Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 28-09-2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: The Zonal Manager, Bank of India.
  • Respondents: Laxmi Manikrao Kamble & Anr.
  • The petition challenges both the preliminary and final awards passed by the Tribunal, contending that the domestic inquiry into alleged misconduct of a cashier was fair, that a cheque discrepancy (₹70,000 debited versus ₹50,000 shown) justified the punishment, and that the High Court erred in directing reinstatement with full back wages.
  • The petitioner argues the Tribunal erred in finding the domestic inquiry unfair and seeks reversal of the award and reinstatement with back wages.
  • The petition also seeks condonation of delay in filing the Special Leave Petition.

Final Outcome

  • The Court condoned the delay in filing the Special Leave Petition.
  • The impugned award is stayed pending further proceedings.
  • The Court directed that a notice be issued to the respondents, to be returned within six weeks.

Topics: Court Proceedings, Banking Employment Dispute