TRUSTEES OF PORT OF BOMBAY vs THE PREMIER AUTOMOBILES LTD. AND ANOTHER

The Supreme Court held that Section 87 of the Bombay Port Trust Act, 1879 mandates a one-month notice period before initiating a suit, which must be filed within six months from the cause of action's accrual. The Court established that both acts and omissions in the performance of official duties fall under this statute, and the limitation period begins when the consignee is aware of the goods' landing. The appeal was allowed, overturning the High Court's decision in favor of the plaintiff, as the suit was barred by limitation.