Authority: Supreme Court of India, Registrar Sh. Apurv Singh

Order Date: 17 September 2026

Case Overview

  • Petition for Special Leave to Appeal (C) No. 17364/2026 filed by N. Kaliappan & Ors (petitioner) against National Insurance Company Limited and another (respondents).
  • The petition was called for hearing on 17‑09‑2026 before Registrar Sh. Apurv Singh.
  • Respondent 1’s advocate, Ms. Chubalemla Chang, appeared on behalf of Mr. Amit Kumar Singh and requested time to file a vakalatnama and counter‑affidavit.
  • Respondent 2 had not been served; petitioner’s counsel was directed to take fresh steps for service.

Final Outcome

  • Respondent 1 must file a vakalatnama within one week and a counter‑affidavit within four weeks.
  • Petitioner’s counsel must file particulars to serve respondent 2 within one week; if done, a notice will be issued and the matter listed for 27 Oct 2026.
  • If service on respondent 2 is not completed, the Registry will list the case before a Judge in chambers for further directions.
  • The order was digitally signed by Rupam Dhamija on 17‑09‑2026 at 16:47:10 IST.

Topics: Legal Procedure, Insurance