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Karnataka HC ruling: Why Centre should cap international workers’ EPF contributions
Money Control
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1y ago
Medial
The Karnataka High Court has declared certain provisions that include international workers in the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and pension scheme as unconstitutional. This ruling highlights the inequality between international workers and Indian employees in terms of EPF contributions and benefits. The government may challenge the ruling in the Supreme Court, but this presents an opportunity to reassess the EPF provisions for international workers. It is suggested that separate legislation be enacted, and considerations such as capping contributions and simplifying the withdrawal process are recommended to ensure fairness for international workers.
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Reasoned Twitter Takedown Orders Could Have Avoided Unnecessary Publicity: Karnataka HC
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
The Karnataka High Court criticized the Centre for its lack of reasoning in the X (formerly Twitter) content takedown orders. The court suggested that the government could have avoided unnecessary publicity by reconsidering its approach and passing reasonable orders. The court also directed the Centre to provide reasons for the takedown orders and stated that an in-house decision could have resolved the matter without court involvement. The court further suggested that the designated government officer could determine whether costs should be imposed on X for failing to comply with the orders.
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Karnataka HC stays AAR notice to Juspay in Namma Yatri case - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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1m ago
Medial
The Karnataka High Court has stayed a notice from the Karnataka Authority for Advance Ruling (AAR) to Juspay Technologies regarding the Namma Yatri app. The AAR intended to void an earlier ruling exempting the app from GST collection, citing asset transfer to Moving Tech Innovations as a potential misrepresentation. However, the court found merit in Juspay's argument that asset transfer alone doesn't constitute misrepresentation, warranting further judicial examination.
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Fair representation, transparent contracts: Gig workers' suggestions on Karnataka draft bill
YourStory
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1y ago
Medial
Various organizations, including IFAT and Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, have submitted suggestions to the Karnataka government for the draft Karnataka Platform Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024. The joint submission emphasizes the inclusion of platform worker representatives on the Gig Workers Tripartite Welfare Board, calls for tighter registration norms, fair contracts between aggregators and gig workers, and income security measures. The submission also proposes a welfare fee for gig workers, to be covered by aggregators or customers. The bill aims to protect gig workers' rights and provide dispute resolution mechanisms.
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Relief For Ola: Karnataka HC Stays Order Declaring Drivers As Startup’s Employees
Inc42
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10m ago
Medial
- Karnataka High Court vacation bench stayed the ruling on the relation between Ola and its drivers as employer-employees. - Earlier ruling required Ola to pay INR 5 lakh compensation to a woman customer who faced harassment by a cab driver. - The ruling could have had broader implications for the gig economy if upheld. - Ola parent company ANI Technologies was at the center of the legal dispute. - The vacation bench's decision provided temporary relief to Ola and its business model.
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Karnataka launches GCC policy, first state to do so
Economic Times
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10m ago
Medial
The Karnataka government has introduced the draft Global Capability Centres (GCC) Policy 2024-2029, aiming to attract investments and create 500 new centres by 2029. The policy seeks to generate 3.5 lakh jobs and $50 billion in economic output. The government plans to decentralize development by incentivizing GCCs to establish operations in cities like Mangaluru, Mysuru, and Hubballi. Proposed incentives include property tax reimbursements, EPF contributions, and exemptions from electricity duty. Additionally, three new technology parks will be set up. The draft policy is open for public comments to further refine it.
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Karnataka HC bans Ola, Uber, Rapido bike taxi services till rules framed, grants six week reprieve
Economic Times
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4m ago
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The Karnataka High Court has ordered app-based ride-hailing services to halt bike taxi operations until the state establishes regulations under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Platforms like Rapido, Uber, and Ola have been given six weeks to cease operations, with potential appeals being considered. The ruling arises from the need for clear regulations and safety concerns regarding bike taxis. The Karnataka government has three months to frame new regulations while assessing the industry's impact and safety.
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Legal battle with X: Centre shows fake 'Supreme Court of Karnataka' account in HC - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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21d ago
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Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the Centre, demonstrated the ease of creating fake accounts on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to the Karnataka High Court. A verified fake account for the "Supreme Court of Karnataka" was presented as part of ongoing litigation against X Corp, highlighting digital platform misuse. Mehta stressed the need for nuanced regulatory measures beyond Section 69A's scope. Despite objections from X Corp's advocate, the example was used illustratively, underscoring online anonymity challenges.
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Unions, civil society groups submit suggestions to Jharkhand govt on Gig Workers Bill
YourStory
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1y ago
Medial
The Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFAT) and Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy (Vidhi) have submitted recommendations to the Jharkhand government regarding the Jharkhand Platform Based Gig Workers (Registration and Welfare) Bill, 2024. The bill aims to protect gig workers' rights, establish a welfare board, and introduce a fee to fund social security initiatives. The joint letter from IFAT and Vidhi commended the government's proactive steps and emphasized the need for clear articulation of gig workers' rights in the legislation. The Karnataka government has also released a draft bill for gig worker protection, focusing on social security and welfare.
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States must be alive to emerging trends & tech, says Karnataka HC in bike taxi judgment
Economic Times
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4m ago
Medial
The Karnataka High Court ruled that ride-hailing platforms like Uber, Ola, and Rapido cannot offer bike taxi services in Karnataka until a policy framework is in place. The court emphasized that the state government should remain open to evolving trends and new technologies for commuter options. While denying bike taxis in a policy vacuum, the court disagreed with the state's view that two-wheelers cannot be considered transport vehicles, encouraging government openness to new approaches.
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Supreme Court says Karnataka HC should handle Amazon-Flipkart case
Inshorts
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7m ago
Medial
Hearing the Competition Commission of India's plea to transfer all cases filed by Amazon and Flipkart sellers against it to a single court, the Supreme Court on December 16 observed that prima facie, all cases should be handled by the Karnataka High Court. Justices AS Oka and Manmohan were hearing the competition watchdog's plea to transfer 24 writ petitions to the High Court.
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