DHV BV vs TAHAL CONSULTING ENGINNERS LTD

The Supreme Court, while adjudicating a petition under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, held that the disputes between M/s DHV Consultants BV and the respondents concerning tax liabilities and arbitration clauses were valid for arbitration. The Court emphasized the necessity of appointing an arbitrator when parties refuse to resolve disputes amicably as per the contract terms. The petition for the appointment of an arbitrator was thus allowed, affirming the enforceability of arbitration agreements in commercial contracts.