Delhi High Court
29,724 judgments
Bhoomi Adhijan Collector v. Jai Prakash Yogi
The Supreme Court clarified that under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Land Acquisition Act, acquisition is deemed valid only if both possession and award were completed before the Act's commencement, overruling earlier precedent and setting conditions for deemed acquisition.
Indore Development Authority v. Manoharlal & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that land acquisition under the 2013 Act lapses only if both possession is not taken and compensation is not paid before the cut-off date, allowing the appeal and setting aside the High Court's declaration of lapse.
Union of India and Ors. v. BWO Bijan Kumar Ghosh
The Delhi High Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal’s grant of disability pension for Primary Hypertension, affirming the presumption of service connection absent contrary proof and limiting writ review to jurisdictional errors.
Hardik Kapoor v. Bar Council of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that the Bar Council of India exclusively prescribes advocates' dress code and directed a uniform dress code for law interns across Delhi, setting aside a local Bar Association's conflicting circular.
Rohit Kumar & Anr. v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed junior Kabaddi players to participate in the World Championship, holding that minor injuries and vague medical advice do not justify last-minute exclusion from representing India.
Pr. Commissioner of Income Tax-7 v. OM Nanotech Pvt Ltd.
The Delhi High Court held that the definition of “services” under the SEZ Act applies to Section 10AA deductions, allowing trading units importing for re-export to claim tax benefits.
Mohit Dhawan & Ors. v. The State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC arising from a matrimonial dispute based on an amicable settlement and mutual divorce under Section 13-B of the Hindu Marriage Act.
Central Bureau of Investigation v. K K Gupta & Ors.
The Delhi High Court condoned a 119-day delay in filing a petition by the CBI, emphasizing a liberal and pragmatic approach to condonation of delay when sufficient cause is shown.
Anshul Garg and Others v. The State and Another
The Delhi High Court quashed two FIRs arising from a neighborly dispute after the parties amicably settled their differences, exercising its inherent power under Section 482 CrPC.
Amit Sharma and Others v. The State and Another
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC arising from matrimonial disputes based on an amicable settlement and divorce decree, exercising inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C.
National Highways Authority of India v. Patel-KNR(JV)
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging an arbitral award as barred by limitation, holding the initial defective filing to be non-est and the subsequent re-filing beyond the condonable delay.
BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd v. Dwarka Parshad
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of delay in filing written statement due to non-supply of vital documents, imposing compensatory costs and directing the trial court to accept the defence.
Devendra Kumar & Ors. v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed removal of encroachments by a Mandir and Masjid on public land for pedestrian pathway widening, balancing public interest with religious reverence and directing replacement facilities without penalties.
Shri Shaik Ziaul Hakim v. Delhi Development Authority
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking injunction against demolition of government land held under forged documents, affirming that no title passes through forged conveyance and that notices to vendees suffice as legal notice under the DDA Act.
Astral Ltd v. Ashirvad Pipes Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court dismissed the plaintiff's interim injunction application, holding that the plaintiff failed to establish exclusive rights over the laudatory term 'PRO' and no likelihood of confusion arose from the defendant's use of 'CPVC FLOWPRO' alongside its distinctive house mark.
Anil Dutt Sharma v. Government of N.C.T. of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal challenging orders dismissing a writ and review petition concerning unauthorized constructions, affirming the narrow scope of review and the need for compliance with procedural directions.
Ram Prakash v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed respondents to consider the petitioner's pro rata pension claim under the latest policy and pass a reasoned order, disposing of the petition with liberty to approach appropriate forums if aggrieved.
M/S Well Protect Manpower Services Pvt. Ltd. v. Delhi Development Authority & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed a three-year debarment order against a security services contractor for failure to provide PSARA training certificates due to violation of natural justice, allowing fresh proceedings with proper notice.
V.P.S. Tomar v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the constitutionality and validity of the modified merit-based Flexible Complementing Scheme for promotion of scientific officers, dismissing the petitioner's challenge of arbitrariness and discrimination.
Shailesh & Ors. v. The State of NCT Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed two FIRs arising from a property dispute based on an amicable settlement between the parties under its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.