Minimum Wages

Karnataka - The Government of Karnataka has issued Vide notification regarding revision of minimum wages for various scheduled employment with effect from 1st April 2026.
Maharashtra - The Government of Maharashtra has issued Vide notification regarding revision of minimum wages for various scheduled employment with effect from 1st Jan 2026.
Assam - The Government of Assam has issued Vide No.E-238621/700 notification regarding revision of minimum wages for various scheduled employment with effect from 1st June 2025.
Madhya Pradesh - The Government of Madhya Pradesh has issued Vide No.227/Off Name/Enforcement(2024/4359-429) has released Regarding payment of arrears of revised minimum wage rates from 01.04.2024 under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948.

Central

Compliance Handbook for Employers Under the Four Labour Codes released by Ministry of Labour and Employment
The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued Compliance Handbook for Employers Under the Four Labour Codes. providing a single, consolidated reference guide to help establishments understand and meet their statutory obligations. The handbook simplifies key compliance requirements under the Code on Wages, Industrial Relations Code, Social Security Code, and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, outlining procedures, timelines, documentation, and employer responsibilities in a clear and practical manner. It aims to make regulatory compliance easier, promote transparency, and support smoother implementation of the new labour law framework across all industries.

Draft notification of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Dock Work) Central Regulations, 2026
The Ministry of Labour and Employment Vide G.S.R. 119(E) , has released Draft notification of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Dock Work) Central Regulations, 2026. issued a draft notification introducing the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Dock Work) Central Regulations, 2026.
The draft aims to update and streamline safety and working condition standards for dock workers. It has been released for stakeholder review and feedback before finalisation.

Notification of the Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) (Amendment) Order, 2026
The Ministry of Labour and Employment Vide S.O. 464(E ), , has released Notification of the Industrial Relations Code (Removal of Difficulties) (Amendment) Order, 2026. Clarifies that all existing authorities under the Trade Unions Act, Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, and Industrial Disputes Act will continue functioning until new authorities are appointed under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. This amendment ensures continuity and prevents any administrative or legal gaps during the transition.

Notification regarding the repeal of certain labour legislations under Industrial Relations Code, 2020
The Ministry of Labour and Employment Vide S. O. 465 ( E ) , has released Notification regarding the repeal of certain labour legislations under Industrial Relations Code, 2020. notification states that the Central Government has confirmed that the Trade Unions Act, 1926, the Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, and the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 stand repealed from 21 November 2025, the date on which the Industrial Relations Code, 2020 came into force. This clarification modifies the earlier notification and formally establishes the repeal date of these three labour laws.

Draft notification of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Metalliferous Mines) Regulations, 2026
The Ministry of Labour and Employment Vide G.S.R. 109 ( E ), , has released Draft notification of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Metalliferous Mines) Regulations, 2026. The notification publishes draft regulations under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020, and invites objections or suggestions from the public within 45 days of its publication. Stakeholders may submit their feedback to the Ministry of Labour and Employment by post or email in the prescribed format for government consideration.

ESI
Circular regarding Launch of revamped AAA+ App-ESIC Health Connect
The Employees State Insurance Corporation Vide e-file:I-11-13/9/2024-ICT(E-942459) , has released Circular regarding Launch of revamped AAA+ App-ESIC Health Connect. The updated app aims to enhance user experience and improve access to ESIC health services. It introduces a more streamlined, accessible digital platform for insured persons and stakeholders.

State & UT Notifications

Andhra Pradesh

Notification regarding exemptions of ITES and to regulate and stream line the inspection system
The Government of Andhra Pradesh Vide G.O.Ms.No.2 , has released Notification regarding exemptions of ITES and to regulate and streamline the inspection system.

Draft Notification of the Industrial Relation (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026
The Government of Andhra Pradesh Vide G.O.Rt.No.41 , has released Draft Notification of the Industrial Relation (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026. The draft rules are published for public feedback, and objections or suggestions may be submitted within 30 days via the State Labour Department’s portal or email for government consideration.

Draft notification of the Code on Wages (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026
The Government of Andhra Pradesh Vide G.O.Rt.No.39 , has released Draft notification of the Code on Wages (Andhra Pradesh) Rules, 2026. The draft rules are published for public feedback, and objections or suggestions may be submitted within 30 days via the State Labour Department’s portal or email for government consideration.

West Bengal
Notification regarding to reduce the documents required for obtaining approvals of plans or licenses of factories under EODB
The Government of West Bengal Vide No. LABR-1/743526/(LE/MW)/2026 , has issued Notification regarding to reduce the documents required for obtaining approvals of plans or licenses of factories under EODB. The updated requirements simplify submissions such as authenticated premises documents, pollution consents, trade licence, company details, machinery lists and safety policies.

Tripura
Notification of the Tripura Shops and Establishments (Eight Amendment) Ordinance, 2026
The Government of Tripura has issued a Notification of the Tripura Shops and Establishments (Eight Amendment) Ordinance, 2026. Allows shops and commercial establishments in Tripura to operate 24 hours a day, provided they employ enough staff to run shift-based duties, while employee working hours and overtime will be governed through state notifications. It also significantly increases monetary penalties by replacing older fine amounts with higher ones, raising fines for first-time and repeat violations, and removing earlier provisions for imprisonment in favour of enhanced fines.

