J.J. LAL PVT.LTD. vs M.R.MURALI

The Supreme Court addressed the eviction proceedings initiated by landlords under clause (i) of sub-section (2) of Section 10 of the Tamil Nadu Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1960, concerning tenants' alleged non-payment of rent. The Court held that the tenants' claims regarding the expiration of the lease and their willingness to pay rent were insufficient to prevent eviction, emphasizing that the landlords had the right to seek possession based on the tenants' default. The Court ultimately upheld the eviction order, reinforcing the landlords' entitlement under the Act.