The Delhi High Court directed the Centre to consider a retired employee’s plea to include his live-in partner of forty years and their children in the Pension Payment Order. Justices Navin Chawla and Madhu Jain said denial was mistaken.
The Tripura High Court has ruled that the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 applies to Anganwadi Workers and Helpers, ensuring them retirement benefits. This decision grants them gratuity upon retirement, aligning with the Act’s protections. The judgment also references a Supreme Court ruling and directs the State to make gratuity payments to the retired workers and helpers concerned.
More than 400 Short Service Commissioned Officers (SSCOs) are seeking post-retirement benefits, alleging discrimination and citing violations of their constitutional rights. They argue that they are denied benefits under various pension schemes and are left without financial support post-retirement. The case, acknowledged by the Supreme Court, could have significant implications for similar cases in various sectors.
