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