Balbir Kaur & Anr vs New India Assurance Co.Ltd.& Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the liability of the insurance company in a motor accident case under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Court held that the insurance cover was effective from 19.03.1996, and since the accident occurred on 18.03.1996, the insurer was not liable for compensation. The Court also considered the implications of the appellants having withdrawn the awarded amount, ultimately determining that the insurance company could recover the amount from the owner and driver in the same proceedings.