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flag India's top court rules military personnel can't be denied pensions for health issues labeled 'lifestyle disorders,' ordering a lifelong pension with back pay.

flag The Delhi High Court ruled that Indian armed forces personnel cannot be denied disability pensions solely because their condition is labeled a "lifestyle disorder," stating that military service, even in non-combat roles, involves stressors like long hours, frequent transfers, and separation from family that can contribute to serious health issues. flag The court overturned a prior decision denying a retired Air Force officer a 50% pension for hypertension and heart disease, criticizing the Medical Board for lacking proper reasoning and improperly attributing illness to lifestyle factors without evidence. flag It rejected claims linking the condition to just 14 days of duty and ordered a lifelong pension with arrears paid within eight weeks, or face 12% annual interest.

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