Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
The Bombay High Court has set aside an appellate tribunal's order, confirming that TDS under Section 194A does not apply to interest payments made by cooperative banks to non-member cooperative societies.
The Calcutta High Court has affirmed equal pay for equal work, granting pay parity to municipal tax collectors based on the administration's own admission.
The Karnataka High Court has directed the EPFO to pursue its provident fund dues claim before the NCLT in liquidation proceedings, dismissing the writ case.
Recent comments submitted to the CDSCO highlight ongoing issues with brand name extension practices in India. The discourse around these policies has seen limited public engagement, which raises significant concerns.
The Chhattisgarh High Court has allowed a state tax officer to submit a representation for retrospective seniority and associated monetary benefits. The court directed the authorities to resolve this representation within 120 days.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) cannot impose penalties on employers for delays stemming from court-approved payment schedules. The bench characterized such penalties as 'interest on interest', asserting the need to respect judicial orders.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that the government cannot withhold a former tax collector's pension due to age-related technicalities, ordering prompt payment of benefits. This decision underscores statutory entitlement to pensions upon retirement.
The EPFO's Amnesty Scheme 2026 allows for retrospective regularization of Provident Fund Trusts, with compliance waivers for eligible establishments.
The Supreme Court has dismissed petitions from West Bengal Madrasa teachers and staff seeking regular appointment and funding under a state grant scheme. The decision is significant for educational staffing issues.
The Karnataka High Court has quashed a criminal case against an oncologist accused of forgery after resigning from a hospital, calling it a case of institutional rivalry rather than genuine criminality.
The Kerala High Court permitted a company to repay EPF damages in 18 instalments, emphasizing structured compliance over coercive recovery.
The introduction of new labor codes presents significant changes in wage definitions and statutory liabilities, necessitating a review of compliance frameworks for Chartered Accountants.