Delhi High Court
36,653 judgments
Madhusudhana P.S. v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging medical disqualification for army admission, holding that medical board findings in accordance with the Medical Manual are final and review is discretionary, not a right.
Brij Mohan Garg & Ors. v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed FIR No. 105/2020 and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between the parties, exercising its power under Section 482 CrPC.
M/S ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD. v. M/S ACE FOOTMARK PVT. LTD.
Delhi High Court upheld most of the arbitral award in an insurance claim dispute, except setting aside the award's treatment of excess/deductible, emphasizing limited judicial interference and that discharge vouchers signed under duress do not discharge contracts.
Karmodaya Charitable Trust v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that exemptions under the FCRA are discretionary government powers and directed the petitioner to approach the competent authority for relief instead of seeking judicial directions.
NARENDRA KUMAR GUPTA v. STATE OF NCT OF DELHI
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Section 25 Arms Act for unconscious possession of a single live cartridge by a licensed arms holder, holding no offence was made out.
M/S CLEAR SECURED SERVICES (P) LTD v. SANTOSH KUMAR MEHTA
The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal to record a lawful settlement for Rs.10 lakhs as full and final compensation under the Employees Compensation Act, modifying the earlier award accordingly.
Nazia Praveen v. Government of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL seeking judicial directions on COVID-19 vaccination policy, holding that vaccine prioritization and policy formulation are executive functions beyond judicial interference.
Sandeep Bhardwaj v. Ministry of Housing and Urban Development & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging DDA's conversion charges Notification, holding that a businessman pursuing a private grievance cannot maintain a PIL lacking public interest.
Rakesh Saxena v. Govt of NCT of Delhi & Ors.
Delhi High Court directed the government to consider a doctor's offer to operate a hospital during the Covid-19 pandemic despite ongoing insolvency proceedings, emphasizing public interest and expeditious decision-making.
Seema Ahlawat @ Pinki & Ors. v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed FIR No.106/2020 and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between the parties who no longer wished to prosecute.
Dhirender Kumar Singh v. South Delhi Municipal Corporation
The Delhi High Court held that an administrative order dismissing a representation must contain reasons addressing the contentions raised and remitted the matter for fresh consideration after hearing the petitioner.
Raghuvir Buildcon Pvt. Ltd. v. Ircon International Limited
The Delhi High Court upheld the arbitrator's jurisdiction to adjudicate disputes existing at the time of referral, excluding claims arising solely from contract termination post-referral, emphasizing minimal judicial interference under Section 37(2)(a) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Mayank Wadhwa v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL seeking disclosure of foreign COVID-19 vaccine approval details, holding that writ jurisdiction cannot be used to bypass statutory remedies like the RTI Act.
Pr. Commissioner of Income Tax-8 v. Sony Mobile Communications India Pvt. Ltd.
The Delhi High Court upheld that assessment orders passed in the name of a non-existent company post-merger are void ab initio and not curable under Section 292B of the Income Tax Act, dismissing the Revenue's appeals.
Shweta Singh Huria & Ors. v. Santosh Huria & Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal, set aside the Trial Court's preliminary decree, and remanded the matter for fresh consideration of insurance policy claims under the amended Section 39 of the Insurance Act, 1938.
Dr Indraneel Mittra v. New Delhi Municipal Council
The Delhi High Court set aside an assessment order relying on a previously quashed notice and remitted the matter for fresh consideration after considering objections and tenancy documents.
Nandan Puri v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court granted interim bail to a young accused apprehended for robbery and assault, emphasizing his right to continue education subject to strict bail conditions.
Pradeep Malik & Ors. v. NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed two FIRs arising from a conflict after the parties amicably settled their dispute, holding that continuing prosecution would serve no useful purpose.
RKKR Foundation v. National Faceless Assessment Centre Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an assessment order passed without granting a personal hearing after the assessee’s request for extension was ignored, emphasizing the mandatory nature of natural justice in faceless assessment proceedings.
Central Warehousing Corporation v. Govt. of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that CWC's replacement of contractors without retaining existing workmen or Tribunal approval violated Section 33 of the Industrial Disputes Act, mandating maintenance of status quo pending adjudication.