HR & Compliance Blog

Complete guide to digital compliance for Kerala employers — step-by-step online filing processes for EPF ECR, ESIC monthly returns, PT half-yearly returns, LWF payments, and Shop Act renewal on government portals.

Complete guide to EPF withdrawal rules for 2026 — advances for medical, marriage, education, home purchase, final settlement after unemployment/retirement, tax on early withdrawal, and the online claim process.

Complete guide to penalties under Indian labour laws — EPF penal interest (12-25%), ESIC damages (5-25%), prosecution provisions, personal liability of directors, and how to avoid compliance-related legal action.

The definitive HR compliance guide for Kerala employers covering the complete employee lifecycle — onboarding, payroll, statutory compliance, performance management, exit, and record-keeping with policies and best practices.

Complete guide to employee attendance and leave policies for Kerala employers — statutory leave entitlements under the Shops Act, earned leave, casual leave, sick leave, attendance tracking, and policy template.

Complete guide to the legal distinction between contractors and employees in India — common law tests, EPF/ESIC implications of misclassification, gig worker regulations, and how to structure engagements compliantly.

Complete month-by-month statutory compliance calendar for Kerala employers — daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, and annual deadlines for EPF, ESIC, PT, LWF, TDS, Shop Act, Bonus, and Gratuity.

Complete guide to employee benefits in Kerala — statutory benefits (PF, ESIC, gratuity, bonus, maternity, LWF, PT) and voluntary benefits (group health insurance, accident cover, wellness programs, retirement benefits beyond statutory requirements).

A comprehensive overview of every labour law applicable in Kerala — central and state Acts covering wages, social security, working conditions, industrial relations, and compliance obligations for employers.