Punjab National Bank vs M.L. Kalra And Another

The Supreme Court interpreted the Punjab National Bank (Officers) Service Regulations, 1979 and the Punjab National Bank (Employees) Pension Regulations, 1995, determining that the disciplinary proceedings against an employee can continue post-retirement but do not affect the entitlement to provisional pension until the conclusion of such proceedings. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to grant provisional pension arrears until the appeal's disposal, emphasizing that a retired employee's rights should not be unduly hindered by ongoing disciplinary actions. The appeal by the bank was dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling.