Aapko Pata Hai Pujari Kitna Paisa Kamate Hai?: Supreme Court Refuses PIL on Minimum Wages for State Temple Priests

The Supreme Court declined a PIL seeking review of wages and service conditions of priests, sevadars, and temple staff in government-controlled temples. The Bench said, “Mandiron ke pujari ke chakkar mein mat padiye… we are not entertaining this.”

Supreme Court Questions Centre on Ex-Servicemen Status for Disabled Cadets Seeking Reservation in Government Jobs Across India

The Supreme Court questioned whether disabled cadets boarded out during training should be classified as ex-servicemen for reservation benefits. The bench highlighted their young age and need for employment, seeking the Centre’s response on extending government and semi-government job reservations.

Compassionate Appointment Is Final, No Second Chance for Higher Post: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court held that once a dependent of a deceased employee accepts compassionate appointment, the right stands exhausted, and the appointee cannot later demand transfer or appointment to a higher post in public employment under service law.

26/11 Mumbai Terror Case Acquitted Man Free to Work Without Police Clearance, Maharashtra Tells Bombay High Court

The Maharashtra government told the Bombay High Court that Faheem Ansari, acquitted in the 26/11 Mumbai terror case, can take up any job that does not require police clearance. His plea seeking a certificate to drive an autorickshaw will now be heard in a closed chamber.

Looking for Another Job with Rival Company Is a Basic Right, Doesn’t Constitute Moral Turpitude: Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court ruled that seeking employment with a rival company, especially for better perks and facilities, is a fundamental right. The court emphasized that such action does not amount to moral turpitude or breach of good morals.

[Illegal Teacher Termination Case] Supreme Court Issues Notice to Tripura Government

The Supreme Court issued a notice to Tripura in response to a plea from 79 terminated teachers, alleging unjust and arbitrary dismissals. The teachers claim to have been left destitute and deprived, and assert the existence of a large-scale scam within the government. They seek justice, reinstatement, and judicial intervention to safeguard employment rights.