Tag: law
Madras HC upholds SIC decision & wife’s right to know spouse’s...
The Madras High Court rejected a request opposing the State Information Commission's (SIC) directive to provide the husband's work details to his wife. The...
‘Employer cannot impose COVID-19 vaccination’: Delhi HC
Much to the relief of a government school lecturer, the Delhi High Court ruled that no employer can force an employee to get vaccinated...
Kerala HC says pension is a Constitutional right for an employee
The payment of a retired employee’s pension is not dependent on the employer’s whims and fancies, held the Kerala High Court saying that it...
State of transgender job seekers in India
In Maharashtra, a petition was filed by a transgender person seeking the Court to direct the Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company (MSETCL), also called...
Employees’ date of retirement can’t be altered close to end of...
A writ petition was filed by an employee of the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC), who was given premature retirement three years before...
British MPs support the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Bill
After a long delay, the MPs in the UK have given their approval to the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Bill. This means good news...
Consent of surviving parent mandatory for compassionate appointment: SC
A married daughter of a deceased government servant can seek a job on compassionate grounds only if her mother approves. This was the ruling...
Hiring cabs to pick/drop staff? Cannot claim ITC on GST
According to the Himachal Pradesh bench of the Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR), input tax credit (ITC) for GST cannot be claimed by any...
Expanded UBIT law repealed in the US, big win for social-service...
The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) won a massive victory when the US Congress repealed a section of a 2017 law that required...
Uber determined not to treat drivers as employees
Uber Technologies has been caught up in a legal argument wherein the Company has been trying to prove that its drivers are simply independent...
When an employee takes his company to the court, but as...
An employee is also a consumer and when his own company refuses to oblige his demands as a consumer of the company’s services, the...
PWD employee’s application for second marriage rejected citing code of conduct
A Public Works Department (PWD) officer from Kochi, Kerala, had filed an application for a second marriage as per Muslim Personal Law in March....
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...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
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...
Why is Samsung embracing a 6-day workweek?
Executives at Samsung Electronics will be working six days a week. That is, in addition to the five days of work, they will now...
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Did Lufthansa incur huge losses due to strikes by staff?
Lufthansa Group apparently posted losses to the tune of €849 million in March 2024, whereas its losses in Q1 of 2023 were only €273...
Starting June 2024, UBS will implement layoffs in 5 waves
UBS, the Swiss banking firm, is implementing cost-cutting measures. As part of this exercise, it will lay off people from its workforce in five...
Why is Samsung embracing a 6-day workweek?
Executives at Samsung Electronics will be working six days a week. That is, in addition to the five days of work, they will now...
The ethics of employee monitoring
Case - XYZ manufacturing company recently implemented a comprehensive employee monitoring system to increase productivity and ensure data security. However, the move sparked concerns...
DIALOGUE
Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“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....
