OIL & NATURAL GAS COMMISSION vs THE WORKMEN

The Supreme Court held that the fixation of working hours for administrative staff at 8 hours per day was not violative of Section 9A of the Industrial Disputes Act, as there was no established condition of service for 6.5 hours per day. The Tribunal's conclusion that the previous working hours were only a temporary arrangement during construction was upheld. The Court emphasized that the distinction between factory workers and office staff under industrial law allows for different working hours, thus affirming the Tribunal's decision to deny the workmen's claim.