Delhi High Court
94,906 judgments
Dr. Ruchi Rani Singh v. The University of Delhi and Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed a one-time three months extension for the petitioner to join as Assistant Professor at University of Delhi, emphasizing the exceptional facts and non-precedential nature of the relief.
Mahanagar Gas Limited v. Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board and Others
The Delhi High Court granted interim relief restraining recovery under a PNGRB tariff order due to conflict of interest in the appellate tribunal and directed the government to appoint additional technical members to ensure effective appellate remedy.
Prem Kumar & Anr. v. State & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR under Sections 289, 323, 337, and 34 IPC based on an amicable settlement between neighbors, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.
Amita Shukla v. Madan Lal Arora
The Delhi High Court held that the plea of res-judicata cannot be a ground for rejection of the plaint under Order VII Rule 11 CPC without full trial, restoring the suit for partition of one-third share in the ground floor property.
Brijesh Gupta v. Saroj Gupta
The Delhi High Court upheld its interpretation that 'unnecessary' pleadings under Order VI Rule 16 CPC must be read in context with 'scandalous, frivolous or vexatious' pleadings applying noscitur a sociis and ejusdem generis, and that pleadings by a general attorney are valid pleadings under the CPC.
Yogesh Parihar v. Delhi Technological University & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the university's decision imposing stringent punishment on a student found involved in sharing exam questions and answers via WhatsApp, emphasizing the need to maintain strict examination discipline.
Abhishek Kumar v. State
The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the petitioner accused of dowry death, emphasizing the need for proximate evidence of cruelty soon before death and considering the deceased's mental illness and investigation status.
Vicky Singh v. State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) and Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR under Sections 498-A, 406, and 34 IPC arising from matrimonial disputes based on a genuine settlement between the parties, affirming the High Court's inherent power under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process.
Mahesh Yadav v. Ghanshyam
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging eviction under bonafide necessity, stayed the eviction order till 31.05.2023 subject to the tenant's undertaking to vacate and clear dues.
Nasir Khan & Ors v. The State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors
The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR under Sections 323, 354, 506, 509, and 34 IPC based on an amicable settlement between neighbors, exercising its inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and promote social harmony.
Deepak @ Hariom & Ors. v. The State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR under Sections 498A, 406 IPC and Dowry Prohibition Act arising from a matrimonial dispute based on a genuine settlement and mutual divorce.
Montblanc-Simplo GmbH v. M/S Jai Lakshman & Ors.
The Delhi High Court granted summary judgment in favor of Montblanc, holding retail sellers liable for trademark infringement and passing off for selling counterfeit goods bearing plaintiff's registered trademarks.
Ujjwal Gupta & Anr. v. State (GNCTD) & Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld the framing of charges under Sections 498A, 304B, 302, and 34 IPC against the petitioners, ruling that a prima facie case existed and no interference was warranted at the charge framing stage.
Yves Saint Laurent v. Brompton Lifestyle Brands Private Limited & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that Brompton, lacking authorization under the terminated franchise agreement, infringed YSL's trademarks and refused to refer the dispute to arbitration, granting interim injunction in favor of YSL.
Surya Day Private Limited v. NTPC Limited
The Delhi High Court held that NTPC's three-year banning order against Surya Day Private Limited was disproportionate and based on suspicion without adequate inquiry, restricting the ban to the period already elapsed and emphasizing the need for speaking orders and proportionality in banning decisions.
Pratima Kumari v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to decide the petitioner's pending representation challenging her deinduction from the Central Weightlifting Team within a stipulated time, without setting aside the impugned orders.
M/S. HIMLAND HOUSING PVT. LTD. v. M/S. OMBIR PANWAR & CO.
The Delhi High Court held that a plaint cannot be rejected at the threshold under Order 7 Rule 11 CPC merely on the ground of alleged non-registration of a partnership firm under Section 69 of the Partnership Act, as this is a triable issue requiring evidence.
Surender Kumar v. Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to decide the petitioner's pending promotion representations within six weeks following his acquittal, emphasizing adherence to established legal principles on promotion after criminal acquittal.
Anjali College of Pharmacy and Science v. Pharmacy Council of India
The Delhi High Court partly allowed the writ petition directing the Pharmacy Council of India to grant approval for the petitioner’s D.Pharm course but upheld rejection of B.Pharm and M.Pharm approvals due to the Principal’s ineligibility under statutory regulations.
Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology v. Govt of NCT Delhi and Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that merit-based restrictions on participation in special offline counseling for admissions do not violate the petitioner's fundamental right under Article 19(1)(g) to run an educational institution.