NANTU RANJAN PAUL vs STEEL AUTHORITY OF INDIA LTD. .

The Supreme Court upheld the Division Bench's decision in F.M.A. No.481 and F.M.A. No.482 of 2003, which directed the learned Single Judge to rehear the appellant's case regarding the imposition of a major penalty and the reduction in pay scale. The Court noted that the learned Single Judge failed to address all issues raised by the parties, necessitating a fresh hearing. The judgment emphasized the importance of thorough judicial consideration in service law matters, particularly given the prolonged duration of the inquiry and litigation faced by the appellant.