Latest court orders, judgments, and legal developments from Indian courts — AI-curated and summarized.
FeaturedSupreme Court held that foreign-leg Leave Travel Concession (LTC) benefits are not exempt under Section 10(5) and SBI must deduct TDS on such reimbursements.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court quashed the politically influenced appointments of four Haryana officers, affirming that illegal appointments cannot be justified by long service.
FeaturedThe Supreme Court ruled that a qualifying service of 15 years is not mandatory for the service element of disability pensions, thereby mandating the payment of arrears. This decision broadens eligibility for disability pensions in the armed forces.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court reprimanded the Punjab government for publicly misrepresenting the status of its appeal in the Dearness Allowance case through social media. The Court affirmed its August 3 order directing payment of pending DA/DR to state employees and pensioners.
Gujarat High Court upholds dismissal of Judicial Magistrate over unexplained benami mobile phones and failure to disclose vehicle purchases and loan, affirming judicial integrity standards.
J&K HC upholds Parliament’s power to extend Building and Other Construction Workers Cess Act to J&K; applies to post-2007 contracts.
Andhra Pradesh HC rules bank can’t freeze widow’s pension or gratuity for deceased husband’s loan liability.
The Bombay High Court has approved a revival plan for Svadeshi Mills worth ₹1,200 crore, asserting the plan protects workers' dues and satisfies public interest. The ruling is significant for stakeholders involved in corporate restructuring.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has prohibited the Punjab government from engaging in large-scale advertising campaigns until overdue employee payments are cleared, signaling a commitment to prioritize employee rights.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has condemned the Punjab government for prioritizing spending on freebies while neglecting to pay legitimate dues to employees, highlighting serious financial management issues. Courts urge equitable budgetary practices.
The Gujarat High Court has reopened proceedings concerning the Employee State Insurance (ESI) applicability for women rolling pappads, declaring that income tax exemptions do not bar ESI contributions.
In a landmark ruling, the Calcutta High Court quashed a demand for ₹1.49 Crores made under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Act against Vodafone Idea Ltd., concluding that principal employers are not liable for wages due as a result of contractor 'wage-splitting'.