The Telangana High Court ruled against denying maternity leave for a second pregnancy. This decision came after a woman's first pregnancy resulted in twins. The court emphasized protecting women's health and continued employment. A rigid interpretation of the two-child norm was deemed detrimental to the leave's purpose. The petitioner was granted her maternity leave and full salary benefits.

Telangana High Court directs government to grant 180 days maternity leave for second pregnancy of a Junior Lecturer - who had twins in first pregnancy.

The Telangana High Court ruled against denying maternity leave for a second pregnancy. This decision came after a woman's first pregnancy resulted in twins. The court emphasized…