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  • February 26, 2026

Digital Compliance & Labour Codes: Challenges and Opportunities for Indian SMEs

Explore how India’s new labour codes are reshaping compliance for SMEs through digital filings, social security for gig workers, and technology-driven governance. Understand the cost implications, risks, and growth opportunities in the digital era.

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  • February 20, 2026

Andhra Pradesh Extends IT & ITES Exemptions and Revises Online Inspection System – 2026 Update

Andhra Pradesh streamlines its Online Inspection System and extends IT & ITES exemptions under the Shops and Establishments Act for five more years. Understand revised risk categorisation, compliance conditions, and what this means for employers.

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  • February 24, 2026

Rajasthan Approves Two Key Labour Reforms and aligns Shop Act with the Codes

Rajasthan Labour Reforms 2026: Extended Working Hours & Overtime Rules Explained

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  • February 23, 2026

Haryana Shops and Commercial Establishments Act 2025

Haryana notifies major amendments to the Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, effective 5 February 2026 with retrospective impact from 12 November 2025. Review new workforce thresholds, working hour limits, registration rules, penalties, and employer obligations.

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  • February 19, 2026

India Today & CNBC TV18 on Gratuity vs Pension | Madras High Court Clarifies Law

India Today and CNBC TV18 highlight Pratik Vaidya’s expert views on whether pension can replace statutory gratuity. Madras High Court clarifies that gratuity is a legal right and cannot be denied merely because pension is paid.

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  • February 18, 2026

Karnataka State Introduces Welfare Fee for Gig & Platform Workers – What Businesses Need to Know

Karnataka mandates a 1% Gig Workers Welfare Fee for aggregators under the 2025 Act. Understand payout caps, quarterly compliance, PWFVS integration, and how platforms must update systems to avoid penalties.

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  • February 16, 2026

India–UK Social Security Agreement 2026 | EPF Double Contribution Relief Explained

India UK social security agreement 2026, EPF international workers, double social security contribution relief, Certificate of Coverage India UK, India UK CETA social security, International Worker PF India, cross border payroll compliance, EPFO agreement UK, expatriate PF exemption, bilateral social security agreement India

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  • February 17, 2026

Madras High Court: Maternity Leave Cannot Be Denied for Third Pregnancy

Madras High Court rules that denial of maternity leave for a third pregnancy is legally unsustainable, reinforcing constitutional protections under Articles 14 and 21 and directing authorities to grant full service benefits.

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  • February 09, 2026

ESI Act Extension to Educational & Medical Institutions in Maharashtra

Maharashtra has extended the ESI Act, 1948 to educational and medical institutions with 10+ employees. Understand applicability, who is covered up to ₹21,000 wages, key benefits, contribution rates, and compliance steps.

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  • February 09, 2026

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