All Cargo Movers (I) Pvt. Ltd. & Ors vs Dhanesh Badarmal Jain & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed a dispute arising from a contract of carriage, emphasizing the necessity of presenting original Bills of Lading for the delivery of goods as per the provisions of the Indian Contract Act, 1872. The Court held that the failure to adhere to this requirement constituted negligence and a breach of contract, leading to liability for damages amounting to US $ 84,353.31. The judgment reinforced the principle that carriers must comply with established procedures to avoid legal repercussions for improper delivery.