GODREJ PACIFIC TECH. LTD. vs COMPUTER JOINT INDIA LTD.

The Supreme Court held that the rejection of the appellant's application for re-examination of witnesses under Section 311 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 was erroneous. The Court emphasized that Section 311 provides discretionary power to summon or re-examine witnesses, and a mandatory duty to do so if their evidence is essential for a just decision. The Court overturned the High Court's decision, allowing the re-examination to ensure justice is served.