Union Of India vs M/S. V. Pundarikakshudu And Sons And Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the arbitration award under Sections 15, 16, 30, and 32 of the Arbitration Act, emphasizing that an arbitrator's decision must be consistent and free from misconduct. The Court upheld the District Judge's ruling that the arbitrator's award in favor of the appellant was inconsistent with the finding that the appellant caused delays, thus vitiating the award. The Court confirmed the need for fair procedures in arbitration, particularly regarding the introduction of evidence without prior notice to the opposing party.