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In light of widespread layoffs announced globally since early 2025, INDUS LAW's Debjani Aich, Shivani Kapur Jeet and Riddhi Jain offer essential guidance for employers operating in India. This article explains the critical distinction between "layoff" and "retrenchment" under Indian law, outlines the dual regulatory framework of federal and state requirements, and offers best practices for mitigating legal and reputational risks during restructuring processes. In today's evolving business environment, compliance is not merely a regulatory requirement but a cornerstone of responsible leadership and organizational sustainability.
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