grievance redressal
India's New Labour Codes: Transforming Workplaces for Women's Safety, Equality and Economic Empowerment
Nov 24, 2025 08:16 pm CST
India has implemented four comprehensive Labour Codes that significantly improve workplace conditions for women, prohibiting gender discrimination and mandating equal pay. These reforms allow women to work in previously restricted sectors, including night shifts with proper safety measures, and introduce flexible arrangements like work-from-home options. By modernizing 29 existing labour laws, these codes aim to boost female workforce participation, ensure representation in grievance committees, and create a gender-equal environment poised to drive India's economic growth.
Supreme Court Issues Comprehensive Road Safety Guidelines Targeting Pedestrian Protection, Helmet Compliance, and Traffic Regulations
Oct 08, 2025 12:38 am CST
India's Supreme Court has issued extensive directives addressing the nation's road safety crisis, focusing on pedestrian infrastructure, helmet enforcement, and dangerous driving practices. The court ordered footpath audits in 50 major cities, strict helmet compliance for two-wheelers, regulation of vehicle headlights, and the establishment of online grievance mechanisms. These measures aim to reduce India's alarming road fatality rate, which claimed 172,890 lives in 2023, including over 35,000 pedestrians.