Gazette Notifications related to Labour Laws in India are official government publications that announce updates, amendments, and new regulations related to labor laws. Published in the Official Gazette of India, these notifications serve as an authoritative source of legal information, helping employers, employees, and other stakeholders stay informed about their rights, responsibilities, and compliance obligations under applicable labor laws.
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Gujarat Special Allowance (Minimum Wages Act, 1948)
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The Gujarat Labour Commissioner's notification (dated 04/10/2026) announces revised daily Special Allowance rates (a cost-of-living/VDA component) under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, valid from 1 October 2026 to 31 March...
The Gujarat Labour Commissioner's notification (dated 04/10/2026) announces revised daily Special Allowance rates (a cost-of-living/VDA component) under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, valid from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. The rate is ₹72.50 per day for the 49 scheduled employments plus shop breaking and sweeping and cleaning work, and ₹158.50 per day for six employments (brick manufacturing, zari, readymade garments, salt, tobacco and bidi, and agriculture). This allowance is paid on top of the basic minimum wage, so employers need to update payroll from October 2026,