Supreme Court of India rules that arbitral tribunal tenure can be extended after expiration.

The Supreme Court of India has determined that the tenure of an arbitral tribunal can be extended even after its designated twelve or eighteen-month period has expired. This ruling addresses previous conflicting high court judgments and emphasizes that courts should facilitate a "meaningful life" for the law. Applications for extensions will be considered based on the principle of sufficient cause, aiming to prevent unworkable legal situations.

September 12, 2024
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