Policy Pulse

India’s New Labour Reforms aim to simplify 29 labour laws into four unified Codes. From gig workers and MSMEs to mines, textiles, plantations, and IT, this article explains how the …

From delivery riders to freelance coders, India’s gig workers are everywhere — but they still earn less for equal work. As platforms grow, pay parity and protection must define the …

The Delhi government’s new policy allowing women to work night shifts marks a bold step for gender equality. But while laws evolve, safety, stigma, and wage parity still challenge women’s …

Kerala’s Right to Disconnect Bill is a groundbreaking proposal giving private sector employees the right to log off after office hours. It aims to tackle burnout, restore mental health, and …

Maharashtra’s Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana shows how digital welfare schemes can still exclude rural women. Poor network coverage, low mobile ownership, and costly e-KYC travel highlight India’s gendered digital divide …

Maharashtra’s decision to merge boys’ and girls’ schools marks the end of gender-segregated learning. Beyond policy, it is a statement — that equality must be taught, not assumed.

A new GIM study reveals the hurdles women face in securing a loan for women entrepreneurs, from systemic bias at banks to lack of awareness of digital finance tools. Despite …

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has declared the Gender Cap in JAG Recruitment unconstitutional, directing the Army to create a unified merit list without gender-based seat limits. This …

Tamil Nadu’s newly launched State Policy for Transgender Persons promises major steps in healthcare, housing, and education. While it removes key barriers like medical certification for self-identification, it falls short …

The Odisha Government’s move to allow women to work night shifts in private establishments is being celebrated for its progressiveness. But a deeper look reveals a layered story—of delayed rights, …