CODE ON SOCIAL SECURITY 2019
Hamara gaon, hamara digital push
While smartphone adoption among low- and moderate-income (LMI) communities is growing, usage is limited to social media and messaging apps. This indicates that critical challenges continue to hinder the use of digital payments for close to 1 bn LMI people, especially women and people from marginalised communities.
Budget 2024: Skilling industry demands incentives, tax rebates and labour codes in meeting with FM Sitharaman
Ahead of the Union Budget for 2024-25, the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs held the eighth Pre-Budget Consultation in New Delhi, focusing on employment and skill development. Key figures like Anshuman Magazine and Suchita Dutta emphasized the need for skilled workers and job readiness among graduates. Discussions also highlighted incentives for skill improvement and formal employment practices, including lowering GST rates for employment services. There were calls for greater inclusion of women in the workforce and the expansion of social security measures. Startups advocated for foreign language education to tap into global job markets.
Budget FY25: Central trade unions call for scrapping of four Labour Codes and the new pension scheme
In their pre-budget meeting with finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday, the joint platform of 10 central trade unions, barring the Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh, suggested government to enhance resource mobilization through enhanced corporate tax and wealth tax, raise the ceiling limit for the income tax rebate for the salaried class, set up the social security fund and fill up all the existing vacancies in the central government departments and public sector undertakings with regular employment while doing away with contract jobs.
Fashion designer gets security after threats for yoga at Golden Temple
Vadodara fashion designer Archana Makwana received police protection after death threats for performing yoga at the Golden Temple in Amritsar. Her acts sparked criticism and a legal case under IPC section 295-A. Makwana apologised, explaining her intention was unity and fitness, not offense. The Vadodara police provided protection for a week, extendable, as Makwana thanked them and the Gujarat government for their support against the backlash.
Centre urges states to align labour rules with model guidelines, WB asked to draft rules for all labour codes
The Centre has urged West Bengal to expedite the drafting of rules under the four Labour Codes, emphasizing the benefits for all societal sections, including women and migrant workers. The Centre reassured Delhi and Tamil Nadu that existing state schemes will remain unaffected post-implementation. Labour secretary Sumita Dawra led discussions on state readiness and rule alignment.
Pakistan's ISI honey traps get hyperactive on Indian social media
Pakistan's ISI has been luring Indian defence officials through spies posing as attractive women, with cases like Nishant Agrawal's leak of military secrets to Pakistan coming to light. Pankaj Awasthi, an Uttar Pradesh ATS officer, revealed during Agrawal's trial that 'Sejal' from Pakistan recruited Agrawal through social media, leading to the theft of classified information.
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First day in office: Arunachal CM Pema Khandu signs file approving release of funds to the tune of Rs 100 crore under CMSSS
Pema Khandu, the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, took oath for the third consecutive term in Itanagar. He approved Rs 100 crore under the CMSSS, benefiting 80000 beneficiaries. The oath ceremony was attended by several dignitaries including BJP leaders.
Capacity boost for EPFO, ESIC to pave way for labour reforms
The Social Security Code, 2020, passed by Parliament in 2020, entails extending social security to gig and platform workers. Some of the changes envisioned for retirement fund body EPFO in the short, medium, and long term include restructuring of its offices, business process re-engineering, and leveraging IT for automatic settlement of claims and cadre restructuring.
Labour Codes: Secy to meet officials to take stock of state rules
The BJP-led NDA government is preparing to implement the four labour codes and will hold a meeting on June 20 with state labour secretaries and commissioners to review state rules. The aim is to align state rules with the Centre's model rules to ensure uniformity. Labour reforms are part of the government's 100-day agenda to enhance ease of doing business and attract investments. The government consolidated 29 central labour laws into four codes, with most states having framed rules across these codes.
Assault on Danish PM Mette Frederiksen: Suspect to face judge for questioning
The prime minister was able to walk away and had no outward signs of harm after the assault, Soren Kjergaard, who works as a barista in central Copenhagen, told mediapersons after seeing her being escorted away by security. Police said the man would be brought before the Copenhagen City Court for questioning at around 1 p.m. (1100 GMT), but declined to provide more detail.
Is PM Modi's meditation break at Kanniyakumari a violation of the Model Code of Conduct?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meditation retreat at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari, coinciding with the silence period preceding the Lok Sabha elections, has ignited a fiery debate. Opposition parties, including the Congress and Trinamool Congress, have raised objections and approached the Election Commission of India (ECI), alleging a violation of election rules.
Bobby Kataria arrested in human trafficking case. A look into past controversies of the social media influencer
Controversial social media influencer Bobby Kataria arrested over human trafficking allegations by Arun Kumar and Manish Tomar from Uttar Pradesh and defrauding them of Rs 4 lakh for fake overseas jobs via Instagram and YouTube ads. This arrest adds to Bobby Kataria's controversial history, which includes being detained in 2022 for smoking on a plane, facing a non-bailable warrant, assault charges, and misconduct with police.
Meta identifies networks pushing deceptive content likely generated by AI
Meta found 'likely AI-generated' content on Facebook and Instagram, including comments praising Israel's handling of the Gaza war. The content was attributed to a Tel Aviv-based political marketing firm, STOIC.
NCLT admits Srei's insolvency plea against Supreme Infrastructure BOT
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has accepted Srei Infrastructure Finance's request to commence a corporate insolvency resolution process (CIRP) against Supreme Infrastructure BOT due to its failure to repay a loan. Srei Infrastructure Finance had provided a term loan of Rs 150 crore to Supreme Infrastructure BOT for a duration of five years, earmarked for infrastructure projects.
