The Bombay High Court has held that even women working on temporary or daily-wage basis are entitled to maternity leave benefits. The Court ruled that denying maternity benefits due to short technical breaks in service is arbitrary and illegal.
Today, On 27th March, The Bombay High Court set up an expert committee to investigate recent deaths in Maharashtra hospitals. The committee will visit government hospitals in Nanded and Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar to assess their infrastructure and medical facilities. This move follows concerns over hospital conditions and patient care. The court aims to ensure necessary improvements and accountability in the healthcare system.
Today, On 21st February, The Supreme Court criticized the requirement that MBBS candidates must have “both hands intact,” calling it discriminatory. While acknowledging that it cannot override expert opinions, the Court emphasized the need for flexibility. It stressed the importance of reasonable accommodation to ensure inclusivity in medical education. This ruling highlights the need for a more equitable approach in eligibility criteria.
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The Kerala High Court, led by Justice A. Badharudeen, quashed criminal proceedings against a mother for failing to report her 17-year-old daughter’s pregnancy, citing her emotional trauma as the cause for her delay. The Court emphasized that her actions were not intentional and further prosecution would be unjustified.
