S.L. Srinivasa Jute Twine Mills P. Ltd vs Union Of India & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the amendments made to Section 16 of the Employees Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, by Act 10 of 1998, which removed the 'infancy protection' for certain establishments. The Court ruled that the amendments were intended to apply universally to all establishments without exemptions, thereby not affecting any accrued rights of the appellants. The judgment of the Andhra Pradesh High Court was affirmed, confirming that the amendments serve public interest and do not violate any legal principles.