Maharashtra may soon hike working hours to 10 in private establishments

Additionally, it is proposed that an adult be allowed to work over six hours at a stretch only if a half-hour break is included in that time. The Maharashtra government is planning to increase the maximum working hours of employees in private establishments from the present nine to 10 hours a day, by making crucial… Continue reading Maharashtra may soon hike working hours to 10 in private establishments

Supreme Court Directs Trial Courts & High Courts To Not Grant Bail Relying On Undertakings By Accused

The Supreme Court stated that in some cases, perhaps the accused may abide by such undertaking, but based on record, in many cases the accused later would not abide and flout the undertaking. The Supreme Court has directed Trial Courts and High Courts not to pass any order of grant of regular bail or anticipatory… Continue reading Supreme Court Directs Trial Courts & High Courts To Not Grant Bail Relying On Undertakings By Accused

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Cuba fires labour minister for calling all beggers fake

HAVANA: The Cuban government fired its labour minister after she was publicly rebuked by the president for saying Cuba’s beggars were all phonies in disguise. A brief announcement Tuesday evening said labour and social security minister Marta Elena Feito had demonstrated a lack of “objectivity and sensitivity on topics that are currently central to political… Continue reading Cuba fires labour minister for calling all beggers fake

Non-compete clause can’t restrict employee’s right to employment after termination, says Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court has ruled that employment contract clauses restricting an individual’s right to seek new employment after leaving a job are void, citing Section 27 of the Indian Contract Act. The verdict delivered on June 25 by Justice Tejas Karia, was in a case concerning a software developer whose previous employer attempted to… Continue reading Non-compete clause can’t restrict employee’s right to employment after termination, says Delhi High Court

Employment Bond Valid, Doesn’t Violate S.27 Contract Act’ : Supreme Court Upholds Rs 2 Lakh Penalty For Premature Resignation

The Supreme Court upheld the validity of a bond clause in an employment contract, allowing a Public Sector Bank to recover ₹2 lakhs from an employee who resigned before completing the mandatory three-year service period. The Court held that exclusivity clauses in employment contracts (requiring minimum service period) are legally permissible and do not fall… Continue reading Employment Bond Valid, Doesn’t Violate S.27 Contract Act’ : Supreme Court Upholds Rs 2 Lakh Penalty For Premature Resignation

Labour Court Cannot Grant Monetary Relief Without Pre-existing Entitlement: Bombay HC Clarifies Scope Of Recovery Under Section 33C(2), Industrial Disputes Act

Bombay High Court: A Single Judge Bench of Justice R.I. Chagla ruled that claims under Section 33C(2) of the Industrial Disputes Act must be supported by clear entitlements arising from statute, contract, or custom. The court clarified that a “cease and desist” direction in an order declaring a transfer illegal does not automatically create monetary entitlements. Furthermore, it… Continue reading Labour Court Cannot Grant Monetary Relief Without Pre-existing Entitlement: Bombay HC Clarifies Scope Of Recovery Under Section 33C(2), Industrial Disputes Act

Labour Law Practitioners Associations (LLPA) – Unveiling the Portrait of Late Advocate S. D. Puri

It is with immense gratitude, I acknowledge the contribution of LLPA for the Unveiling of the Portrait of my father Late Advocate S. D. Puri

Empower Your Play: Trusted Responsible Gambling Tools and Resources for Indian Players on Betmaster

Responsible Gambling Tools and Resources for Indian Players on Betmaster Gambling can be an exciting way to spend your leisure time, but it’s essential to approach it responsibly. For Indian players looking to Start playing now, Betmaster offers an array of tools and resources to promote responsible gambling. Ensuring that players have fun while minimizing… Continue reading Empower Your Play: Trusted Responsible Gambling Tools and Resources for Indian Players on Betmaster

Criminal Case Conviction Not Necessary For Forfeiture Of Gratuity If Employee’s Misconduct Constitutes An Offence Involving Moral Turpitude: SC

The Supreme Court examined the issue of forfeiture of gratuity in cases where employees are terminated for misconduct involving moral turpitude. The Supreme Court held that conviction in a criminal proceeding is not a necessary requirement for forfeiture of gratuity, if the misconduct alleged & proved against employee constitutes an offence involving moral turpitude. The… Continue reading Criminal Case Conviction Not Necessary For Forfeiture Of Gratuity If Employee’s Misconduct Constitutes An Offence Involving Moral Turpitude: SC

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