Delhi High Court
95,726 judgments
The National Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Smt. Sanjaida & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the compensation awarded under the Employees’ Compensation Act for an employee murdered while performing employment duties, holding such death arises out of and in the course of employment and dismissing the insurer's appeal.
Deepak Kapoor v. Principal Commissioner of Income Tax-2, New Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that reopening of income tax assessment on the ground of mere change of opinion regarding valuation and expenses is impermissible, setting aside the reassessment notice issued under Section 148 of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Neha Datta v. Capitol Art House Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal challenging the trial court's refusal to admit a CD as evidence due to unexplained delay, upholding the trial court's discretion to prevent undue trial delay.
Dr. Suboohi Irshad and Ors. v. Govt. of NCT Delhi and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Tribunal to expedite disposal of the petition challenging UNANI Assistant Professor recruitment and extended interim protection against implementation of results till then.
Brijesh Gupta v. Saroj Gupta
The Delhi High Court held that an attorney holder can file and verify pleadings and instruct counsel on behalf of a party, and that pleadings containing facts within an attorney's knowledge do not warrant striking out under Order VI Rule 16 CPC, while remanding procedural applications for fresh consideration.
Shubham Sharma v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed a petitioner disqualified for a tattoo on the saluting hand to remove it and undergo fresh medical examination for appointment in armed forces.
Suresh Kumar v. CP & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the dismissal of a police constable for corruption, affirming limited judicial interference in departmental enquiries where findings are supported by tangible evidence and proper procedure is followed.
M/S PAM COSMETICS AND GLASSES PVT. LTD v. VEIRA PERSONALCARE PVT LTD
The Delhi High Court held that a change in the respondent company's name does not invalidate a Section 21 notice and appointed an arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, referring the dispute to arbitration.
Mahender Chawla v. State
Bail was denied to the accused in a large-scale cheating and misappropriation case due to the gravity of offences and risk of absconding despite prolonged custody and completed investigation.
Delhi Transport Corporation v. Suraj Mal
The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Court's award reinstating the employee with 50% back wages, holding that back wages are discretionary and the 'No work No pay' principle does not apply to illegal termination.
The New India Assurance Co. Ltd. v. Lokesh Gupta & Ors.
The Delhi High Court modified a motor accident compensation award by reducing the future prospects addition from 50% to 40% in line with Supreme Court precedent, allowing the insurer's appeal in part.
Pankaj Saini v. State and Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that valid school and matriculation records conclusively determine the victim's age, negating the need for an ossification test under the POCSO Act.
VIDYADHARI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION v. NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR TEACHER EDUCATION & ANR.
The Delhi High Court upheld the withdrawal of recognition of a B.Ed. college by NCTE for non-compliance with built-up area norms, invalid building completion certificate, and faculty qualification requirements under applicable regulations.
MS AMAN ENGINEERING WORKS v. REGISTRAR TRADE MARKS, TRADE MARKS REGISTRY, NEW DELHI & ANR.
The Delhi High Court held that the Registrar of Trade Marks cannot condone delay beyond the prescribed period under Rule 119 of the Trade Marks Rules, 2017, and set aside orders allowing review applications filed after 16-17 years as barred by limitation.
Avery Dennison Corporation v. Controller of Patents and Designs
The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal and set aside the Controller's refusal of a patent for a 'Notched Fastener', holding that the invention involves a non-obvious inventive step and merits patent grant.
Bell Finvest India Limited & Ors. v. A U Small Finance Bank Limited
The Delhi High Court held that disputes between a financial institution borrower and a bank lender under the SARFAESI Act are non-arbitrable and dismissed the petition seeking appointment of an arbitrator under section 11 of the Arbitration Act.
Welcome Shoes Private Limited v. Retro Footwears Pvt. Ltd. and Anr.
The Delhi High Court recorded an amicable settlement in a trademark dispute involving 'PURE' and 'WELCOME' marks, disposing of the suit and connected petitions with binding undertakings and withdrawal of impugned trademark applications.
Axis Trustee Services Limited v. Brij Bhushan Singal & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that insolvency proceedings against personal guarantors of a corporate debtor lie before the NCLT and the interim moratorium under Section 96 of the IBC stays pending suits against such guarantors from the date of filing the insolvency application.
M/S ICICI LOMBARD GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD v. SAROJ GAUTAM & ORS
The Delhi High Court dismissed the insurer’s appeal under Section 30 of the Employees’ Compensation Act, upholding the award of death compensation based on admitted employer-employee relationship and valid insurance coverage.
Ajay Kumar Mittal v. UOI & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that philatelic exhibits over 75 years old qualify as antiquities under the Antiquities and Art Treasures Act, 1972, and are subject to export regulations and guidelines applicable to antiquities.