Service & Labour Law

A Maharashtra judges' association asks the Supreme Court for a standing National Judicial Pay Commission, challenging the 8th Pay Commission's reach over UT judicial officers.

A rare nine-judge Constitution Bench rules today on whether the 1978 Bangalore Water Supply test for 'industry' under the ID Act still holds, with sweeping consequences for labour law.

The Supreme Court has restored a 2005 rule relaxation that promoted a Coimbatore municipal engineer, holding that fence-sitters cannot reopen seniority disputes once third-party rights and later promotions have crystallised.

The Supreme Court’s judgment in Rajasthan Public Service Commission v. Lavanshu Sankhla & Ors. (2026 INSC 444) is an important ruling on the issue of the public recruitment eligibility date in government service appointments. Delivered by Honourable Justice Vikram Nath and Honourable Justice Sandeep Mehta on 4 May 2026, the judgment settles a recurring controversy in public recruitment law — whether candidates must possess essential qualifications on the last date of application or whether...

The Supreme Court in Ex. Sqn. Ldr. R. Sood v. Union of India rules that disciplinary action after criminal discharge is generally impermissible, reinforcing fairness and reasoned decision-making.

The Supreme Court has delivered a series of employment and service law rulings that every employer, HR professional, and in-house counsel needs to understand. From landmark decisions on regularisation of long-term temporary workers, to the validity of employment bonds, POSH Act compliance, and resignation rules, this article breaks down the key judgments in plain language and explains what practical steps organisations should take right now.

A 2026 Supreme Court ruling reinforces strict compliance with EWS certificate validity in recruitment, holding that incorrect financial year certificates invalidate eligibility despite administrative errors.

Thirteen years after its enactment, the POSH Act remains a landmark law—but implementation gaps continue to weaken its impact. This editorial explores why compliance failures, institutional weaknesses, and cultural barriers still prevent the law from fully protecting women in the workplace.

The Supreme Court clarifies permanent commission navy officers eligibility India, holding that flawed ACRs and lack of transparency violated fairness, granting one-time relief to officers.