LatestCorporate Compliance 11 November 2026
Bank Holiday, Laptop Ceilings, EPFO Protests
On November 11, 2026 India observes a bank holiday for Diwali, prompting most banks to close; the central government also lifted the official laptop cost ceiling to ₹1.5 million. EPFO’s recent EPS pension circular has drawn strong objections from pensioners demanding its withdrawal, while Bangladesh’s garment sector sees renewed minimum‑wage protests, resulting in clashes and injuries.
Bank holiday: On Nov 11, 2026 banks across many Indian states are closed for Diwali and related festivals. (Read more)
Laptop price ceiling: The government raised the maximum allowable cost for official laptops to ₹1,50,000 plus taxes. (Details)
EPFO pension circular: Pensioners have petitioned the Labour Ministry to withdraw the EPFO circular that limits higher EPS benefits, arguing it breaches PF trust rules. (Story)
Bangladesh wage protests: Garment workers in Ashulia resumed minimum‑wage protests, clashing with police and causing injuries. (Report)
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