India's new labor codes: What you need to know

Business Nov 22, 2025

Big update for workers—India's new labor codes are being introduced in November 2025.
Now, there's a universal minimum wage and a government-set floor wage, aiming to make pay fairer and more consistent for everyone, including those in the unorganized sector.

What's changing for you

The new rules ban gender-based pay gaps and require timely wages for anyone earning up to ₹24,000 a month.
Gig workers (think delivery apps or ride-hailing) finally get social security benefits too, funded by a small tax on app companies.
Plus, compliance is going digital (less paperwork!) , minor workplace offenses mean fines instead of jail time, and strikes now need a 14-day notice to prevent flash strikes.