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Supreme Court Protects Retiral Benefits Despite Invalidation of Caste Claim: Tokre Koli Case

Background The appellant was issued a caste certificate in 1984 as belonging to the “Tokre Koli” Scheduled Tribe. On that basis, he was appointed as Junior Engineer (Civil) with the…

Supreme Court Judgment on MACPS for Railway Guards: Key Takeaways

Background & Facts Harbans Lal Verma, a retired Mail/Express Guard of Indian Railways, served entirely within the Guard cadre from 1976 to 2009. He received multiple promotions: Goods Guard →…

Supreme Court Issues Directions on Police Verification Delays in Government Appointments

The Supreme Court, in a recent judgment, expressed concern over the failure of police authorities to submit police verification reports for candidates selected for government service within the prescribed time…