Union Of India vs Giani

The Supreme Court allowed the applications for condonation of delay in filing appeals, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to justice. The primary issue was whether the respondents were entitled to compensation under Section 23(1A) of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, which was amended to provide additional compensation for land acquired after 30.04.1982. The Court held that the amendment was not applicable to the present case, referencing K.S. Paripoornan v. State of Kerala, thus denying the compensation granted by the High Court.