ARASMETA CAPTIVE POWER CO. PVT. LTD & AN vs LAFARGE INDIA P. LTD

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of Section 11(5) and (6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, clarifying that disputes not covered under the specific clauses of an agreement must still be referred to arbitration. The Court emphasized the importance of consistency in judicial pronouncements and the principle of stare decisis, ultimately upholding the appointment of an arbitrator despite the appellant's claims regarding the applicability of expert resolution. The judgment reinforces the necessity of arbitration in commercial disputes, ensuring certainty and finality in legal processes.