Indian Airlines Ltd vs Prabha D. Kanan

The Supreme Court examined the constitutionality of Regulation 13 of the Indian Airlines (Flying Crew) Service Regulations, which allows termination of employment without prior notice or reason under certain conditions. The Court held that such provisions must align with the principles of natural justice and cannot violate Article 311 of the Constitution, which protects civil servants from arbitrary dismissal. The Court ultimately upheld the validity of the regulation while emphasizing the need for fair procedures in employment termination.