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In the private sector, the rise of the gig economy has led to an increase in precarious employment arrangements – Supreme court

In the private sector, the rise of the gig economy has led to an increase in precarious employment arrangements, often characterized by lack of benefits, job security, and fair treatment. Such practices have been criticized for exploiting workers and undermining labour standards.

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No justifiable reason to continue the criminal proceedings if exonerated in disciplinary proceedings – Delhi HC

If an accused is found innocent in disciplinary proceedings and the same charges are levelled in the criminal case, then there is no justifiable reason to continue the criminal proceedings.

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Employee cannot remain absent from service merely because his VRS application is pending – Supreme court

Employee cannot remain absent from service merely because his Voluntary Retirement Service (“VRS”) application is pending.

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Maharashtra declares 6th Dec 2024 as local holiday for Govt and Semi Govt offices

Maharashtra declares 6th Dec 2024 as local holiday for Govt and Semi Govt offices.

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No leniency for an act of theft / misappropriation once proved, either it be a small or large or a small thing – Karnataka HC

No leniency for an act of theft / misappropriation once proved, either it be a small or large or a small thing.

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Recording of evidence in a disciplinary proceeding proposing charges of a major punishment is mandatory -; Supreme Court

Recording of evidence in a disciplinary proceeding proposing charges of a major punishment is mandatory.

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Factual finding of the Labour Court should not normally be disturbed by a Writ Court without compelling reason – Supreme court

Factual finding of the Labour Court should not normally be disturbed by a Writ Court without compelling reason.

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Absence of 90 days and not responding to noticed would amount to abandonment of employment- Supreme Court

Absence of 90 days and not responding to noticed would amount to abandonment of employment.

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Retention allowances paid to seasonal workers is to be included for PF contributions under the EPF Act, 1952 – Bombay HC

Retention allowances paid to seasonal workers must be included in basic wages for PF contributions under the EPF Act, 1952.

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