Notification regarding Tripura Ease of Doing Business Ordinance, 2026
The Government of Tripura Vide No.F.8(4)-Law/Leg-I/2026 , has released Notification regarding Tripura Ease of Doing Business Ordinance, 2026. The Ordinance focuses on reducing compliance burden for businesses and streamlining approvals to promote a more business friendly environment. It represents a key reform step to improve ease of doing business through faster, clearer, and more efficient procedures.

Draft notification of the Tripura Industrial Relation Rules, 2026
The Government of Tripura Vide No.F.69(80)-LAB/ENF/IRC/2025 , has released Draft notification of the Tripura Industrial Relation Rules, 2026. These draft rules are published for public information as required under Section 104.
Objections or suggestions may be submitted to the Labour Secretary within 45 days from the date the Gazette is made available.

Draft notification of the Tripura Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026
The Government of Tripura Vide No.F.97(50)-LAB/ENF/OSHWC/2025 , has released Draft notification of the Tripura Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Rules, 2026. These draft rules are published for public information as required. Objections or suggestions may be submitted to the Labour Secretary within 45 days from the date the Gazette is made available.

Bihar
Notification regarding Draft rules of various Labour Codes, 2025 have been formulated and regarding the extended period for objections and suggestions from the general public as per the provisions of the Code
The Government of Bihar Vide File No.1/COSS 10-01/2020,Serial No.15 , has released Notification regarding Draft rules of various Labour Codes, 2025 have been formulated and regarding the extended period for objections and suggestions from the general public as per the provisions of the Code.

Notification of the Bihar State Migrant Labour Accident Grant Scheme (Amendment) Rules, 2026
The Government of Bihar Vide S.O. 75 ,has released Notification of the Bihar State Migrant Labour Accident Grant Scheme (Amendment) Rules, 2026. Amended the Bihar State Migrant Labour Accident Grant Scheme Rules, 2008 to increase financial assistance for migrant workers in cases of death, permanent disability, or partial disability. The revised rules now provide grants of ₹4,00,000 for death, ₹1,00,000 for permanent disability, and ₹50,000 for partial disability, all payable via RTGS. The State will also cover transportation costs for bringing back the bodies of deceased migrant workers from other states or abroad.

Goa
Notification regarding creating a safe workplace for women through SHe-Box Portal under Posh Act, 2013
The Government of Goa Vide DIP/NB/AXP/SAG/UB/GD/2026/1259 , has released Notification regarding creating a safe workplace for women through SHe-Box Portal under Posh Act, 2013. The SHe Box Portal is a national online platform that enables women in both public and private sectors to file workplace sexual harassment complaints under the POSH Act, 2013, with multilingual access and real time tracking. It centralizes Internal and Local Committee information and automatically routes complaints to the appropriate committee, supporting compliance with POSH requirements.

Kerala
Notification of the Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025
The Government of Kerala Vide G.O(P) No.12/2026/LBR , issued Notification of the Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Rules, 2025. revising the fee table linked to the number of workers employed. The new rules, effective immediately, prescribe updated registration and renewal fees ranging from ₹70 for establishments with no employees to ₹5,250 for those employing more than 100 workers. This amendment follows the required draft publication and stakeholder consultation process under Section 34 of the Act.

Notification of the Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Workers Welfare Fund(Amendment)Scheme, 2026
The Government of Kerala Vide S.R.O No.251/2026 , has issued Notification of the Kerala Shops and Commercial Establishments Workers Welfare Fund(Amendment)Scheme, 2026. Introduces updates to the existing welfare fund framework aimed at improving benefits and coverage for workers employed in shops and commercial establishments across the state.

Himachal Pradesh
Notification of the Himachal Pradesh Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025
The Government of Himachal Pradesh Vide No.L.L.R-D(6)-30/2025-LG , has released Notification of the Himachal Pradesh Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Act, 2025. Amendment to the Himachal Pradesh Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1969 raises the threshold in Section 7(2)(a) from 50 to 144 employees and updates Section 13 to apply only to establishments employing ten or more workers. These changes expand applicability thresholds and modify compliance requirements for larger establishments
Gujarat
Final Notification of the Code on Social Security (Gujarat) (Amendment) Rules, 2026
The Government of Gujarat Vide No.:GR/2026/14/PGA/172021/24659/M3 has released Final Notification of the Code on Social Security (Gujarat) (Amendment) Rules, 2026. Finalised the Code on Social Security (Gujarat) (Amendment) Rules, 2026 after receiving no objections to the earlier draft. Key changes include reducing a compliance timeline from five years to one year, revising funeral expense deposit rules, adding provisions for compensation review without medical certificates, and expanding welfare functions of the Construction Workers Welfare Board. The amendments also introduce new policies on borrowing of funds and update specified forms.

Uttarakhand
Notification regarding opening of shops and establishment 24×7 under Uttarakhand Shops and Establishment Act, 2017
The Government of Uttarakhand Vide No. s/VIII-1/26-32(Labour)/2016-TC, has released Notification regarding opening of shops and establishment 24×7 under Uttarakhand Shops and Establishment Act, 2017.

• *Compliances For the Month of March 2026 **