Heard Mr. A. Gunguly, learned counsel, appearing for the applicant. Also heard Mr. N.K. Haloi, learned counsel, appearing for the respondent.

              This is an application for condoning the delay of 263 days in preferring the accompanying appeal. We have perused the statements made in the application. Also perused the objection filed by the respondent. The grounds for delay has been explained at paragraph 2 of the application. We have found that sufficient causes have been shown for not preferring the appeal in time. Thus, considering the statements made in the application, particularly, statements made on oath at paragraph 2 of the application, also for the ends of justice, delay in preferring the accompanying appeal is condoned subject to payment a cost of Rs. 1000/- to the respondent by the applicant.

              Misc Case is allowed and disposed of accordingly.