November 21, 2025 9:46 PM
Gig workers recognised in law for the first time as new Labour Codes take effect
India’s new Labour Codes, which replace 29 existing labour laws, are expected to significantly enhance worker welfare while extending formal protections to gig and platform workers for the first time. The four Codes introduce uniform wage rules, stronger safety standards and simplified compliance for employers across sectors. Under the new framework, all workers will be entitled to minimum wages, salary credit by the 7th of every month, double wages for overtime and mandatory appointment lett...