M/S Alpine Housing Development ... vs Ashok S Dhariwal

The Supreme Court examined the validity of allowing the respondents to adduce additional evidence in an arbitration case where the arbitral award was ex-parte. The High Court had set aside the arbitral order to permit evidence, which the appellant challenged. The Court analyzed the procedural aspects under Section 34 of the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996, emphasizing the importance of fair opportunity and proper conduct in arbitration proceedings. Ultimately, the Court upheld the High Court's decision, reinforcing procedural safeguards in arbitration.