Delhi High Court
98,981 judgments
Iworld Business Solutions Private Ltd v. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Limited
The Delhi High Court upheld the validity of an arbitral tribunal appointed from a panel of retired judges provided by DMRC, dismissing the petition seeking termination of the tribunal's mandate under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Dalip v. State NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction and 15-year sentence of a young appellant for abducting and sexually assaulting a 6½-year-old minor under Section 363 IPC and Section 6 of the POCSO Act, dismissing his appeal for sentence reduction.
International Tractors Ltd v. Dy. Commissioner of Income Tax (LTU) & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that the appellate authority can entertain fresh claims under Section 80JJAA and prior period expenses even if not made in the original return, setting aside the Tribunal's remand to the AO.
United India Insurance Company Ltd. v. Anita Devi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that an employee not engaged in driving or conducting the vehicle at the time of accident qualifies as a third party under the motor insurance policy and is entitled to compensation.
Saurabh Kumar Singh ex Sgt v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Indian Air Force to verify and grant pro rata pension arrears and future payments to the petitioner if similarly situated as in earlier judgments, with interest on delayed payments.
Saurabh Sharma v. Sub-Divisional Magistrate (East) & Ors.
Delhi High Court upheld the legality of fines imposed for not wearing face masks while travelling alone in private vehicles under COVID-19 regulations, holding such vehicles as public places for pandemic control purposes.
Umesh Lochab v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed FIR No. 66/2019 and all proceedings arising therefrom based on an amicable settlement between the parties and the complainant's consent.
Aroon Purie v. State
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging the summoning order and complaint in a defamation case against the editor-in-chief of India Today, holding that procedural safeguards were complied with and inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C. should not be exercised to interfere with ongoing trial.
Shapoorji Pallonji and Co. Pvt. Ltd. v. Rattan India Power Ltd
The Delhi High Court held that Indiabulls, though not a signatory, is bound by the arbitration agreement in the BTG Contract with Shapoorji due to its direct involvement and relationship with its subsidiary Elena, and thus can be compelled to arbitrate.
Axis Ispat Private Limited v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Registrar of Companies to consider the petitioner's reply and afford a reasonable opportunity of hearing before proceeding with show cause notices under the Companies Act, 2013.
Sandeep Aggarwal v. Viniti Aggarwal
The Delhi High Court held that Magistrate Courts exclusively have jurisdiction over Section 12 complaints under the PWDV Act and refused to transfer such complaints to Family Courts despite pending matrimonial proceedings.
M/S Satya Developers Private Ltd v. Cinema Ventures Private Ltd
The Delhi High Court appointed a retired Supreme Court judge as arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to adjudicate a ₹10 crore dispute, with no objection from parties on arbitrability.
Mujeeb Ur Rehman v. High Court of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL seeking mandatory continuation and formalization of virtual court proceedings, holding that existing practices allowing advocates to choose between physical and virtual hearings suffice.
Manish Kumar & Ors. v. State & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and all proceedings arising therefrom based on an amicable settlement between the parties and their non-objection to further prosecution.
Civil Audit Association v. Comptroller and Auditor General of India
The Delhi High Court allowed the petition challenging CAT's dismissal of condonation of delay application, holding that associations can represent members in service matters involving continuing wrongs and directing CAT to decide the Original Application on merits.
Smt. Kalawati v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court directed the police to enforce a lawful eviction order without requiring additional conditions, ensuring possession is handed over to the petitioner within 48 hours.
Madan Prasad and Ors. v. State (NCT of Delhi) and Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between parties and the complainant's refusal to prosecute.
Saurabh Sharma v. Sub-Divisional Magistrate (East) & Ors.
Delhi High Court upheld the legality of fines imposed for not wearing face masks while travelling alone in private vehicles under COVID-19 regulations, holding such vehicles as public places for the purpose of mask mandates.
Hemant Verma v. Mithilesh Rani & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the suit seeking declaration of sole ownership based on unregistered and unprobated documents, holding that only registered conveyance and probate confer title, and the suit was barred by limitation and prior proceedings.
Satish Parashar v. Prem Bihari
The Delhi High Court set aside orders striking off the tenant's defense under Section 15(7) of the Delhi Rent Control Act, holding that the rent payment order was erroneous and that such drastic measures require wilful default, which was absent here.