New Delhi, Aug. 20 -- The Supreme Court has upheld its landmark 1978 Bangalore Water Supply judgment. This ruling on 20 August interpreted "industry" under Section 2(j) of the Industrial Disputes Act.

However, according to the Court, this judgment won't address future disputes. The court will address future disputes under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, ANI reported.

A nine-judge Constitution Bench, led by CJI Surya Kant, delivered this decision. The majority ruled 6:3 that reconsidering the 1978 judgment was validly requested. Judges retained the essential framework established through the original "Triple Test" ruling.

The apex court acknowledged certain aspects of the test needed potential refinement. However, it emphasised tha...