Disabled Dependent Son Entitled to Pension Despite Past Employment: Armed Forces Tribunal RulingA Landmark DecisionIn a significant ruling, the Armed Forces Tribunal (AFT) has upheld the right of a disabled dependent son to receive a pension even if he had previously been employed. This decision has far-reaching implications for the families of deceased armed forces...
Read MoreIntroduction Guide to Medical Officers 2023 In recent developments, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has revised its rules for casualty pensions and disability compensations awarded to the armed forces personnel of India. The newly issued “Guide to Medical Officers 2023” outlines the updated norms for medical boards that determine the percentage of disability and its...
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Introduction The Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala case, adjudicated by the Supreme Court of India on April 24, 1973, stands as one of the most significant and enduring judgments in the annals of Indian constitutional jurisprudence. This landmark decision fundamentally shaped the understanding and interpretation of the Indian Constitution’s basic structure, establishing a precedent...
Read MoreThe OROP Table 2024 (One Rank One Pension) Rank Pension as on 1.1.2016 Revised pension w.e.f. 1.7.2019 Revised pension w.e.f. 1.7.2021 Likely arrears from 1.7.2019 To 30.6.2022 Sepoy 17,699 19,726 20,394 87,000 Naik 18,427 21,101 21,930 1,14,000 Havildar 20,066 21,782 22,294 70,000 Nb Subedar 24,232 26,800 27,597 1,08,000 Sub Major 33,526 37,600 38,863 1,75,000 Major...
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