#Delegation of Power

Delhi High Court rules that disciplinary actions taken by an unauthorized body cannot be retrospectively validated, even via ratification by a higher authority. The judgment underscores that statutory service rules mandate prior delegation of disciplinary powers, impacting all public sector employees facing termination proceedings.

Bombay HC quashes termination orders issued by an Inspector under Clause 32(4) of the Maharashtra Private Security Guards Scheme, 2002, ruling that the power to impose major penalties like termination is exclusively vested in the Chairman. The decision reinforces statutory interpretation principles, protecting employees from unauthorized administrative actions.

High Court holds that District Magistrate must independently apply mind before evicting occupants; delegation of quasi-judicial functions violates natural justice under Act of 1997.

Allahabad High Court holds that an officer authorized by the Appropriate Authority under Section 28(1)(a) of the PC & PNDT Act may file a complaint, even if not directly appointed by the State or Central Government.