Case Name: Jasbir Kour & Ors. vs National Insurance Company Limited & Ors.
Petition for Special Leave to Appeal (C) No. 1849/2026.
Court: Supreme Court of India, Registrar.
Order Date: 23 May 2026 (digitally signed 2026.05.23 10:17:49 IST).
Related IA Numbers: IA No. 303104/2025 (exemption from filing O.T.) and IA No. 320529/2025 (permission to file additional documents/facts/annexures).
Parties Involved
Petitioners: Jasbir Kour and others (Ors.).
Respondents: National Insurance Company Limited (Respondent No.1) and additional respondents (Nos.2 and 3).
Counsel for Petitioners: Mr. Kaustubh Shukla (Advocate‑on‑Record).
Registrar: Ms. Gracy L. Bawitung.
Issues / Allegations / Violations
Petition seeks relief under Special Leave to Appeal; specific issues relate to filing of counter affidavit and submission of additional documents.
Respondent No.1's request to file a counter affidavit was denied.
Petitioners were directed to take further steps concerning Respondents Nos.2 and 3.
Findings & Observations
The Court observed that the opportunity for Respondent No.1 to file a counter affidavit has already been declined.
The Court granted a final opportunity to the petitioners to take “fresh steps” regarding Respondents Nos.2 and 3.
Penalties / Settlements / Directions
No monetary penalties imposed.
Directions:
Petitioners must take fresh steps concerning Respondents Nos.2 and 3 on or before 29 May 2026 (last opportunity).
If steps are taken, the Registrar will issue notice and list the matter again on 28 July 2026.
In case of default, the matter will be processed for listing before the Hon’ble Judge‑in‑Chambers for further directions.
Corrective Actions & Future Obligations
Petitioners are required to comply with the deadline of 29 May 2026 and submit the necessary documents or actions.
Respondents Nos.2 and 3 must be prepared to respond to any filings made by the petitioners within the stipulated timeframe.
Final Ruling & Enforcement
The Registrar’s order is final pending compliance; the matter will be re‑listed on 28 July 2026 if compliance is met, otherwise it will be referred to Judge‑in‑Chambers for further orders.
