Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the recently implemented four labour codes, calling them a "game-changer" for the Indian workforce.
The implementation of the government's new labour reforms could significantly boost employment and formalisation in India's labour market over the medium term, highlighted a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).
"The 2025 labour reforms are a watershed moment focused on achieving parity for women at workplace and overhauls India's labour economy for a futuristic workforce," the Ministry of Finance said.
India's newly introduced labour codes are set to bring major changes in areas such as employee benefits, working conditions, hiring models and enforcement mechanisms, highlighted a report by Ernst & Young (EY).
Murleedharan claimed that under the new codes, the labourers can form an organisation only if a minimum of 10 per cent of the members are a part of it. He called this provision incorrect, saying that forming a union is a workers' right.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday hailed the Central Government's rollout of the four new labour codes, saying the reform package will open up fresh employment avenues, strengthen the economy, and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi "on behalf of the youth, labour force and t
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday said that labour reforms have ushered in a new era for the country's workforce, adding that the implementation of the four labour codes is a significant step towards realising the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Outlining five primary demands of India's labour force, Ramesh asked whether the new codes ensure a national minimum wage of ₹400 per day, including for workers under MGNREGA, which he said is crucial for establishing a basic livelihood standard.
Prominent international organisations such as the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the International Social Security Association (ISSA) have welcomed the Government of India's announcement on November 21, 2025, to bring the four Labour Codes into effect.
CPI(M) in a statement said that the Labour Codes dismantle 29 hard-won labour laws that have, till now, protected the workers to some extent. Despite many limitations, to an extent, the wages, working hours, social security, industrial safety, inspection-compliance mechanisms, and collect
The Confederation of Central Trade Unions (CONCENT) welcomes the Government of India's notification of the four Labour Codes as a landmark and progressive reform that replaces fragmented, outdated colonial-era labour laws with a unified, contemporary, transparent and worker-centric framew
Air India on Saturday announced the reinstatement of its codeshare agreement with fellow Star Alliance carrier, Air Canada, to offer more flight options for travellers and boost connectivity between India and Canada.