Telangana allows 10-hour workdays for commercial establishments; overtime pay applicable beyond 48 hours

Telangana has approved increasing daily working hours for commercial establishments (excluding shops) from 8 to 10, effective July 8. This move aligns with the Centre's "ease of doing business" initiative, mirroring similar changes in other states. The new rule maintains a 48-hour weekly cap, mandates overtime pay, and includes rest period regulations to protect worker welfare.