M/S.SIL IMPORT EXPORT vs M/S.EXIM AIDES SILK EXPORTERS

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of cognizance under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, emphasizing that the notice sent by fax on 11-6-1996 constituted valid notice under Section 138. The Court held that the complaint filed on 8-8-1996 was within the permissible time frame as the cause of action arose after the expiry of 15 days from the notice, thus affirming the High Court's decision to restore the complaint. The ruling clarified the interpretation of 'notice in writing' and the timeline for filing complaints under the Act.