SP leader Azam Khan, family granted bail in fake birth certificate case
Allahabad High Court grants bail to Azam Khan, wife, and son in the forgery case. Azam Khan's sentence is stayed, but they remain in jail. Azam Khan is in Sitapur Jail, Abdullah Azam is in Hardoi jail, and Tazeen Fatima is in Rampur jail.
Out of school, into startups: Young founders are on the rise, ready to even pause studies to chase their entrepreneurial dreams
In 2023, Ayush Pathak and Aryan Sharma founded Induced, assisting businesses in automating workflows with AI. Apoorv Singh launched Connect AI with Asta. Himanshu Rajpurohit's startup, Strangify, provides corporate mental health solutions. Dyumna Madan's ProjectClay helps students find career paths.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma says BJP needs 400 seats to bring entire Jammu and Kashmir to India
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized the BJP's need for 400 Lok Sabha seats to integrate the entirety of Jammu and Kashmir into India. He stressed upon the party's commitment to implement the Uniform Civil Code. He expressed confidence in winning all Jharkhand seats in the Lok Sabha election and forming the government in the upcoming Assembly elections.
TCS employee says he got suspended for reporting security breach in viral social media post
A TCS employee faced suspension after reporting a security incident involving the use of personal laptops and shared login credentials, actions against TCS policy. Despite whistleblower protection policies, the employee claimed lack of support from HR or managers due to strained relations. Reddit users advised escalating the issue within the Tata group and using social media to raise awareness.
Government exploring options to roll out labour codes
The ministry of labour and employment is considering several options including a gradual repeal of the old labour laws to ensure there is no legal void in states that are yet to draft rules. Besides, the ministry is holding talks with states that are behind in publishing rules, urging them to expedite their compliance.
'Disclose your identity': Kolkata Police's summon to a meme creator on Mamata sparks controversy
The controversy surrounding a meme mocking West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has escalated, with the Kolkata Police demanding the identity of the meme's creator. Failure to comply could lead to legal action under section 42 of the Criminal Procedure Code. This demand is not new, as the police have a history of crackdowns on social media content deemed derogatory towards the Chief Minister. The meme controversy adds to the already heated political battle between the ruling Trinamool Congress and the BJP in West Bengal.
How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat
TikTok's tumultuous journey includes growth from a teen app to a global trendsetter, facing national security concerns and ownership disputes. The app navigates controversies, bans, and security issues, culminating in a congressional bill for a U.S. sale or ban.
Encryption Clash Explained: WhatsApp's existence in India hangs in the balance
WhatsApp's encryption debate in the Delhi High Court has sparked a discussion on the balance between privacy and security. The court is considering a rule that requires social media companies to disclose message senders, raising concerns about privacy and data storage. WhatsApp argues that breaking encryption would violate user rights, while the government emphasizes the need for traceability in cases like communal violence. The court will continue hearings, with potential implications for messaging platforms and user privacy in India.
Enabled by AI, phishing becomes quite simple
Phishing attacks, a prevalent cyber threat in India, are on the rise, growing 464% YoY in 2023. These attacks, often using social engineering, target human interaction and rely on psychological manipulation. Despite increased cybersecurity spending, there's a need for greater awareness and education. Most attacks aim to steal sensitive information like credit card numbers and passwords. The RBI has issued new guidelines to enhance IT governance and risk management in response to the rising number of data breaches in Indian banks.
Centre to fast-track enrolment of unorganised workers on e-Shram
The Center is expediting the enrollment of unorganized sector workers on the e-Shram portal, which provides a universal account number (UAN) and supports them with skilling and employment initiatives. Discussions with various ministries and state governments are underway to integrate data and eliminate duplication, ensuring accurate records of unorganized workers. The move precedes the Lok Sabha elections, anticipating future social security benefits or the implementation of Labour Codes. The portal currently has 295 million registered workers, aiding the government in tracking the impact of social sector schemes.
US FTC could bring suit or reach settlement with TikTok over privacy probe
Politico earlier reported the potential FTC action on Tuesday citing people with direct knowledge of the matter. The FTC and TikTok declined to comment. The Justice Department did not immediately comment.
Lok Sabha elections: Delhi Police tightens security in border areas
Delhi Police steps up border checks to halt illegal liquor supply and cash movement post Model Code of Conduct. Ajay arrested for transporting liquor. Regular patrolling stock taken; vigil in sensitive areas increased. Deputy Commissioner Ravi Singh ensures Election Commission's directions are followed.
Our shoulders broad enough: SC on social media commentary after Electoral Bonds order
As an institution, our shoulders are "broad enough", the Supreme Court said on Monday as the Centre flagged social media posts against the court intended to embarrass it after its orders in Electoral Bonds cases. Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, who was heading a five-judge Constitution bench hearing the electoral bonds case, said once the court delivers a judgement, it becomes nation's property, open for debate.
Budget 2024: Domestic staff may get minimum wage, pension ahead of general elections
Union Budget 2024:The Labour Bureau, under the ministry of labour and employment, has conducted an all-India domestic workers' survey and is in the process of finalising it. The government will work on cost implications after examining the data and work profile before arriving at the contours of the proposed social security benefits.
Almost all states have prepared draft rules on four labour codes, says Union Minister Bhupender Yadav
In 2019 and 2020, 29 central labour laws were amalgamated, rationalised and simplified into four labour codes, viz, the Code on Wages, 2019; the Industrial Relations Code, 2020; the Code on Social Security, 2020; and the Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions Code, 2020.
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