Synopsis: recent trends that suggests increasing emigration of brightest youth from India, have implications for India. Background Even after the renewed calls from the PM Narendra Modi for an Atmanirbhar Bharat, emigration of India’s best and brightest has not stopped. Recent findings by Indian Express have shown that, during the two decades of 1996-2015 the toppers (i.e.,… Continue reading What are the implications of Emigration of India’s brightest youth?
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Govt approves inclusion of four indigenous sports in Khelo India Youth Games 2021
Source: Click here News: Sports Ministry has approved the inclusion of four indigenous Games to be a part of Khelo India Youth Games 2021.The games include Gatka, Kalaripayattu, Thang-Ta and Mallakhamba. Facts: Gatka: It is a traditional martial art form originated from Punjab.It is associated with the Nihang Sikh Warriors and is used both as self-defense… Continue reading Govt approves inclusion of four indigenous sports in Khelo India Youth Games 2021
Central Trade Unions strike
Context- Trade unions called for nationwide strike to protest government policies. Why Central Trade Union (CTUs) have called for a nation-wide strike and what are the demands Central Trade unions called for national wide strike to protest against anti-farmer laws, anti-worker labour codes, privatization of public sector and the corporatization policies of the government. Trade union’s demands- The… Continue reading Central Trade Unions strike
Draft rules for the Code on Social Security, 2020 | 16th November, 2020
Context: Draft rules for the Code on Social Security, 2020 have been released by Ministry of Labour and Employment for comments. Salient features of Draft rules for the Code on Social Security, 2020 Beneficiaries of the rules will be Unorganised Workers, Gig Workers, Platform Workers, and BOCWs. For workers Unorganised workers, gig workers, and platform… Continue reading Draft rules for the Code on Social Security, 2020 | 16th November, 2020
Labour law reforms and Trade unions
Context- The new labour codes clear attempt to diminish the role trade unions. Contents1 What are the new labour laws?2 What are trade unions?3 What are the key objectives of Trade Union Act (TUA)?4 What are the key concerns with new labour codes? What are the new labour laws? The current government has introduced new versions… Continue reading Labour law reforms and Trade unions
Gig Economy and platform workers under labor laws in India | November 2nd, 2020
What is the Gig Economy and platform work economy? It is characterized by short-term contracts or freelance work as opposed to permanent jobs. It often involves connecting with customers through an online platform. Example: Delivery boys of app-based food, consultants, bloggers. The platform work economy is sometimes referred to as the gig worker economy, but… Continue reading Gig Economy and platform workers under labor laws in India | November 2nd, 2020
Labour Code on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions, 2018
Labour Code on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions, 2018 In News: Lok Sabha has cleared three labour code Bills viz the Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2020, Code on Social Security Bill, 2020 and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code Bill, 2020. Key Features of Labour Code on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions, 2018… Continue reading Labour Code on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions, 2018
Labour Code on Social Security & Welfare, 2017
In News: Lok Sabha has cleared three labour code Bills viz the Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2020, Code on Social Security Bill, 2020 and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code Bill, 2020 Key Features of Labour Code on Social Security & Welfare, 2017 Consolidation of multiple laws: It will replace nine social security laws,… Continue reading Labour Code on Social Security & Welfare, 2017
Labour Code on Industrial relations, 2020
In News: Lok Sabha has cleared three labour code Bills viz the Industrial Relations Code Bill, 2020, Code on Social Security Bill, 2020 and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code Bill, 2020 Objectives Labour Code on Industrial relations bill, 2020 It aims to create greater labour market flexibility to encourage entrepreneurs to engage in… Continue reading Labour Code on Industrial relations, 2020
Labour Rights Codes on wages Bill
Introduced: Lok Sabha (23rd July 2019) Passed: Lok Sabha (30th July 2019) Passed: Rajya Sabha (2nd Aug 2019) Present status: Received assent on 8th August, 2019. Ministry: Labour and Employment Objectives of the Labour Rights Codes on wages Bill, 2019 The bill seeks to consolidate laws relating to wages by replacing- Payment of Wages Act,… Continue reading Labour Rights Codes on wages Bill
