New India Assurance Co. Ltd vs Baikunthi Devi & Ors

The Supreme Court set aside the previous judgment and remitted the matter to the High Court for fresh consideration on merits. The Court emphasized the need for the High Court to expedite the disposal of the appeals, ideally within eight weeks from the order's communication. Additionally, the award from the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, Karnal, was stayed until the High Court's decision on the appeals.