Pandiyan Roadways Corpn. Ltd. v. N. Balakrishnan

Pandiyan Roadways Corpn. Ltd. v. N. Balakrishnan (2007) 9 SCC 755 Key Words: shall, directory, mandatory, substantive, procedural, prejudice, non-compliance Facts: Respondent herein was employed as a helper of Appellant. A criminal complaint was lodged against him for alleged commission of theft. A disciplinary proceeding was also initiated against him. In the disciplinary proceeding, he…

State Bank of Patiala & Ors. vs. S.K. Sharma

State Bank of Patiala & Ors. vs. S.K. Sharma (1996) 3 SCC 364 Key Words: non-compliance, substantial compliance, prejudice, substantive, procedural Facts: A disciplinary enquiry was held against the respondent in respect of certain charges. At the conclusion of the enquiry, a report was submitted by the enquiry officer holding both the charges established. The…