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Why Hindu liberals and Muslims are divided on poll verdict
While liberals are interpreting the result as a rejection of Hindutva politics, Muslims believe nothing will change under the new government
Nothing religious about UCC; not bringing it through back door: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Sarma said, “In UCC there are no customs, precedents. UCC does not deal with ways of worship and is not connected to one’s faith. There is no question of bringing UCC through the back door, we will bring the UCC through the front door.”
Assam speeds up UCC work, to repeal act on Muslim Marriage
Assam chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma stated in X, "On 23.2. 2024, the Assam cabinet made a significant decision to repeal the age-old Assam Muslim Marriages & Divorces Registration Act. This act contained provisions allowing marriage registration even if the bride and groom had not reached the legal ages of 18 and 21, as required by law. This move marks another significant step towards prohibiting child marriages in Assam".
Assam takes big step towards UCC, repeals Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act
Assam Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah said, "A very important decision has been taken in line with that. The Assam Muslim Marriage & Divorce Registration Act, 1935, will be repealed and no Muslim marriage or divorce will be registered under the Act. We want all such matters to be under the Special Marriage Act."
Return property papers to borrowers within 30 days of repayment or pay Rs 5k/day for delay, RBI to banks
As part of Fair Practices Code and to make things uniform, RBI asked "REs to release all the original movable/immovable property documents and remove charges registered with any registry within a period of 30 days after full repayment/settlement of the loan account."
Decoded: How India makes affordable drugs for developed world, but ‘deadly’ medicines for developing countries
India is called the 'pharmacy of the world' because it makes and exports drugs worth millions of dollars to many countries. But recent incidents cast a cloud over the country's pharma industry.
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House panel quizzes e-commerce firms on safety of user data
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance, chaired by former Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha, examined issues related to cyber crimes and cyber security with senior executives of Paytm, Flipkart, Apple, Punjab National Bank, Bank of India, in Parliament on Tuesday.
Draft proposal on Uniform Civil Code ready, says Uttarakhand CM Dhami
This was one of Dhami's promises in the run-up to the 2022 assembly election, which saw an incumbent government retaining power for the first time in Uttarakhand. In May last year, the government formed a five-member committee led by former Supreme Court judge (retired) Ranjana Prakash Desai to prepare a draft proposal for implementation of UCC in the state.
Raise GST exemption threshold to Rs 1.5 cr, do away with state-wise registration of biz: GTRI
The reduced load-on system will allow the GSTN to introduce an invoice-matching concept, resulting in 100 per cent compliance and solving the problem of fake invoices and tax theft. The increased tax collection will adequately compensate for the 7 per cent tax loss, economic think tank GTRI said.
What are the rights of an employee fired from the job?
It is the layoff season. Many companies around the globe are firing their employees in order to cut costs and save profits. In India, many people have left job especially in start-ups. However, not many employees are aware of their rights when they are fired and what they can do if fired wrongly or short-charged at the time of being fired.
View: SC verdict on EWS quota reveals how discrimination law in India is in disarray
The Constitution has a prohibition on discrimination on the ground of caste and violating this would be a violation of the basic structure of the Constitution.
Two men get six-month jail for assaulting traffic cop in Mumbai
The convicted Mohammad Shakir Ansari and Aslam Mehandi Shaikh, both residents of Worli area in Mumbai, were sentenced under Indian Penal Code Sections 353 (assaulting a public servant to deter him from discharging his duty) and 332 (voluntarily causing hurt to a public servant).
RUE-LETTE: The human cost of online gambling
With Tamil Nadu deciding on a ban, a look at how virtual casinos have many Indians hooked
New labour codes will impact salary structure but when will they come into effect?
The codes also seek to expand the coverage of social security (such as pension) to include the unorganised sector, the self-employed, migrant workers etc. within the legislative framework.
Supreme Court disposes plea seeking Uniform Compensation Code for victims of malicious prosecutions
Ashwini Kumar Upadhyay had petitioned the Supreme Court seeking directions to the Centre to frame guidelines for compensation to victims of wrongful prosecutions and implement the recommendations of a report by the Law Commission Report on the subject.
Gig Interrupted: how Indian gig workers struggle amid lack of social security net
Tech aggregators from mobility to food delivery are growing at a scorching pace, thanks to gig workers who may be their feet on the street, but who have miles to go before they come under a social security umbrella. Bharani V, K.R. Balasubramanyam & Dia Rekhi look at what's at stake.
Indian pharma can't afford to miss governance bus amid growth focus
Regulatory clampdowns and legislative changes are likely to expose the governance fault lines of the companies in the sector. Investors in the sector need to be cognisant of these emerging risk factors.
How new 'wage' definition in labour codes could impact your income tax outgo
The new wage definition under the Code on Wages, 2019 will change the way gratuity and provident fund calculations are done on salary. As per current rules, gratuity and provident fund is calculated on the basic salary. However, under new rules, it will take into account basic and other allowances except those that are excluded. These changes will impact your income tax liability.
Indian companies look to drop the code to save cost
Indian businesses are turning to low code/no code applications to cut costs, a move that is expected to boost demand for talent and technology in the long run.
What to do in case of wrongful termination of employment
As the pandemic worsened and the economy slowed, a large number of employees were dismissed in various sectors. Such termination entails a risk for the employer in the market, in terms of reputation.
How to restructure your salary to make it tax friendly under the new Wage Code
The new Wage Code has spurred companies to restructure the pay packages of employees. Find out how to optimise your salary.
New social security code likely to hike retirals, cut take home pay for salaried
While the intention of the Code on Social Security is to increase the retiral benefits of the employee, this could impact the take-home salary. Here is a look at the various aspects of the Code and how its implementation can impact the take-home pay of an employee.
Government never talked of backing out of GST commitment: NK Singh
Chairman of the 15th Finance Commission NK Singh speaks to ET on the Commission’s reading of the economy and its recovery path, the need for a stimulus and GST compensation to states, ahead of publishing its final report.
How Social Security Code 2019 will impact employees' gratuity, protect their EPF dues
The code provides for a uniform definition of "wages" across all legislations covered. This is aligned with the definition provided under the "Code on Wages" and proposed amendments to PF. Here's how specific provisions could benefit employees.
The Code on Wages, 2019: Understanding the key changes to wages, remuneration and bonus
The Code has expanded the definition of “employer” as well as “employee”, resulting in a broad based applicability of the regulations and is now applicable to employees in both organised and unorganised sectors.
Labour ministry drops the plan to corporatise EPFO
The ministry’s proposal to corporatise the EPFO had faced severe criticism. In its latest draft code released in September, it had proposed a corporate structure to be headed by a CEO.
Labour ministry to rejig draft social security code
PMO unhappy as the proposals fail to meet objective of unifying all social security benefits.
Madhu Kishwar's open letter to PM Modi on how to break the UCC stalemate
Dumping the Hindu Code will take the wind out of the sails of all those who allege that UCC is a ploy to Hinduise Muslims and Christians, Kishwar says.
Second generation reforms needed in various sectors: Assocham
A uniform Goods and Services Tax, with a simplified and long-term Direct Taxes Code, can electrify business prospects, Assocham said.
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