Delhi High Court
74,231 judgments
United India Insurance Co. Ltd v. Farida Sarosh Poonawala & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the award of compensation in a motor accident claim, affirming a liberal interpretation of dependants under the Motor Vehicles Act and the tribunal's salary computation based on documentary evidence.
Sukrita Bajaj v. Sundeep Sehgal
The Delhi High Court dismissed belated objections by the judgment debtor against attachment and sale of property in execution proceedings, holding that undue delay bars such objections under Order XXI Rule 58 CPC.
Nirmal Kumar Mitra v. Tata Capital Financial Services Limited
The Delhi High Court held that a pre-deposit condition imposed by the appellate tribunal cannot be enforced against a non-appellant mortgager, setting aside the dismissal of the petitioner’s securitisation application and protecting his right to adjudication.
Rakesh Choubey v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed authorities to expeditiously consider and decide the petitioner’s pending complaints of corruption and money laundering within 16 weeks, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.
IONS FILTECH PVT LTD v. COMMISSIONER OF VAT & ANR.
The Delhi High Court directed the tax authorities to decide the petitioner’s refund claim under the DVAT Act with interest, adhering to the principle of unjust enrichment, within eight weeks.
Huawei Telecommunications (India) Co. Pvt. Ltd. & Anr. v. Wipro Limited
Delhi High Court held that it has jurisdiction to appoint an arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration Act, and that the petition filed within limitation period seeking arbitration appointment is maintainable despite respondent's objections.
Afzal Ahmed v. State
The Delhi High Court set aside the trial court's premature issuance of non-bailable warrants and ordered the petitioner's release, emphasizing cautious exercise of discretion to protect personal liberty.
Rohit Kumar v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court set aside a cryptic order rejecting compassionate appointment and directed fresh reasoned consideration in accordance with DoP&T guidelines.
Manmod Shankar v. LIC of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the workman’s application seeking promotion and monetary benefits after reinstatement without back wages was upheld, directing claims to be pursued before the appropriate tribunal.
Ex. CPL Bikram Keshari Bhuyan v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed verification and grant of pro rata pension arrears with interest to a petitioner similarly placed as in earlier judgments, subject to verification and preserving appeal rights.
CENTURY 21 REAL ESTATE LLC v. ALCHEMIST LTD & ANR.
The Delhi High Court granted ex parte permanent injunction and damages to Century 21 against former franchisees for trademark infringement and passing off after termination of franchise agreement.
Suleman Abbas & Ors. v. North Delhi Municipal Corporation & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the municipal corporation's removal of unauthorized lockable structures erected by street vendors at Tehbazari sites, affirming that such structures violate licensing conditions and public space usage norms.
M/S TELEONE CONSUMERS PRODUCT PRIVATE LIMITED v. REGIONAL P.F. COMMISSIONER I, DELHI, NORTH
Delhi High Court reduced the pre-deposit under Section 7-O of the EPF Act from 30% to Rs. 25 lakhs, holding that employers cannot be made liable for employees’ contribution retrospectively and that pre-deposit conditions are subject to judicial discretion.
Dr Karunakar Patra v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed a maliciously instituted FIR under Sections 354A and 506 IPC against a petitioner, emphasizing the sparing exercise of inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of the legal process.
Nirmala v. State
The Delhi High Court granted bail to accused in a cheating case involving a disputed property transaction, subject to restitution and strict conditions ensuring cooperation with investigation.
Pankaj Singh v. State (NCT of Delhi) and Anr.
The Delhi High Court disposed of the appeal by accepting a settlement wherein the petitioner agreed to vacate possession and pay use charges, resolving the tenancy dispute without adjudicating substantive rights.
Usha Rani v. Anil Singh Kushwah
The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court’s dismissal of a petition alleging violation of a status quo order, holding that renovation is not prohibited absent explicit injunction and that uncorroborated evidence is insufficient to prove breach under Order XXXIX Rule 2A CPC.
Devendra v. NDMC
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition seeking compassionate appointment due to inordinate delay and laches in approaching the Court despite prior knowledge and recommendation.
Nawab Singh v. Sudesh Devi
The Delhi High Court upheld the interim maintenance order directing the husband to pay Rs.27,000 per month to the wife and children under the DV Act, affirming the method of income estimation and equitable division of family resources.
Satish Chand v. Deputy Commissioner North West
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking allotment of an alternative plot, holding that only land losers without residential property on the date of acquisition award are eligible under the rehabilitation policy.