The Supreme Court of India heard Special Leave Petition No. 47092/2026 filed by Patta E.R. Lakshmi & Ors. against The New India Assurance Company Ltd. & Ors. On 27 Oct 2026, the Court observed that respondents 2 and 3 had not entered appearance despite service, and directed that any counter‑affidavit on behalf of respondent 1 be filed on or before 17 Nov 2026. After the filing, the matter will be processed for listing before the Hon’ble Court. This content may not be financially relevant.