Post-Award Maintainability of Section 9 Petitions and Interim Relief for Unsuccessful Parties
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Case: NATIONAL PROJECTS CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION LIMITED v. ISHVAKOO (INDIA) PVT LTD
Court: Supreme Court of India
Date: 11-08-2026
Law: Arbitration and Conciliation Act, Code of Civil Procedure.
Highlights of the Judgment:
- Examination of the maintainability of post-award Section 9 petitions by an unsuccessful party or award debtor.
- Application of residuary powers under Section 9(1)(ii)(e) of the Arbitration Act to grant interim protection ensuring a balance of equities.
- Reiteration of the higher threshold and rigorous standards required for granting interim relief to an award debtor.
- Analysis of the interplay between Section 9 interim measures and Section 34 challenge proceedings.