💨 Abstract

The Delhi High Court has ruled that information classified as "Top Secret" by the central government, related to national defense, cannot be produced in arbitral proceedings, even in a sealed cover. The court's decision was made in relation to a commercial dispute involving the development of a greenfield naval base on the eastern coast. The court recognized the importance of national security and stated that certain aspects should be left to the discretion of the Union of India.

Courtesy: theprint.in