Tag: employee rights
State must address retired employees’ pension benefits: Uttarakhand HC
In a recent ruling, the division bench of the Uttarakhand High Court emphasised that the state cannot unjustly deprive any employee of their entitlements....
Dubai court orders firm to compensate employee for falsely accusing him
The Dubai Civil Court has mandated a company to compensate one of its employees with Dh2,00,000 (equaling Rs 45,21,239.60), for accusing him of fabricating...
Gujarat HC upholds employee rights in controversial termination case
The Gujarat High Court has ruled that endorsing settlement claims within Lok Adalat does not constitute misconduct. It underscores that even if an employee's...
Byju’s employees PF dues to be cleared, assures EPFO board member
Byju’s, an online education platform, has been accused of not paying the due provident fund (PF) of its employees. When the employees raised their...
IT employee forum in Maharashtra raises safety concerns and calls for...
The forum for IT employees (FITE) in Maharashtra filed an issue about an incident where a female IT professional was molested by an autorickshaw...
High Court rules dismissal of employee in jail without fair hearing...
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stated that it is illegal to dismiss an employee who is unable to defend themselves in departmental...
Rights and entitlements of laid-off employees
Being fired from a job can be stressful and a rather uncertain experience for any employee. However, it's important to remember that, as employees,...
Law student files PIL to protect workers’ rights
A law student from Jamia Millia Islamia, Md Imran Ahmad, has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking to enforce labour laws, ensure minimum...
Things every employer needs to know around lockdown
The Government has appealed to companies to refrain from laying off employees during the lockdown period. But are the companies obliged to follow this?...
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
Tata Steel: Journey through excellence in talent acquisition
Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group, is a multinational steel-making company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It is one of the world's leading steel...
Google terminates 28 employees over Israel protests
Google terminated 28 employees following protests staged by a small group of Alphabet workers against the tech giant's collaboration with Israel. The protests, which...
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Tesla faces speculation over potential layoffs amidst internal struggles
Tesla has become the centre of attention as speculations mount regarding the possibility of significant layoffs within the company. Reports stemming from Gigafactory Texas...
Investing in women to accelerate progress—the only way forward
Despite so much talk about progress and equity, in 2024, women still face barriers in leadership roles. They make up nearly half of the...
Why male allies are key to gender parity
The tide is turning. The glass ceiling, once a formidable barrier, is starting to crack. But this shift isn’t driven solely by the relentless...
10% of Brevan Howard Asset Management to be laid off
Brevan Howard Asset Management is all set to reduce its workforce by a 100 people. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise at the...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
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EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
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“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
