Eastern Mineral And Trading Agency vs Steel Authority Of India Ltd.

The Supreme Court addressed the jurisdiction of the court under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, specifically regarding the removal of an arbitrator during ongoing arbitration proceedings. The Court held that while arbitration proceedings may continue, the arbitrator is not to sign the award until the pending appeal is resolved. This ruling clarifies the procedural aspects of arbitration under the 1996 Act, ensuring that the integrity of the arbitration process is maintained while legal questions are adjudicated.