Delhi High Court
63,002 judgments
Tahal Consulting Engineers India Pvt. Ltd. v. Promax Power Ltd.
The Delhi High Court upheld the Arbitral Tribunal's discretionary refusal to release an admitted amount or grant attachment before judgment, affirming that interim reliefs under Section 17 require a strong prima facie case and risk of asset dissipation, with limited scope for judicial interference under Section 37(2)(b).
Divya v. State of NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR alleging house trespass and theft against a wife who lawfully entered her matrimonial home under a protection order, holding such entry does not constitute a criminal offence.
Dev Karan & Ors. v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed a matrimonial FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and resumed cohabitation between the parties, emphasizing judicial discretion to prevent abuse of process in private matrimonial disputes.
Hajj E Betullah Haj Umrah Tour Corporation v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court directed the government to consider the petitioner’s representation for upgradation to Category 1 Haj Group Organiser status in compliance with Supreme Court directions, despite a revised policy, leaving remedies open thereafter.
Amit Kumar v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court set aside the removal from service of a CISF officer charged with theft and absence from duty, holding that prior permission from the authorized custodian negated the theft charge and the absence was with proper relief.
Government of NCT Delhi v. Ram Kumar Kaushik
The Delhi High Court upheld the entitlement of a retired government employee to lifetime medical reimbursement under the Delhi Government Employees Health Scheme, affirming the State's constitutional obligation under Article 21.
Sheena Tomar v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging eviction under the Senior Citizens Act, holding that cohabitation was not feasible due to acrimony and criminal allegations, and upheld the order directing rent payment to the evicted party.
Yashovardhan Birla v. Cecil Webber Engineering Ltd
The Delhi High Court quashed proceedings against a non-executive Director under section 141 NI Act, holding that mere designation without control over day-to-day affairs does not attract criminal liability for dishonoured cheques.
Sunil Kumar v. Ankur Jain and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Trial Court to expeditiously dispose of pending contempt and related applications, dispensing with notice to non-appearing respondents.
Jitender Ahlawat v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to take a reasoned decision on the petitioner's claim for joining as Havaldar under the meritorious sportsman scheme and communicate the same within a stipulated time, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.
Jagbir Singh Malik v. Energy Infrastructure India Ltd.
The Delhi High Court upheld that an employee performing managerial legal duties and enrolled as an advocate is not a 'workman' under the Industrial Disputes Act, and thus not entitled to protections against termination under the Act.
Vishal @ Johny v. State (NCT of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application and held that a plea of guilt cannot be accepted after charges are framed and trial has commenced, especially in a grave offence involving conspiracy and contract killing.
Yudhvvir Chhikara v. Priyanka
The Delhi High Court held that a Family Court must decide an application under Section 12 of the Guardians and Wards Act on merits without deferring it due to pending contempt proceedings.
Rajasthan Equestrian Association v. Shri SPS Tomar
The Delhi High Court directed immediate elections for the Equestrian Federation of India, upholding the Ministry's conditional exemptions under the Sports Code while emphasizing democratic governance and judicial oversight.
Master Dipansh Rawat v. The Baptist Convent Senior Secondary School & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition seeking re-examination for a detained Class XI student, holding that CBSE rules do not permit re-examination and detention was justified based on academic performance.
Dr Surender Kumar v. Union of India & Anr
The Delhi High Court directed the competent authority to decide the petitioner's application for Grade Pay under the DACP scheme within six weeks, ensuring timely administrative action.
Sonika Kumari & Ors. v. Devastotra Poddar & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the setting aside of appointments of contractual employees to the post of Assistant Director (Technical) for non-fulfillment of mandatory experience criteria under statutory recruitment rules, holding that only the Central Government can relax such qualifications.
Mahesh Kumar v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed the writ petition and set aside the cancellation of appointment of a police sub-inspector who was acquitted in a criminal case, directing reconsideration of his appointment based on truthful disclosure and proper appreciation of acquittal.
Prof Sabiha Hussain v. Jamia Milia Islamia
The Delhi High Court held that temporary appointments under a UGC scheme do not entitle incumbents to automatic regularization without a fresh, constitutionally compliant selection process.
Poonam v. Suraj Pal
The Delhi High Court upheld and clarified maintenance and property attachment orders under the Domestic Violence Act, directing payment of arrears and protecting the matrimonial home occupied by the petitioner and children.