border inward payments
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RBI has issued guidelines to ensure faster credit and improved processing of cross-border inward payments by requiring prompt customer intimation, frequent reconciliation, and quicker credit to beneficiary accounts.

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ECI regulates social media during elections
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ECI has instructed stakeholders to ensure responsible use of social media and AI tools and to act promptly on unlawful content in Elections 2026.

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