Budget 2026: Deepening domestic manufacturing capabilities, expanding global reach – The Times of India

Budget 2026: Deepening domestic manufacturing capabilities, expanding global reach – The Times of India

The Budget 2026 places manufacturing as a strategic and frontier sector for sustaining economic growth. (AI image) By Neetu VinayekIndia’s effort to strengthen its manufacturing foundation has steadily progressed over the past decade through a series of significant policy measures. A major milestone was the launch of the Make in India initiative in 2014, designed…

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Labour reforms: ILO chief stresses social dialogue; experts flag compliance, transition challenges – The Times of India

Labour reforms: ILO chief stresses social dialogue; experts flag compliance, transition challenges – The Times of India

International Labour Organization Director-General Gilbert F Houngbo on Friday said social dialogue between government, employers and workers will remain essential as India implements the four labour codes to ensure the reforms benefit both labour and industry.“Following with interest developments of India’s new Labour Codes announced today, including on social protection & minimum wages,” he said…

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Labour rules revamped! From gratuity to equal wages, what all do new codes cover and who’ll benefit? All you need to know – The Times of India

Labour rules revamped! From gratuity to equal wages, what all do new codes cover and who’ll benefit? All you need to know – The Times of India

The central government has notified a wide set of labour reforms under India’s four Labour Codes, bringing changes for fixed-term employees, women, gig workers, MSME staff and contract workers. The notification was issued on Friday. The four codes—Code on Wages (2019), Industrial Relations Code (2020), Code on Social Security (2020) and the Occupational Safety, Health…

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Battle lines drawn for fresh standoff, government leans on unorganised workers | India News – The Times of India

Battle lines drawn for fresh standoff, government leans on unorganised workers | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Centre’s decision to implement the four labour codes is the second “big bang” reform measure since the unsuccessful bid to overhaul agricultural markets, and signifies the confidence that it has drawn from the Bihar landslide as well as the recognition to prepare industry and business for global uncertainty.The announcement drew protests from…

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Labour codes progressive: PM; will erode worker rights: Oppn | India News – The Times of India

Labour codes progressive: PM; will erode worker rights: Oppn | India News – The Times of India

NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi‘s endorsement of the four labour codes Friday drew clear political fault lines, with govt projecting them as long-pending reforms while trade unions and Left parties warned of erosion of worker protections.Modi called the codes a significant step in overhauling India’s labour framework, stating: “Shramev Jayate! Today, our govt has given…

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