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Practical perspectives on people, processes, and building stronger businesses.
Perspectives on people, processes, and stronger workplaces.
Payroll and Compliance Awareness
India’s four Labour Codes: what employers must act on now
The Codes took effect on 21 November 2025 and Central Rules were notified on 8 May 2026 — but most large states are still catching up. Here is what changes and what to do.
Payroll and Compliance Awareness
PF wage ceiling rises to ₹25,000: payroll impact explained
From 17 September 2026 the PF wage ceiling moved from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 a month. More employees become mandatorily covered and capped contributions go up by ₹1,200 each side.
Payroll and Compliance Awareness
EPF Scheme 2026: faster claims, simpler withdrawals, and what is still only announced
The EPF Scheme 2026 replaced the 1952 scheme from 1 July 2026. Claims now carry a three-day settlement target — but UPI and ATM withdrawals are not yet generally live.
HR Operations
Agentic AI in HR: where it helps, and the guardrails Indian firms need
AI has moved from pilots to daily HR work — screening, service desks, learning. With the DPDP Act and Labour Codes converging, governance matters as much as the tool.
HR for Startups
The HR foundations every growing Indian startup needs in 2026
Under the Labour Codes, informal HR is now a real risk. A prioritised set of foundations for teams of 10 to 100.
Recruitment and Talent
Structured hiring: fewer bad hires, faster decisions
How to build a scorecard-based process — and use AI screening responsibly.
HR Operations
Onboarding beyond paperwork: a 90-day plan
Combine compliant documentation with a structured first 90 days — and automate the admin.
Payroll and Compliance Awareness
Payroll readiness under the Labour Codes
Wage definitions, PF ceiling and overtime rules have changed. Organise inputs so payroll stays accurate.
Employee Engagement
Continuous feedback that actually improves performance
Replace the once-a-year review with simple, regular conversations.
Training and Development
Reskilling for the AI era: a practical learning plan
As AI changes job content, focus learning on the skills each role now needs.
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