**The Crucial Role of Sand Dunes: Why Courts Are Stepping In** In a significant pronouncement, a court recently highlighted the undeniable fact that sand dunes are not mere geographical features but vital natural buffers, emphasizing they cannot be casually earmarked for development. This ruling underscores a growing recognition within the [...]
The subject has polarised India for long, though some states and private companies offer menstrual leaves. The discourse surrounding menstrual leave in India has long been a complex and often contentious one, deeply polarising opinions across the nation. While some view it as a crucial step towards gender equality and [...]
Navigating the intricacies of UAE Labour Law can be challenging, especially when considering a departure from employment. One critical aspect that employees must be aware of is the concept of “absconding.” Leaving the UAE without properly notifying your employer is not merely an informal exit; it can carry serious legal [...]
DA: A Legally Enforceable Right – The Tragic Toll of Delayed Arrears on 35,000+ Pensioners The recent pronouncement that Dearness Allowance (DA) is a legally enforceable right brings a glimmer of hope to millions of pensioners, yet it casts a long shadow over a stark reality: over 35,000 pensioners have [...]
The Bombay High Court’s Nagpur bench has once again underscored the judiciary’s pivotal role in ensuring fair governance and judicious policy-making. In a significant directive, the High Court has instructed the Maharashtra government to re-evaluate a crucial “1 km rule,” a decision that carries substantial weight for various sectors and [...]
Justice L. Victoria Gowri observed that while the right to peaceful protest is a constitutionally protected right, such demonstrations should not cause undue hardship to the public, particularly by obstructing national highways. In a significant observation, Justice L. Victoria Gowri recently underscored the delicate balance between the fundamental right to [...]