Delhi High Court
60,340 judgments
Jolly Singh v. The State
The Delhi High Court held that police cannot transfer investigation outside jurisdiction after a Magistrate orders investigation under Section 156(3) CrPC, quashing the transfer of investigation from Delhi to Noida.
M/S. Aryan Biological Corporation v. M/S. Vishwakarma Metal Box
The Delhi High Court quashed a complaint under section 138 NI Act for dishonour of cheques due to an invalid demand notice that failed to specifically demand the cheque amount as required by law.
Sadiq alias Sahil v. State of NCT Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of an accused involved in violent riots, holding that active participation supported by video evidence and distinct culpability preclude bail despite parity claims.
Ehsaas Filling Station v. Indian Oil Corporation Ltd
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging suspension and termination notices under a dealership agreement, emphasizing arbitration and contractual compliance.
Shri Ram General Insurance Co Ltd v. Aditya Kishore Chaturvedi & Ors.
Delhi High Court allowed insurer's appeal setting aside motor accident claim award due to lack of proof of rash and negligent driving and contradictions in claimant's evidence.
Monu v. Secretary-General, NHRC
The Delhi High Court held that the limitation period for filing complaints before the NHRC under the Protection of Human Rights Act is extended due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and remanded the matter for fresh consideration.
Anheuser Busch Inbev India Ltd. v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that leftover liquor stock from an expired license under the old excise policy must be disposed of or transferred in accordance with Rule 56 of the Delhi Excise Rules, 2010, permitting the petitioner manufacturer to lawfully receive and sell such stock under the new excise policy.
Shammi Sehgal v. Ridhima Kruch
The Delhi High Court upheld the Family Court's interim maintenance order and held that a privately executed mutual divorce agreement without court sanction has no legal effect.
Subhash Chandra Agarwal v. Planet Media Services Ltd & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that a promoter director, even if non-executive, can be held liable under section 141 of the NI Act for dishonour of cheques issued by the company during his tenure, dismissing the petition to quash summoning orders.
Delhi State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Ltd v. C & S Electric Ltd
The Delhi High Court held that change in shareholding of a lessee company does not amount to transfer of leasehold property and thus does not attract liability to pay unearned increase value under the conversion policy.
Arjun Vishnu Kirpalani v. The State of NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court granted probate of a duly executed and uncontested will dated 11th June 2020 to the petitioner as sole beneficiary and executor under the Indian Succession Act, 1925.
Atelier Automobiles Private Limited and Ors. v. M/S Religare Finvest Limited
The Delhi High Court held that unilateral appointment of a sole arbitrator by a party interested in the dispute is impermissible, terminated the arbitrator's mandate, and appointed a substitute arbitrator under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Raj Karan Proprietor M/s Agro Food Beverages v. Sudesh Bhatia
The Delhi High Court granted the tenant six months' extension to vacate leased premises post-lease expiry subject to payment of rent arrears and an undertaking, disposing of the appeal by consent.
Gaurav Garg & Anr. v. Girdhar Gopal Gupta & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's refusal to compel production of documents not in the respondents' possession, dismissing the petition seeking such directions.
Babuji Sahu v. The State (Govt. of NCT Delhi)
The Delhi High Court granted interim bail on medical grounds to an accused suffering from advanced piles, subject to strict conditions to ensure trial attendance and prevent interference.
Arushi Setia @ Arushi Sethia v. State (GNCT of Delhi) & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 279 and 338 IPC based on an amicable settlement and the complainant's voluntary no-objection statement.
ADM Agro Industries Private Limited v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax Circle 1-1, Delhi
The Delhi High Court set aside the reassessment notice issued under Section 148 of the Income Tax Act for AY 2014-15 due to non-application of mind and remitted the matter for de novo consideration with directions for personal hearing.
Aditya Chaturvedi v. State GNCT of Delhi and Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Section 509 IPC based on an amicable settlement between neighbors, exercising its inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
Tewatia Construction Pvt Ltd v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that claims challenging breach and liability for delay under a contract's compensation clause are arbitrable and must be referred to the appointed arbitrator, limiting judicial interference at the pre-reference stage.
Bharat & Anr. v. The State (NCT of Delhi) and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the State to provide security to petitioners facing threats from relatives, affirming the State's duty to protect life and liberty under Article 21.