Delhi High Court

75,670 judgments

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Rajesh Gupta v. Maj. (Retd.) Surendra Kumar Hooda and Another

16 Nov 2021 · Prathiba M. Singh · 2021:DHC:3701

The Delhi High Court dismissed the second appeal upholding the decree for possession against the tenant's son, holding that tenancy rights do not succeed beyond one year after the original tenant's death under the Delhi Rent Control Act.

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Mohan Kumar Jha v. State of NCT of Delhi

16 Nov 2021 · Subramonium Prasad · 2021:DHC:3679

The Delhi High Court granted bail to accused involved in illegal supply of Remdesivir injections during COVID-19, emphasizing that bail denial cannot be based solely on offence magnitude when evidence is documentary and no risk of tampering exists.

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Mohan Kumar Jha v. State of NCT of Delhi

16 Nov 2021 · Subramonium Prasad · 2021:DHC:3677

Delhi High Court granted bail to accused involved in illegal supply of fake Remdesivir injections during COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing that gravity of offence alone cannot deny bail when evidence is documentary and charge-sheet filed.

criminal appeal_allowed Significant bail Remdesivir injections COVID-19 pandemic essential commodities

Lakshmi Bhavya Tanneeru v. Union of India & Ors.

16 Nov 2021 · Rajiv Shakdher; Talwant Singh · 2021:DHC:3675-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside the refusal of the West Bengal government to grant no objection for an IAS officer's inter-cadre transfer on grounds of marriage, holding that such refusal without cogent reasons violates her fundamental right to family life under Article 21.

administrative appeal_allowed Significant inter-cadre transfer Indian Administrative Service Rule 5(2) IAS Cadre Rules 1954 no objection certificate

Bhupender Singh @ Bhuttan v. State (NCT of Delhi)

16 Nov 2021 · Subramonium Prasad · 2021:DHC:3682

The Delhi High Court dismissed bail to the petitioner involved in a conspiracy aiding the escape of a notorious undertrial, emphasizing the gravity of the offence and risk of tampering with evidence.

criminal petition_dismissed Significant bail under Section 439 CrPC conspiracy to aid escape undertrial prisoner escape disclosure statement Section 161 CrPC

Dr. J. Thulaseedhara Kurup v. National School of Drama

16 Nov 2021 · Jyoti Singh · 2021:DHC:3693
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The Delhi High Court held that while a candidate recommended in a selection panel does not have an indefeasible right to appointment, the State must act fairly and not arbitrarily, and delayed or mala fide refusal to appoint can be judicially reviewed and remedied.

administrative petition_allowed Significant appointment selection panel indefeasible right DoPT O.M. 30.07.2007

A. S. Senthi Vadivel v. Union of India

16 Nov 2021 · V. Kameswar Rao · 2021:DHC:3687

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging refusal to relieve an officer promoted to a higher pay scale for deputation to a lower pay scale post, holding the refusal and cancellation of offer valid under the applicable Office Memorandum and eligibility rules.

administrative petition_dismissed Significant deputation higher pay scale lower pay scale Office Memorandum 2010

Mohan Kumar Jha v. State of NCT of Delhi

16 Nov 2021 · Subramonium Prasad · 2021:DHC:3680

The Delhi High Court granted bail to accused involved in illegal supply of Remdesivir injections during COVID-19, holding that the nature of offence alone cannot deny bail where evidence is documentary and no risk of tampering or absconding exists.

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Mohan Kumar Jha v. State of NCT of Delhi

16 Nov 2021 · Subramonium Prasad · 2021:DHC:3678

The Delhi High Court granted bail to accused involved in illegal supply and forgery of Remdesivir injections during COVID-19, holding that the nature of offence alone cannot deny bail when evidence is documentary and no risk of tampering is shown.

criminal appeal_allowed Significant bail Remdesivir injections COVID-19 pandemic forgery

Jai Kumar Goel v. State of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

16 Nov 2021 · Subramonium Prasad · 2021:DHC:3683

The Delhi High Court dismissed the application to recall anticipatory bail granted to the petitioner in a property fraud case, holding no violation of settlement terms or bail conditions, and directed an inquiry into alleged fabrication of judicial documents by the complainant.

criminal appeal_dismissed Significant anticipatory bail settlement agreement cancellation of bail Section 482 Cr.P.C.

