Patna High Court Says Strike Participation Alone Not Ground for Termination Without Misconduct or Illegality

The Patna High Court ruled that merely participating in a strike cannot automatically lead to termination of service unless the strike is illegal or the employee is guilty of misconduct. The Court held that termination without enquiry, notice or due process violates principles of natural justice and constitutional rights.

Paying Back Embezzled Funds Isn’t Enough to Save Govt Employee From Dismissal: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has ruled that repaying embezzled funds does not erase misconduct, upholding the dismissal of a government employee. The Court emphasized that financial integrity and trust cannot be restored simply by returning misappropriated money.

Supreme Court Backs SBI: No Detailed Reasons Needed If Inquiry Report Accepted in Disciplinary Cases

The Supreme Court restored SBI’s punishment against a messenger found guilty of bribery, ruling that disciplinary authorities need not give detailed reasons if they agree with the inquiry officer’s findings. This strengthens SBI’s stand on strict anti-corruption measures.