Legal Updates 8 November 2026
High Court Rules Arbitrator Appointment Unilateral, Award Unenforceable
The Delhi High Court ruled that an arbitral award is unenforceable when the arbitrator is appointed unilaterally by one party, breaching fairness and due‑process principles in arbitration. The decision reinforces recent jurisprudence demanding balanced appointment procedures and safeguards parties' rights in India’s arbitration landscape.
The Delhi High Court held that an arbitral award cannot be enforced if the arbitrator was appointed solely by one side, violating procedural fairness.
- Unilateral appointment deemed a breach of due‑process.
- Award declared unenforceable, setting a precedent for future arbitrations.
For the full judgment, see the SCC Online article.
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