Regarding your queries, I would like to suggest some value additions. As far as the notice period is concerned, there is a legal provision for one month. According to this provision, if an employer wishes to terminate an employee, it is expected that the employer gives one month's notice or pays one month's salary in lieu of the notice period. Conversely, if an employee is resigning from their services, it is also expected for them to provide one month's notice. However, there is no legal provision that empowers an employer to recover one month's pay directly from the employee.
An employer can claim recovery against damages or losses, but for that, they must follow certain judicial proceedings.
Lastly, you mentioned a two-month notice or two-month pay. This issue can be discussed based on service conditions. However, there is no legal support if an employee refuses to comply with a two-month notice or pay. In such a scenario, the responsibility will fall on the employer to clarify why a two-month period is necessary to relieve the employee.
Regards,
Ghorpade R.J.