The Delhi High Court declined interim permission for wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete in 2026 World Championships selection trials, saying eligibility rules must apply uniformly. It will examine the broader issue of balancing motherhood, maternity and sporting careers while considering policy validity
The Allahabad High Court dismissed a government employee's plea seeking six months of maternity leave for her fourth child, citing applicable service rules. The petitioner argued she had not availed maternity leave for her first three children, but the court declined to intervene
The Telangana High Court has ruled that the birth of twins in a single pregnancy must be treated as one delivery under the State’s two‑child norm. Justice K. Sharath directed authorities to sanction 180 days of maternity leave to a junior lecturer, terming the rejection of her application on the ground of twin births as untenable.
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has confirmed she is expecting her first child with husband Raj Nidimoru and will take a maternity break from acting after the success of her latest film, "Maa Inti Bangaaram". The actor also shared insights on relationships, emphasizing self-confidence and personal completeness before entering a partnership
The Supreme Court struck down the three-month age limit for maternity leave for adoptive mothers, granting 12 weeks’ leave regardless of the child’s age. It also urged the Centre to provide paternity leave as a social security benefit
Telangana’s Health University has removed the Rs 15,000 rejoining fee for women medical postgraduates returning from maternity leave. The move allows immediate rejoining, extends course duration for leave taken, and follows protests by doctors against the policy.
Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang announced that his government will provide 12-month maternity leave and 1-month paternity leave to its employees.
