Delhi High Court
61,224 judgments
Mahinder Singh and Ors. v. The State and Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 452, 325, 506, and 34 IPC based on an amicable settlement between neighbors, exercising inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process and promote social harmony.
M/S Lintas India Pvt. Ltd. v. M/S Prasar Bharti
The Delhi High Court condoned a 43-day delay in entering appearance in a summary suit under Order 37 CPC, holding that bona fide administrative lapses and ignorance of procedural timelines constitute sufficient cause for relief to ensure substantial justice.
Isha v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that compulsory COVID-19 vaccination cannot be mandated by employers as it violates fundamental rights unless proportionate, and allowed the petitioner to seek service benefits for forced absence due to non-vaccination.
Gaurav v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging recruitment results for SI (Vehicle Mechanic) in the SC category as infructuous since the vacancy was filled, but allowed consideration of the petitioner if the selected candidate fails to join subject to medical fitness.
Safdar Ali v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi)
Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the accused in a serious rape case after considering the completed investigation, trustworthiness of evidence, and risk factors, imposing strict conditions to safeguard the trial process.
Blackstone Capital Partners (Singapore) VI FDI Three Pte. Ltd. v. Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Circle
The Delhi High Court quashed the reassessment order under Section 148A(d) of the Income Tax Act for failure to consider the capital nature of the transaction and directed de novo proceedings with a personal hearing.
The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Azad Singh
The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal against acquittal in a rash and negligent driving case, holding that prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
M/S V AND A SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. v. INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND AUTHORITY & ORS.
The Delhi High Court upheld the IEPFA's authority to hold unclaimed shares under the Companies Act, directed facilitation of investor claims, and recommended enhanced transparency measures.
State of NCT of Delhi v. Asgar Ali
The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of the accused in a Section 304 IPC case, holding that the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt and the trial court's judgment was not perverse.
Sh. Islam Khan & Ors. v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court held that non-recovery of a journey ticket does not conclusively negate a bona fide passenger's claim for compensation under the Railways Act and remanded the matter for compensation award.
Barasat Krishnagar Expressways Ltd v. National Highways Authority of India
The Delhi High Court held that delay alone does not justify substituting the Arbitral Tribunal and granted a two-month extension for pronouncement of the Award under Section 29A of the Arbitration Act.
State of NCT of Delhi v. Shiv Narain Chaudhary
The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal against acquittal in a rash and negligent driving case, upholding that the prosecution failed to prove criminal negligence beyond reasonable doubt.
The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Kavita
The Delhi High Court upheld the discharge of the sister-in-law accused under Sections 498A and 304B IPC due to lack of specific allegations at the charge framing stage.
Ajay Bajpai v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court set aside the rejection of a land acquisition claimant's application for an alternative plot due to procedural lapses and clarified eligibility criteria regarding urban property ownership.
M/S CHABBRAS ASSOCIATES v. M/S HSCC INDIA LIMITED & ANR
The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition for appointment of arbitrator as premature for non-compliance with the contractually mandated multi-tier dispute resolution procedure prior to arbitration.
Sunil Kumar Chandra v. M/S Spire Techpark Pvt Ltd
Delhi High Court held that the arbitration clause designating New Delhi as the seat prevails over conflicting jurisdiction clause, appointed sole arbitrator, and asserted its jurisdiction under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Sanjay Kalra v. State
The Delhi High Court held that inherent powers under Section 151 CPC cannot be used to recall a consent-based order or unsettle a family settlement absent exceptional circumstances, dismissing the petitioner's application as an abuse of process.
Bhakti Biswas v. Raisina Bengali School Sr Sec and Ors & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed release of employment benefits to the petitioner despite internal disputes over the Head of School appointment, emphasizing that rightful dues cannot be withheld on such grounds.
G.K. Choksi and Co. v. The Principal Commissioner of Income Tax, Central -3 & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner auditor is entitled to interest at 7% per annum on delayed audit fees paid after an inordinate delay of over four years, exercising equitable jurisdiction in absence of statutory provision.
M/S SHYAMJEE PREPAID SERVICES v. M/S TOP STEELS AND MRS. RENU DEVI & ANR
The Delhi High Court held that dissolution of a partnership firm does not bar invocation of arbitration under Section 11 of the Arbitration Act, and orders appointing arbitrators are not ordinarily reviewable except for procedural errors.