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Business Standard
12 hours ago
- Business
- Business Standard
'Right not a favour', says HC on pension to disabled kids: what law says
When a government employee passes away, their dependent children with mental or physical disabilities are legally entitled to a lifetime family pension. Yet, experts point out that on ground things are a tad different. Red tape, unnecessary document demands, and long waiting periods make life difficult for the intended beneficiaries. A recent Madras High Court ruling is now being seen as a ray of hope for such families. The rule is clear, but delays are common 'Despite clear statutory protection under Rule 54(6) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, which allows for lifetime family pension for such dependents, authorities often insist on documents like income certificates that the law does not require,' said Sonal Alagh, founding partner at Alagh & Kapoor Law Offices. 'This reflects bureaucratic rigidity and causes immense hardship to families already grappling with caregiving responsibilities.' 'Even though the Rules only require medical certification of disability, the authorities often insist on additional proof, most commonly, an income certificate, which is beyond the Rules. This leads to prolonged processing times, often running into months or years, and, in many cases, outright rejections,' said Jeevan Ballav Panda, partner at Khaitan & Co. The case of Jerald, a mentally disabled son of a deceased forest officer, and Sujatha, the disabled daughter of a former acting chief justice of the Madras High Court, laid bare such administrative apathy. Both faced repeated requests for documents already submitted and endured long delays, noted Soayib Qureshi, partner at PSL Advocates & Solicitors. Judgment strengthens legal footing The High Court, in The Principal Accountant General (A&E) v. AV Jerald & Ors., unequivocally said that authorities cannot demand documents not prescribed under the rules. 'By linking timely pension payments to Article 21 of the Constitution (right to life and dignity), the court reaffirmed that pension is a legal right, not a favour,' Qureshi said. 'This ruling serves as a timely reminder for government departments to act quickly and humanely, especially when dependents suffer from intellectual disabilities,' added Nihal Bhardwaj, counsel at SKV Law Offices Required documents -- No income proof needed All four experts stressed the minimum required paperwork: Death certificate of the pensioner Proof of relationship with the dependent (e.g., birth certificate) Medical certificate from a government hospital or Medical Board confirming the disability and inability to earn a livelihood Guardianship certificate (only if the dependent is incapable of managing affairs) Identity proof (such as Aadhaar) 'Importantly, income certificates are not legally required. The focus is purely on disability,' Alagh emphasised. What families can do if the pension is delayed If a dependent's pension is held up despite submitting all required documents, families can escalate in stages: File a formal representation with pension authorities citing Rule 54(6) and the Madras HC judgment Approach tribunals or file a writ petition under Article 226 of the Constitution if ignored Lodge a grievance on CPENGRAMS, the central pension grievance portal 'Maintain detailed records of submissions. Courts have taken a firm stance against unjustified delays,' Qureshi advised. A precedent with nationwide reach Though from the Madurai Bench, this ruling is already being seen as a strong precedent. 'It aligns with the Supreme Court's stand in Bhagwanti Mamtani versus Union of India (1995) and offers a legal foundation that families across India can rely upon,' said Alagh. With expert backing and a supportive judicial interpretation, the message is clear: families of disabled dependents have a right-- not a request-- to pension, and they now have the legal tools to assert it.
