UNION OF INDIA vs A P BAJPAI

The Supreme Court upheld the termination of the respondent's services as an Assistant Central Intelligence Officer under Rule 5(1) of the Central Civil Services (Temporary Service) Rules, 1965, affirming that the termination was simpliciter and not stigmatic. The Court found that the respondent's unsatisfactory performance, including frequent absenteeism and negligence, justified the termination. The Tribunal's decision to reinstate the respondent was set aside, confirming the validity of the termination order.