Seniority Cannot Be Determined by Interview Timing; Date of Appointment is the Valid Criterion: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court, while hearing a dispute relating to seniority in an aided secondary school, held that the seniority of an employee cannot be determined based on the timing of the interview. The Court clarified that seniority is determined by merit, the method of appointment, and the date on which the employee entered into … Read more

Strict Directions to Protect the Identity of Sexually Assault Victims: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court, while refusing to grant regular bail to an accused in a serious case of sexual assault on a minor, held that in such sensitive matters, where the prosecutrix’s testimony is consistent, clear, and cogent, the accused is not entitled to bail. The Court observed that, “This Court is of the opinion … Read more