TALUKDAR SINGH vs TATA ENGINEERING AND LOCOMOTIVE CO. LTD

The Supreme Court modified the Bombay High Court's order regarding retrenchment compensation, enhancing it from Rs. 1,00,000 to Rs. 5,00,000, inclusive of the previously awarded amount. The Court upheld the finding of misconduct but deemed the punishment of dismissal as shockingly disproportionate. The judgment emphasized the need for justice considering the appellant's long service and age, mandating payment within eight weeks with interest at 9% p.a. in case of default.