Krishna Devi @ Sabitri Devi (Rani) M/S ... vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court examined the interpretation of the commencement of the 30-day period for filing a Section 17 application under the Arbitration Act, 1940. The key issue was whether the period begins from the date of formal notice of the award or from the date the party becomes aware of the award's existence. The Court held that the period starts from when the party is aware of the award, not necessarily when formal notice is received. Consequently, the Court allowed the appeal, emphasizing the importance of actual knowledge over formal notice in computing the limitation period.