Rajesh Kumar & Ors. v. Director General, ESIC and Ors.

16 Nov 2021 · Rajiv Shakdher; Talwant Singh · 2021:DHC:3700-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the Tribunal's interlocutory order staying promotions to Radiographer pending final adjudication, holding no interference was warranted at the interim stage.

administrative appeal_dismissed interlocutory order Central Administrative Tribunal Departmental Promotion Committee Radiographer promotion

TRF Ltd. v. The Indure Private Limited & Anr.

16 Nov 2021 · Sanjeev Narula · 2021:DHC:3696
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The Delhi High Court held that unconditional bank guarantees must be honored on demand unless egregious fraud or special equities are proven, dismissing TRF Ltd.'s petitions seeking stay of invocation against The Indure Private Limited.

civil petition_dismissed Significant bank guarantee unconditional bank guarantee stay of invocation egregious fraud

Neeta Bhardwaj & Ors. v. Kamlesh Sharma

15 Nov 2021 · Prathiba M. Singh · 2021:DHC:3667

The Delhi High Court directed removal of unauthorized encroachments at Kalkaji Mandir, mandated police and civic cooperation, and ordered provision of essential facilities to ensure proper management and sanctity of the temple premises.

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Neeta Bhardwaj & Ors. v. Kamlesh Sharma

15 Nov 2021 · Prathiba M. Singh · 2021:DHC:3665

The Delhi High Court directed removal of unauthorized encroachments at Kalkaji Mandir, mandated cooperation of all authorities including DDA, and issued comprehensive directions for temple management, law and order, and redevelopment fund administration.

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Neeta Bhardwaj & Ors. v. Kamlesh Sharma

15 Nov 2021 · Prathiba M. Singh · 2021:DHC:3666

The Delhi High Court directed removal of unauthorized encroachments at Kalkaji Mandir, mandated police and civic cooperation, and issued comprehensive administrative and infrastructural directions to ensure proper management and safety of the temple premises.

administrative other Significant Kalkaji Mandir unauthorized encroachment tehbazari license Court-appointed Administrator

ULTRA MEGA POWER PVT LTD v. HBL POWER SYSTEMS LIMITED

15 Nov 2021 · C. Hari Shankar · 2021:DHC:3610

The Delhi High Court appointed an arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to resolve the dispute between the parties and allowed condonation of delay in re-filing the petition.

arbitration appeal_allowed Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 Section 11(6) Section 12(2) Appointment of arbitrator

ELI LILLY AND COMPANY & ORS. v. BRYAN PHARMACEUTICALS & ORS.

15 Nov 2021 · C. Hari Shankar · 2021:DHC:3611

The Delhi High Court disposed of the suit against Defendant No. 11 after accepting their undertaking not to market Baricitinib for unauthorized indications, finding no cause of action survived.

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Nikesh Bidhuri and Ors. v. State of NCT of Delhi and Ors.

15 Nov 2021 · Manoj Kumar Ohri · 2021:DHC:3673
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The High Court set aside an order allowing recall of a witness under Section 311 Cr.P.C. for failure to record reasons, emphasizing that judicial orders must contain reasons to demonstrate application of mind.

criminal appeal_allowed Significant Section 311 Cr.P.C. recall of witness recording of reasons application of mind

Neeta Bhardwaj & Ors. v. Kamlesh Sharma

15 Nov 2021 · Prathiba M. Singh · 2021:DHC:3635

The Delhi High Court directed removal of unauthorized encroachments in Kalkaji Mandir, mandated police and civic cooperation for temple management, and issued comprehensive administrative directions to ensure devotees' safety and facility maintenance.

administrative appeal_allowed Significant Kalkaji Mandir unauthorized encroachment temple management police deployment

Neeta Bhardwaj & Ors. v. Kamlesh Sharma

15 Nov 2021 · Prathiba M. Singh · 2021:DHC:3627

The Delhi High Court directed removal of unauthorized encroachments at Kalkaji Mandir, mandated police cooperation and rotation, ensured administrative and infrastructural improvements, and affirmed all authorities' compliance with its orders.

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