Industrial Disputes Act Time Consumed In Proceedings At Forum Lacking Jurisdiction Is Excluded From Limitation Period: Himachal Pradesh High Court

In a recent judgment, the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, ruled on a case involving a dispute under the Industrial Disputes Act. Background: Ranjeet Singh, the petitioner, contested an order by the Industrial Tribunal-cum-Labour Court-I, Chandigarh, dated 30.11.2022. The order dismissed a miscellaneous application by Singh under Section 5 of the Limitation Act for condonation of delay in a claim petition. Key Points: 1. Singh, allegedly terminated on 10.08.2016,…