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Karnataka HC ruling: Why Centre should cap international workers’ EPF contributions

Money Control

Money Control · 1y ago

Karnataka HC ruling: Why Centre should cap international workers’ EPF contributions

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 · 1y ago

Reasoned Twitter Takedown Orders Could Have Avoided Unnecessary Publicity: Karnataka HC

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.

Karnataka HC stays AAR notice to Juspay in Namma Yatri case - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Karnataka HC stays AAR notice to Juspay in Namma Yatri case - The Economic Times

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.

Fair representation, transparent contracts: Gig workers' suggestions on Karnataka draft bill

YourStory

YourStory · 1y ago

Fair representation, transparent contracts: Gig workers' suggestions on Karnataka draft bill

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.

Relief For Ola: Karnataka HC Stays Order Declaring Drivers As Startup’s Employees

Inc42 · 10m ago

Relief For Ola: Karnataka HC Stays Order Declaring Drivers As Startup’s Employees

- 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.

Karnataka launches GCC policy, first state to do so

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Karnataka launches GCC policy, first state to do so

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.

Karnataka HC gives govt one month to decide on bike taxi policy

Entrackr

Entrackr · 7d ago

Karnataka HC gives govt one month to decide on bike taxi policy

Karnataka HC gives govt one month to decide on bike taxi policy The Karnataka High Court on Wednesday gave the state government a month to decide whether to frame a bike taxi policy, noting that there are “lives at stake in this matter.” A division bench of Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru and Justice C M Joshi was hearing appeals by Rapido, Uber, and Ola against a single-judge order that barred bike taxi operations in Karnataka unless specific rules were issued under the Motor Vehicles Act. The court declined to grant interim relief but said the state should not “put everything into freeze” while a decision is pending. The bench observed that permitting cars and autorickshaws as taxis while excluding motorcycles could raise constitutional concerns under Articles 14 (equality before law) and 19(1)(g) (right to carry on trade). It added that the absence of regulation cannot automatically mean prohibition. Summarising the submissions by the platforms, the court recorded, “A blanket prohibition is unconstitutional since bike taxis are a legitimate business. In the absence of regulations, the business cannot be treated as illegal and should be allowed. The ban is therefore arbitrary, unreasonable, and violative of Articles 14 and 19(1)(g).” Bike taxis have long been a point of debate in Karnataka. The state government has resisted legalising them, citing safety and traffic concerns, even as 13 other states including Delhi and Telangana have already put regulations in place. In July, the Centre revised its Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines to let states authorise bike taxis through permits, with rules such as capping surge fares at twice the base fare and allowing private motorcycles for commercial use. States were given three months to adopt these rules, but Karnataka has yet to act, leaving bike taxi services in a grey zone. Meanwhile, a Moneycontrol report said that Rapido and Uber resumed bike taxi services in Bengaluru on August 21.

Karnataka HC bans Ola, Uber, Rapido bike taxi services till rules framed, grants six week reprieve

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

Karnataka HC bans Ola, Uber, Rapido bike taxi services till rules framed, grants six week reprieve

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.

Legal battle with X: Centre shows fake 'Supreme Court of Karnataka' account in HC - The Economic Times

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Legal battle with X: Centre shows fake 'Supreme Court of Karnataka' account in HC - The Economic Times

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.

Unions, civil society groups submit suggestions to Jharkhand govt on Gig Workers Bill

YourStory

YourStory · 1y ago

Unions, civil society groups submit suggestions to Jharkhand govt on Gig Workers Bill

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.

States must be alive to emerging trends & tech, says Karnataka HC in bike taxi judgment

Economic Times

Economic Times · 4m ago

States must be alive to emerging trends & tech, says Karnataka HC in bike taxi judgment

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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