Axios
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Axios
Frame Work: "Dope Women in Media" opens after delay
A new exhibition called " Dope Women in Media" is finally opening to honor how Detroit film, video and photographic artists' experimental and critical work shapes culture after a months-long delay. Catch up quick: The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is hosting the exhibition, which was slated to open in January but had to be postponed and relocated from Detroit Artists Market (DAM). DAM, a contemporary nonprofit gallery, experienced serious flooding in January, temporarily closing its space on Woodward Avenue in Midtown and disrupting programming. The gallery crowdfunded more than $50,000 to offset losses, rent temporary space and plan exhibitions offsite. If you go: The exhibition opened last month and runs through Aug. 1 at CCS' Center Galleries, 301 Frederick St.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
World leaders call on oil companies to help solve urgent global crisis: 'We can make substantial progress'
The European Commission asked Big Oil to help clean up the carbon mess they helped create by literally putting it back underground. As reported by Reuters, 44 oil and gas companies will be directly contributing to the EU's carbon storage goals. The Commission asked these companies to help meet a collective target of storing at least 55 million tons of carbon dioxide annually by 2030. The companies were selected based on their share of oil and natural gas production in the EU between 2020 and 2023. They are now expected to scale up their participation in carbon capture and storage. CCS is a technology that traps carbon dioxide, which is the main gas driving the changing climate, before it can enter the atmosphere. It works by capturing pollution from sources like factories or power plants, compressing it, and then storing it deep underground in rock formations where it can't escape. Think of it like putting a lid on pollution before it leaves the smokestack, helping reduce the amount of heat-trapping gases in our air. While the sector has long been linked to large amounts of pollution, this new directive positions dirty fuel producers as key contributors to solutions rather than just polluters. "By combining their industrial know-how with faster permitting processes and robust financial support - including from the ETS-resourced Innovation Fund - we can make substantial progress in advancing industrial decarbonisation and modernisation in Europe," said Kurt Vandenberghe, head of the Commission's directorate general for climate action, per Reuters. This shift makes financial sense, too. By leveraging industrial expertise and combining it with access to fast-tracked permits and EU funding, such as from the Innovation Fund tied to the Emissions Trading System, traditional energy giants can transform themselves into long-term assets in a green economy. As the clean energy sector continues its upward trajectory, it's clear that investing in a decarbonized future is no longer just a moral decision; it's a market one, too. Do you think gas stoves should be banned nationwide? No way Let each state decide I'm not sure Definitely Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi Confidential: Silence to surprise
At a recent meeting with Congress leaders from tribal communities, Rahul Gandhi asked them about their 'main issue'. As the leaders fell silent, Gandhi is learnt to have said that he would answer the question himself. He said the 'biggest issue' for such Congress leaders is that they are not given much importance within the party. Surprised, many leaders nodded in agreement. Office Office Although the Union government has long been planning to relocate the Ministry of Rural Development, among several others, to the Common Central Secretariat (CCS) at Kartavya Path, officials have still been upgrading their current offices at Krishi Bhawan. The latest instance is that of an official of the ministry whose room was renovated a few weeks ago. Meanwhile, the ministry has been allotted space on the ground floor of CCS building no. 3 and will likely shift by August 15. Request Denied A senior AGMUT-cadre IPS officer was recently transferred from Delhi to Lakshadweep. As he was overseeing a special police project, the officer requested his transfer be withheld at least until March 2026. Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora forwarded his representation to the Union Home Ministry, and, in an unusual move, also attached his own letter echoing the request. The Home Ministry turned down the request this month.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Schlumberger Launches Sequestri: New Portfolio for Carbon Storage Solutions
Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) is one of the best S&P 500 stocks with huge upside potential. On June 16, Schlumberger unveiled Sequestri, which is a comprehensive portfolio of carbon storage solutions. The new offering aims to accelerate industrial decarbonization globally by providing full-chain carbon capture and storage/CCS capabilities, from the point of capture to safe and permanent underground storage. The Sequestri portfolio is designed as an end-to-end framework for long-term carbon storage and integrates tailored hardware and digital workflows. Using over 25 years of Schlumberger's CCS experience, the technology suite addresses critical economic and integrity concerns that often hinder the viability of CCS projects. At its core, Sequestri is powered by interconnected digital technologies and services for carbon storage that provide a robust foundation for analysis and prediction. An aerial view of a well site, depicting the scale of oil and gas operations. Additionally, the portfolio includes specialized hardware engineered for CCS applications, such as subsurface safety valves, measurement instruments, and CO2-resistant cement systems like SLB's EverCRETE. The launch follows the recent introduction of Electris, which is Schlumberger's digitally enabled electric well completions portfolio for reducing costs and enhancing well performance. Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) provides technology for the energy industry worldwide. It has four divisions: Digital & Integration, Reservoir Performance, Well Construction, and Production Systems. While we acknowledge the potential of SLB as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the . READ NEXT: and . Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.
