New India Assurance Company Limited vs Narayan Singh
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Case Significance
New India Assurance Company Limited vs Narayan Singh is a Supreme Court of India decision dated September 26, 2025 (citation: insc-2025-1178). Insurance company appealed against the High Court's order upholding a motor accident compensation award, contending that the insurance policy was not valid on the date of the accident. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal but partially modified the order, allowing the insurance company to recover 50% of the compensation from the vehicle owner and driver. The bench comprised Justices K. Vinod Chandran and N.V. Anjaria. The judgment was delivered by Justice N.V. Anjaria.
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Summary
Insurance company appealed against the High Court's order upholding a motor accident compensation award, contending that the insurance policy was not valid on the date of the accident. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal but partially modified the order, allowing the insurance company to recover 50% of the compensation from the vehicle owner and driver.
What was the outcome of New India Assurance Company Limited vs Narayan Singh?
Insurance company appealed against the High Court's order upholding a motor accident compensation award, contending that the insurance policy was not valid on the date of the accident. The Supreme Cou...
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Judgment
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Read on Indian KanoonSource: Indian Kanoon (insc-2025-1178)