Delhi High Court
38,124 judgments
Mohd. Usman & Anr. v. The State & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 288, 304A, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.
Deepak Khosla v. National Company Law Appellate Tribunal & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that NCLT and NCLAT may regulate virtual hearing procedures, including access links, in a fair and non-arbitrary manner to maintain discipline and orderly conduct.
Beem Singh Rawat v. High Court of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking re-evaluation of examination answer sheets, holding that courts should not interfere with academic assessments except in rare, clearly demonstrated cases of material error.
Mina Devi v. Shresth Jain & Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed premature release of motor accident compensation deposited in FDR to a senior citizen claimant citing compassionate grounds of age, medical condition, and financial hardship.
HOYA MEDICAL INDIA PVT. LTD. v. EVEREST VISION
The Delhi High Court held that the arbitration clause in the distributorship agreement constituted a valid arbitration agreement mandating arbitration, allowing the petitioner's request for appointment of a sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Rajendra Prasad Sharma v. Union Public Service Commission; Union Public Service Commission v. Akul Bhargava
The Delhi High Court held that writ jurisdiction under Article 226 is not barred by the Administrative Tribunals Act where exceptional circumstances exist, and affirmed its territorial jurisdiction to entertain a writ petition challenging UPSC's cancellation of IAS induction interviews.
Indiana Travels Pvt. Ltd. v. Insion Private Limited
The Delhi High Court held that courts cannot grant final reliefs like appointment of Receiver under Section 9 of the Arbitration Act once an Arbitral Tribunal is constituted, and parties must seek such reliefs before the Tribunal.
Raj Mukesh v. Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Kanjhawala, Govt. of NCT Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed inspection and de-sealing of a property sealed by DPCC, emphasizing the need for prior hearing and speaking orders before penalty imposition under pollution control regulations.
M/S Shawl Engineers and Contractors Pvt. Ltd. v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court appointed an arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act to resolve contractual disputes where the respondent failed to appoint one, holding that agreements signed under economic coercion are void.
REOM Infrastructure and Construction Limited v. Air Force Naval Housing Board
The Delhi High Court held that a sole arbitrator unilaterally appointed by a party interested in the dispute is ineligible under the Arbitration Act and appointed a substitute arbitrator accordingly.
EWAC ALLOYS LIMITED v. ESSEN WELDING ALLOYS PVT. LTD.
The Delhi High Court decreed a civil suit based on the parties' amicable settlement under Order XXIII Rule 3 CPC, ordering withdrawal of claims and partial refund of court fees.
Delhi Transport Corporation v. Dheer Singh
The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Court's modification of dismissal for drunken driving to reinstatement with 50% back wages, emphasizing the discretionary relief powers under Section 11A of the Industrial Disputes Act.
Laxmi Civil Engineering Services Ltd. & Ors. v. GAIL (India) Limited
The Delhi High Court held that sub-contractors are not parties to the arbitration agreement with GAIL, conciliation was not mandatory before arbitration, and allegations of fraud do not bar arbitration, appointing a sole arbitrator to adjudicate disputes between petitioner no.1 and GAIL.
R Raja Rathinam v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed verification and grant of pro rata pension with arrears and interest to a petitioner similarly placed to earlier pension beneficiaries, preserving appeal rights.
Alok Narang v. Kayaan Marketing & Distribution Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi High Court held that unilateral appointment of an Arbitrator by one party is impermissible under the arbitration clause and set aside such appointment, appointing a new Arbitrator.
M/S T.K. Engineering Consortium Pvt. Ltd. v. The Director (Projects) RITES Ltd. & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that arbitration clauses requiring appointment of arbitrators by an ineligible party are severable and courts can appoint independent arbitrators to uphold arbitration agreements under the amended Arbitration Act.
Dr. Kiran Gupta v. The University of Delhi
The Delhi High Court held that promotions under UGC CAS 2010 must be effective from the date of eligibility if the candidate is found fit, setting aside the University of Delhi’s decision to make promotions prospective.
Prahald Singh v. The State & Anr
The Delhi High Court dismissed the revision petition challenging conviction under Section 138 NI Act, holding the petitioner failed to rebut statutory presumption and that legal notice was duly served.
Hari Mohan Rathore v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging adverse service remarks and held that judicial interference is unwarranted absent mala fides or arbitrariness.
Dr. Shyam Lal v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging denial of promotion post-retirement, holding that such claims are barred by laches and not maintainable after retirement.