Sir i am working for a NGO for over 12 yrs. it has well defined staff rules and policies and is registered under society registration act 1860.. in the month of July 2012 most of the staff were asked to resign as their contract came to an end, A fresh interview were conducted some staff were retained from October 2012. Those retained were given a simple letter saying to join office and a formal appointment letter will be given when funds are available. Till date no appointment letters are given staff is given some money as advances. till date our PF and gratuity are not settles we are also informed in writing no benefits compensation will be given. Are the staff entitled for retrenchment benefits,what is the timeline for settling out standing accounts of retrenched staff. What are the remedies available for the staff, which is the competent court to approach to. kindly guide