Delhi High Court
99,566 judgments
Jaipal Singh v. State
The Delhi High Court dismissed a criminal writ petition relying on the reasoning of a previously dismissed identical petition, emphasizing judicial consistency.
Hero Wind Energy Private Ltd. v. Inox Renewables Limited & Anr
The Delhi High Court held that Section 9(3) of the Arbitration Act does not bar court-ordered interim relief for subsequent disputes arising after constitution of an Arbitral Tribunal for earlier disputes under the same agreements.
Kailash v. Government of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging cancellation of Fair Price Shop allotment recommendations, holding that statutory criteria under the Delhi Specified Articles Order must be strictly followed and subjective assessments are insufficient.
Raiees Khan v. State of NCT Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of Raiees Khan in a riot case, holding that the gravity of offences and multiple witness identifications justified denial of bail despite delay in FIR registration.
Shivani Kaushik v. Indian Air Force & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Indian Air Force authorities to ensure timely electronic payment of maintenance ordered under the Air Force Act after loss of cheques delayed payments to the petitioner's bank account.
Khushi Viswas & Anr. v. State of GNCT of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court disposed of the petition seeking police protection after the petitioners confirmed no further apprehension and were provided police contact details.
Dhritiman Ray v. University of Delhi
Delhi High Court directed Delhi University to immediately issue the petitioner’s delayed degree certificate and establish a proper timeline for issuance of academic documents to prevent harm to students’ educational prospects.
DSS IMAGETECH PVT LTD v. INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH
The Delhi High Court set aside the petitioner’s blacklisting by ICMR for procedural violations and disproportionate exercise of power, emphasizing adherence to natural justice and fairness in supplier debarment.
Aadinath India Pvt. Ltd. v. Commissioner of Trade and Taxes & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed the tax authority to decide the petitioner's claim for interest on a refunded deposit under Section 42 of the Delhi VAT Act by a reasoned order within four weeks after hearing the petitioner.
Mahesh Murthy v. Pooja Chauhan and Ors.
The Delhi High Court vacated interim injunctions restraining defendants from publishing alleged defamatory content against a venture capitalist, emphasizing the need to balance freedom of speech with the right to reputation and applying the tests of necessity and proportionality for prior restraint.
Aarka Sports Management Pvt. Ltd. v. Kalsi Buildcon Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi High Court lacks jurisdiction to appoint arbitrator under Section 11 when arbitration agreement does not specify seat and no cause of action arose in Delhi.
Kush Bhasin & Anr. v. State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 406, 409, 420, 120B IPC based on a settlement between parties in a commercial dispute, holding that continuation of criminal proceedings would be oppressive and an abuse of process.
Basant Kumari Sikka v. Maintenance Tribunal and Ors.
The Delhi High Court set aside an eviction order passed by an unauthorized District Magistrate under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, directing the complaint to be heard afresh by the competent Additional District Magistrate.
Anupam & Ors. v. University of Delhi Through Its Registrar & Ors.
Delhi High Court directed UGC to finalize guidelines on conducting or cancelling Delhi University's final year online exams amid COVID-19, highlighting technological and mental health challenges faced by students.
Manju Devi v. State (GNCTD)
Anticipatory bail was denied to the mother-in-law accused in a dowry death case due to serious allegations, statutory presumption, evasion of arrest, and ongoing investigation.
Salil Kumar Chatterjee v. State of NCT
The Delhi High Court dismissed the applicant's bail application seeking extension of time to surrender, reaffirming the Supreme Court's clear order directing surrender within four weeks and emphasizing the binding nature of Supreme Court orders and the duty of police to implement them.
Dr. Rajiv Chopra v. University of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that an officiating appointment as Officer on Special Duty is temporary and terminable at the University's discretion without creating a vested right, and reversion to substantive post does not attract Article 311 protections absent penal consequences.
M/S Liberty Footwear Company v. Liberty Innovative Outfits Limited
The Delhi High Court upheld the plaintiff partnership firm's right to sue for trademark infringement of 'LIBERTY' despite non-recordal of assignments, affirming that related defendants' unauthorized use of the mark constitutes infringement and passing off.
Khoobsurat Infra Pvt Ltd v. IDBI Trusteeship Services Ltd
The Delhi High Court held that the pledgee has an absolute right to invoke pledge and enforce corporate guarantee on matured debentures despite COVID-19 market volatility, dismissing the petitioners' plea for restraint and time to arrange private sales.
Rajender alias Raju v. State
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction and sentence of the appellant for aggravated sexual assault of a minor under Section 10 of the POCSO Act based on credible and consistent child testimonies and statutory presumption.