Delhi High Court
36,659 judgments
Cement Manufacturers Association & Ors. v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court restrained coercive enforcement of CPCB's March 2021 SOP on plastic waste management until final Plastic Waste Management Amendment Rules are notified, directing petitioners to comply with existing rules in the interim.
RKKR Foundation v. National Faceless Assessment Centre Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that writ petitions challenging faceless assessment orders passed by authorities in Delhi are maintainable before it regardless of the assessee's location but directed the matter to the Taxation Roster Bench for consideration.
B.M. Sharma v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging denial of promotion to a deputation employee, holding eligibility depends on regular absorption status as on promotion date and emphasizing the need for timely challenge of non-absorption.
M/S KAMDHENU LIMITED v. M/S AASHIANA ROLLING MILLS LTD.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the plaintiff's suit for infringement of a registered design on summary judgment under Order XIII-A CPC, holding the design was not novel and was anticipated by prior published standards.
Rajesh Tyagi v. Jaibir Singh
Delhi High Court approves and extends a Fast Track Scheme enabling resolution of road accident death compensation claims within 10 days through coordinated police, insurance, and tribunal action.
M/S BRIJ SYSTEMS LIMITED v. M/S SATSPACE TEL PVT. LTD.
The Delhi High Court dismissed BSL's petition under Section 34 challenging an arbitral award in favor of STPL, holding that findings of fact and evidence appreciation by the arbitrator are final absent patent illegality.
M/S JANTA ASSOCIATES v. INDIAN OIL FOUNDATION & ANR.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking stay of a contractual show cause notice and direction to secure disputed payments under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, holding that interim reliefs require a clear prima facie case and risk of injustice.
Air Traffic Controllers Guild (India) v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court upheld mandatory random Breath Analyzer Tests for aviation personnel during COVID-19 with safety modifications and directed DGCA to issue comprehensive guidelines balancing health risks and air safety.
National Highways Authority of India v. Bhubaneswar Expressway Private Limited
The Delhi High Court held that delay in filing an appeal under Section 37 of the Arbitration Act can be condoned for sufficient cause including Covid-19 disruptions, and upheld interim relief under Section 9 directing NHAI to deposit termination payment subject to bank guarantee.
M S FAM BHAGAT INFRATECH PVT LTD v. MR. ALOK KUMAR AGARWAL & ORS.
The Delhi High Court held that an arbitration clause granting exclusive appointment rights to one party is invalid, terminated the existing arbitrator's mandate, and appointed a substitute arbitrator to continue the proceedings.
EDELWEISS ASSET RECONSTRUCTION COMPANY LTD v. THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES & ORS.
The Delhi High Court held that filing original documents is not mandatory at the time of filing Original Applications before Debt Recovery Tribunals and directed prioritization of large claim cases for expeditious disposal.
Air Traffic Controllers Guild (India) v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court upheld the necessity of random Breath Analyzer Tests for aviation personnel during COVID-19 with modified safety protocols and mandated comprehensive DGCA guidelines.
Akash Sharma & Ors. v. The State (Govt of NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR arising from a property dispute after the parties amicably settled the matter, holding that continuing criminal proceedings would serve no useful purpose.
MOTHERS PRIDE EDUCATION INSTITUTION PVT.LTD. v. SHUKLA SEHGAL
The High Court held that in commercial suits, the limitation to file a written statement starts from service of summons, and delay beyond 120 days cannot be condoned, but if summons do not notify the commercial nature, the limitation may start from actual knowledge, subject to sufficient reasons for delay.
Jogender v. State
The Delhi High Court dismissed bail for the accused who fired a shot with intent to kill, emphasizing the graver role and supporting forensic evidence against him.
Shanti Swaroop & Anr. v. Secretary Ministry of Finance & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the VI Central Pay Commission's classification of cities for Transport Allowance, dismissing employees' claim for TA at par with Delhi rates for postings in satellite towns.
Union of India v. Chikkam Vijay Mohan
The Delhi High Court held that the Central Administrative Tribunal lacks jurisdiction over service matters of a Debt Recovery Tribunal Presiding Officer, setting aside CAT's interim order continuing the respondent in service.
Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers Association v. Jawaharlal Nehru University
The Delhi High Court directed Jawaharlal Nehru University to take immediate steps to establish COVID-19 care and oxygen facilities on campus, emphasizing the administration's duty to protect the right to life and health during the pandemic.
Air Traffic Controllers Guild (India) v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court upheld the necessity of random Breath Analyzer Tests for aviation personnel during COVID-19 with health safeguards, rejecting blood tests and pre-screening, and directed DGCA to issue uniform protocols balancing safety and operational needs.
Dharmendra Kumar Aggarwal v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed government and pharmaceutical companies to provide data and take coordinated steps to address the shortage and ensure transparent distribution of Tocilizumab 400 MG for COVID-19 patients amid global supply constraints.