Are you a ‘worker’ under India’s labour codes? How it differs from white‑collar employment

The labour codes aim to simplify and consolidate India’s complex labour law framework. India’s new labour codes have introduced a structured distinction between the terms “employee” and “worker”. While all workers are employees, not all employees are workers. This distinction is more than just terminology – it determines the applicability of several statutory benefits and…

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Evening news wrap: Raghav Chadha removed as AAP’s dy leader in RS; Iran assures ‘Indian friends’ over Hormuz | India News

Quick catch-up for today: AAP removes Raghav Chadha as party’s deputy leader Rajya Sabha, in his place Ashok Mittal has been appointed. India’s defence exports jump 62.66% to record Rs 38,424 crore in FY26 Iran reassured India on Hormuz, saying “Indian friends don’t need to worry” the situation is under control amid tensions. SC issued…

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Met Gala 2026: Alia Bhatt fuels Met Gala 2026 and Cannes speculation with one teasing line: ‘It’s going to be a busy May’ | Hindi Movie News

Alia Bhatt has stirred up quite the buzz with her recent mention of a ‘busy May,’ leading fans to wonder if she will grace the international fashion landscape again in 2026. Enthusiasts are hopeful for her appearances at the iconic Met Gala and Cannes, where her previous outfits left audiences spellbound. Alia Bhatt stirred fresh…

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AIFF grant extension to Mohun Bagan, Kerala Blasters for non-payment of participation fee | Football News

New Delhi: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Thursday has granted Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) and Kerala Blasters a three-day extension, until April 5 (Sunday), to pay the first participation fee towards the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season. As per the revised financial model shared with the clubs, each club was due…

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Environment Agency drones tested region’s wastewater network

Drone surveys have helped identify 830 actions Anglian Water must undertake across its wastewater network to comply with the water permits it needs to operate. Newly-formed local Environment Agency water industry regulation teams carried out nearly 1,800 inspections of Anglian Water’s wastewater sites over a two-year period. Drones have been used by the Environment Agency…

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Govt directs refineries to divert feedstock to petrochemical units; move to ease industry shortages

The government has asked oil refineries to divert part of the feedstock used for cooking gas (LPG) towards petrochemical units, as industries grapple with acute raw material shortages triggered by supply disruptions amid the West Asia conflict, according to PTI.The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on April 1 directed refiners to allocate a portion…

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