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Farm Labour Shortage & MGNREGA: What Data Reveals

The new VB-G RAM G Bill proposes a 60-day pause in rural works during peak farming seasons. We analyse if MGNREGA truly caused farm labour shortages, examining wage data and rising female workforce participation. Read the facts.

UPA Also Debated Halting MGNREGA in Farm Season

Sharad Pawar in UPA-II sought a halt to NREGA works during peak farming, while Jairam Ramesh opposed. The NDA's current proposals echo past internal debates. Explore the full history.

Skilled Worker Shortage Slows Vizag's Construction Boom

Visakhapatnam's construction surge faces a major hurdle as a severe shortage of skilled masons, electricians, and finishing workers delays projects and inflates costs. Industry leaders warn of stalled growth without urgent workforce training.

TN Halts State-Wide Migrant Labourer Survey

Tamil Nadu's labour department has indefinitely postponed a crucial survey of inter-state migrant workers due to fears of political backlash. Officials warn this leaves policymakers in the dark.

India's New Labour Reforms: Creep or Leap?

Five years after Parliament passed new labour codes, implementation remains slow. While hailed as revolutionary, experts debate if these reforms represent true transformation or incremental progress.

India Implements 4 Labour Codes: What Changes Now

India implements four landmark labour codes replacing 29 outdated laws. Learn how this affects wages, social security, working conditions and industrial relations for millions of workers.

Kerala Rejects Central Labour Codes Implementation

Kerala government announces it will not implement Central Labour Codes, maintaining state's pro-worker stance. Minister Sivankutty confirms state's position at Union Labour Ministry meeting.

India's Labour Code Reform Needs Consensus

India's new labour codes face scrutiny as workers express concerns over pro-employer provisions. Consensus needed for balanced reform that protects both businesses and employees.

India's Labour Codes: FY27 Rollout Target Set

India's four new labour codes aim for FY27 implementation. Key states like West Bengal and Tamil Nadu are finalizing rules, promising simplified compliance and wider worker benefits. Read more.

Labour Codes to Boost Women's Workforce Participation

India's new labour codes are set to transform electronics manufacturing by increasing women's participation, improving safety standards, and reducing attrition. Discover how this impacts India's tech ambitions.

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