The Supreme Court Today (July 23) rejected Kalanithi Maran and KAL Airways’ appeal in the SpiceJet case, calling their delay in filing a “calculated gamble.” The Court found their legal strategy dishonest and deliberate.
The Delhi High Court rejected Kalanithi Maran’s plea against SpiceJet, criticising him for taking a ‘calculated gamble’ in the dispute with Ajay Singh over the airline’s control, arising from a commercial disagreement involving KAL Airways.
Today(on 26th July), The Supreme Court upheld Delhi High Court’s decision to remand the arbitration dispute between Kalanithi Maran and SpiceJet back to a single judge. This follows legal battles over an arbitral award favoring Maran, with significant financial implications for both parties. SpiceJet plans to pursue a Rs. 450 crore refund, enhancing its financial position and enabling further expansion.
Today, On 16th May, The Delhi High Court approved SpiceJet’s appeal, overturning a previous order to refund Rs. 270 crore to Kalanithi Maran. This marks a legal victory for SpiceJet in the long-standing dispute with Maran. The court upheld an Arbitral Award, overturning the previous order and setting aside the refund directive. This decision is significant for the airline.
