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Introduction The Union Government’s indication that it may relax eligibility norms for gig workers under the Code on Social Security, 2020 marks a critical moment in India’s evolving labour law regime. As the gig economy expands rapidly—particularly through food delivery, e-commerce logistics and quick commerce platforms—the challenge before policymakers is to reconcile flexible work models with minimum social protection guarantees . Recent statements by senior officials of the Labour Ministry confirm that the government is actively examining public suggestions on the draft Social Security (Gig and Platform Workers) Rules , including the controversial minimum working-day thresholds for accessing benefits such as health and accident insurance. This article examines the statutory framework , constitutional provisions , and judicial principles relevant to this policy debate. Background: Draft Rules Under the Social Security Code, 2020 The Code on Social Security, 2020 , passed by Parli...

INTRODUCTION Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule has reintroduced “The Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025” , a private member's bill aimed at protecting employees from work-related communication outside official working hours. The Bill seeks to address the rising burnout associated with digital work culture, especially in an era where remote work and continuous connectivity have blurred the boundaries between professional and personal life. The new proposal arrives amid a national debate on work-life balance, triggered by statements from top industry leaders advocating extreme working hours. PURPOSE OF THE RIGHT TO DISCONNECT BILL 2025 The Bill seeks to safeguard employees from excessive employer contact beyond work hours by providing: A statutory right to refuse calls, emails, and messages after working hours . A protection from disciplinary action if employees decline communication. A provision for overtime pay if employees voluntarily respond beyond hours. A framework for...