General Manager, Indian Overseas Bank vs Workmen, All India Overseas Bank ...

The Supreme Court held that jewel appraisers engaged by the Indian Overseas Bank do not qualify as 'workmen' under Section 2(s) of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, as they do not perform substantial work for the bank. The Court distinguished the case from a prior ruling involving Indian Bank, where jewel appraisers were recognized as part-time employees due to their clerical duties. The appeal by the Bank was allowed, affirming that the jewel appraisers are not entitled to the benefits of regular clerical staff.