Union of India & Ors. vs M/s. Asian Food Industries

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the Central Government's notification banning the export of pulses under Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992. The Court held that the ban, which was announced after contracts were executed and payments made, violated the principles of natural justice and fair play, as it adversely affected the rights of exporters who had already entered into binding contracts. Consequently, the Court ruled that the notification was unconstitutional and set aside the ban, allowing the exporters to proceed with their shipments.