Authority: Supreme Court of India (Chamber of Justice Sandeep Mehta)

Order Date: 17-09-2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: Prashant Malik; Respondents: Universal Sompu General Insurance Company Limited and others.
  • The original Special Leave Petition (SLP) Diary No. 46569 of 2025 was dismissed for non‑compliance with a pre‑emptory order dated 02-12-2025.
  • Petitioner filed IA No. 174576/2026 seeking restoration of the dismissed SLP, supported by IA No. 174577/2026 requesting condonation of a 35‑day delay.
  • Counsel submitted that steps to remove defects had been taken.

Final Outcome

  • The Court allowed both IA No. 174576/2026 and IA No. 174577/2026.
  • The 35‑day delay was condoned, and the Special Leave Petition was restored to its original number.
  • The miscellaneous application was disposed of, and the Court Master was directed to proceed accordingly.

Topics: Legal Proceedings, Insurance