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  • Appeal in POSH Law-Advice

    Appeal in POSH Law-Advice

    Under the POSH Act, 2013, either party (aggrieved woman or respondent) dissatisfied with the Internal Committee (IC) report may file an appeal to a court or tribunal within 90 days of the recommendation. The appeal, governed by Section 18, is typically made to an industrial tribunal, labor court, or designated appellate authority. [1, 2, 3] …

  • Service Dispute HighCourt of Punjab and Haryana News

    Service Dispute HighCourt of Punjab and Haryana News

    High Court: Complainant Cannot Intervene as Party in Service Dispute Proceedings In an important ruling clarifying the scope of judicial intervention in service matters, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that a complainant or whistleblower cannot seek to become a party in court proceedings arising out of an employer-employee service dispute. The Court…

  • Supreme Court’s Resonable Compensation for Possession Delay- Latest

    Supreme Court’s Resonable Compensation for Possession Delay- Latest

    Based on the most recent Supreme Court of India rulings (as of February 2026), the Court has established a strong precedent of holding real estate developers accountable for delayed possession by enforcing 18% interest on refunds and ensuring Occupancy Certificates (OC) are non-negotiable before delivery. [1, 2, 3] Key highlights of the latest Supreme Court…

  • ATS Derabassi RERA Punjab Complaint for Delay in Possession

    ATS Derabassi RERA Punjab Complaint for Delay in Possession

    Builder Directed to Pay 10.80% Annual Interest for Delay in Possession: Punjab RERA Ruling In a significant relief for homebuyers, the Punjab Real Estate Regulatory Authority has ordered a builder to pay 10.80% annual interest to a buyer for failing to hand over possession of a residential unit within the agreed timeline. The ruling reinforces…

  • Gender Change in Passport -HighCourt Matter

    Allahabad High Court: District Magistrate’s Certificate Valid for Gender Change in Passport In a significant ruling protecting transgender rights, the Allahabad High Court has held that a certificate issued by a District Magistrate under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 is conclusive proof of gender identity for the purpose of changing gender in…