Authority: Supreme Court of India – Registrar Court

Order Date: 11 June 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioners: Laxmi Pal & Ors filed Special Leave to Appeal (C) No. 10787/2026 seeking exemption from filing copy/counter‑copy of the impugned judgment.
  • Respondents: Shri Ram General Insurance Company Ltd. & Anr., IA No. 69882/2026.
  • The matter was called for hearing on 11‑06‑2026 before Registrar Sh. Apoorv Singh.
  • Counsel for petitioner: Mr. Avinash Kr. Lakhanpal (Advocate‑on‑Record).
  • Counsel for respondents: Mr. Yasharth Kant (Advocate‑on‑Record) and Ms. Prerna Sharma (Advocate).
  • Respondent No.1 was served on 01‑Apr‑2026 and sought additional time to file a counter‑affidavit.

Order Details

  • The Court granted respondent No.1 a two‑week period to file the counter‑affidavit; if filed, it will be taken on record, otherwise no further opportunity will be given.
  • Petitioner's counsel was directed to file fresh particulars for service on respondent No.2 within one week.
  • The matter was listed for further hearing on 07‑Aug‑2026.
  • A copy of the record of proceedings is to be furnished to the concerned Advocate‑on‑Record for compliance. The order is digitally signed by Rupam Dhamija.

Final Outcome

  • Extension of two weeks approved for respondent to submit counter‑affidavit; petitioner instructed to submit fresh service particulars; next hearing scheduled for 07‑Aug‑2026.

Topics: Court Proceedings, Insurance Litigation