India confirms no increase in maximum weekly working hours to 70 or 90, citing health risks.

The Indian government has confirmed it will not increase the maximum weekly working hours to 70 or 90, despite suggestions from some corporate leaders. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Shobha Karandlaje, stated that current labour laws, enforced by state governments, already regulate working hours and overtime. A pre-Budget Economic Survey noted that working over 60 hours a week can harm health and mental well-being.

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