[Arbitration] S.10 Of General Clauses Act Applies Only If S.34 Application Was Filed Within Time, Court Was Closed On Last Day Of Limitation: Delhi HC

Section 10 of General Clauses Act Applies Only If Section 34 Petition is Filed Within 90 Days and Court Is Closed on Last Day, Not During Extendable Period: Delhi HC The Delhi High Court has clarified that Section 10 of the General Clauses Act, which allows for extending deadlines if the last day is a holiday, applies only when a Section 34 petition (challenging an arbitral award) is filed within the initial 90-day period and the court is closed on the last day. It does not apply to the extendable period beyond 90 days. This ruling provides crucial clarity on the strict timelines for challenging arbitration awards, limiting the scope for condonation of delays.