Aarthi and Raj break down India's new labour codes set to roll out in 2026. They bust common myths, highlight impactful changes for SMEs, and share practical steps for compliance. This episode simplifies complex rules and offers actionable insights straight from Offrd's customer support trenches.
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Aarthi and Raj break down exactly what changed for Indian startups and SMEs under the 2025 Labour Code, focusing on penalties and the new compliance landscape. This episode takes you from fear to action, with clear examples, actionable checklists, and guidance on leveraging tech for compliance. Tune in to understand the real cost of mistakes and how to shield your company with smarter HR processes.
Aarti and Raj break down what goes into a typical Indian private company salary structure. They discuss the logic behind basic pay, allowances, and key statutory deductions like PF and ESI. This episode gives Indian startups and employees a clear, practical understanding of every payslip component.
Internships are a legal minefield in India, with blurred lines between learning and employment. Aarthi and Raj dive into the realities, risks, and best practices to make your internship program compliant and positive—minus the legal headaches.
We break down why Aadhaar and PAN fraud is a serious concern for Indian employers, what the law demands, and how tech-enabled solutions can make these risks manageable. Raj from Offrd.co joins Aarthi to share actionable steps and real examples based on employer challenges.
This episode dives into the essentials of maternity leave laws for Indian startups and SMEs. Aarthi and Raj break down compliance rules, bust common myths, and provide practical tips to ensure fair treatment of employees while avoiding costly mistakes.
Most Indian founders delay creating HR policies, but early implementation is crucial for compliance, team clarity, and sustainable growth. In this episode, Aarthi and Raj break down why getting your HR basics right from day one can save your startup from costly mistakes and set your culture up for success.
Probation management is one of the trickiest parts of HR in India’s private sector — full of legal gray areas, inconsistent policies, and midnight panic moments. In this episode of The People Stack, hosts Aarti and Raj break down The Probation Puzzle: Getting It Right in Modern HR in India. They dive deep into everything HR managers, founders, and people-ops teams need to know about probation extensions — from how long you can legally extend probation to what your offer letter must include, and how to stay compliant under state Shops & Establishments Acts. Learn how courts interpret “reasonable” probation durations, what documentation actually protects your company, and why verbal feedback isn’t enough. You’ll also hear real-world examples of what happens when startups forget to send extension letters, overuse “cultural fit” as an excuse, or rely on outdated templates. Aarti and Raj discuss how modern HR tech in India is changing this entire process — using automation to track probation deadlines, manage performance reviews, and maintain audit-ready records. Platforms like Offrd are helping thousands of Indian SMEs and startups transform HR compliance from a paperwork burden into a simple, transparent workflow. Whether you’re an HR professional, business owner, or employee on probation, this episode gives you a complete overview of probation compliance in India — what’s allowed, what’s risky, and what best practices help you build a fair and legal workplace. 🎧 Tune in to understand: The legal framework behind probation periods in India How to handle extensions without crossing compliance lines Why “contract is king” in every employment relationship How digital HR platforms like Offrd simplify tracking, documentation, and communication Practical steps to build a transparent probation policy Disclaimer: This episode reflects our professional opinions and experience in the HR domain. It is not formal legal advice. Always consult a qualified labor law expert or employment lawyer for situation-specific guidance. Listen now to stay compliant, stay transparent, and build better workplaces with clarity — only on The People Stack.
Most small teams don’t skip HR, they just squeeze it in between everything else. In this first episode of The People Stack, Aarti and Raj talk about why many founders think structure is only for big companies and how small, simple habits can make HR easier to manage. They share what really happens behind the scenes: offer letters sent at midnight, approvals over WhatsApp, and that never-ending “Final_Final” folder, and how getting a bit more organized doesn’t have to be costly or complicated. If you want to bring some order to HR without slowing your team down, check out Offrd.co, HR made simple for small and growing businesses.
In this special episode of The People Stack, Aarti talks with Raj from Offrd’s Customer Success team to answer a question many listeners and customers have asked: why was Offrd created? Together they explore why most HR software in India fails small businesses, how enterprise tools were repackaged for startups, and what Offrd learned by studying how MSMEs actually manage HR. From hiring and onboarding to payslips, appraisals, and relieving letters, Raj explains how startups use only what they need and why paying for unused HR features makes no sense. Offrd’s pay-per-use model changes that, helping small teams stay compliant without subscriptions or complexity. If you are a founder, HR admin, or small business owner tired of paying for software you hardly use, this episode will change how you think about HR tech in India. Visit offrd.co to learn more about pay-per-use HR for startups and MSMEs.
In this episode, we break down why Indian startups need different HR tech than their US counterparts. We cover compliance chaos, payroll headaches, and how local solutions like Offrd can help founders stay lean and legal. Plus, we share what to look for in HR systems at each growth stage.
Wipro’s high-profile crackdown on moonlighting sparked debate — but for Indian founders, legal clarity and decisive enforcement remain key. In this episode, we’ll break down how startups and SMEs can protect intellectual property, ensure compliance, and systematically eliminate moonlighting risks without sparing any details.
This episode explores how combining multiple roles in Indian startups can be both a blessing and a curse. Aarthi and Raj break down when multitasking works, where it fails, and share actionable tips for founders to stay efficient without burning out teams.
Running a startup in India? Whether you have 5 employees or 250, there are mandatory HR policies you simply can’t ignore. From POSH compliance and maternity benefits to PF, ESI, and gratuity, each stage of growth brings new legal requirements. In this episode of The People Stack, we break down: The minimum HR policies required under Indian law What kicks in at 10, 20, 50, and 100 employees How to actually develop and implement these policies without drowning in paperwork Practical, founder-friendly, and compliance-driven .This is your roadmap to staying legal while scaling. Powered by Offrd.co — helping Indian startups automate HR, payroll, and compliance with ease.
Aarthi and Raj break down what Indian startups and SMEs need to know about managing and legally addressing employee absconding. From practical policies to compliance and real-world examples, get clear strategies to minimize disruption and navigate these tricky situations.
Employee perks don’t have to break the bank — and the real value often lies in the personal touch. In this episode, Aarthi and Rahul explore low-cost, high-impact ways Indian SMEs can create an engaging workplace, sharing practical tips and relatable stories from the field.