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The People Brief

HR news that matters, every month

A sourced monthly roundup of Labour Code updates, PF and ESIC changes, HR tools and automation, and global workplace trends — written for Indian startups and MSMEs. Published on the 1st of every month.

Latest issue · 1 October 2026

The People Brief — October 2026

October's brief covers the PF wage ceiling increase, the slow state-level roll-out of Labour Code rules, the new EPF Scheme 2026, and how AI is widening the HR leader's mandate in India.

—PF wage ceiling raised from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000
—Only 10 states and UTs have notified Labour Code rules
—EPF Scheme 2026 now in force
—AI is widening the CHRO mandate in India

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