Delhi High Court
100,734 judgments
Naresh Kumar v. Delhi Development Authority & Anr.
The High Court held that a party cannot be denied the right to lead evidence solely because it has cross-examined the opposing party's witness and allowed the petitioner to lead evidence to rebut the respondent's demarcation report.
Akhil Bhartiya Lodhi Adhivakta Sangh v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the constitutional validity of the Advocates-on-Record system and dismissed the petition seeking to allow all advocates to file and plead before the Supreme Court, affirming the Supreme Court's exclusive power to regulate its practice.
Three C Universal Developers Private Limited & Ors. v. Horizon Crest India Real Estate & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging an arbitral award as barred by limitation, holding that a filing lacking fundamental documents is non-est and cannot stop the limitation period under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Mahabir Prasad Yadav v. Lakshmibai College
The Delhi High Court held that a suspended employee is entitled to enhanced subsistence allowance after three months if suspension prolongs for reasons not attributable to him, pay revision benefits under the 7th Pay Commission if effective prior to suspension, but is not entitled to annual increments during suspension.
Ministry of Law and Justice v. Bhavnesh Saini & Ors.
The Delhi High Court disposed of the writ petition challenging interim directions for disclosure of marks by a Selection Committee, directing the CAT to expeditiously hear and decide the original application, noting no legal requirement to award such marks.
Virag Tiwari v. The Central Board of Direct Taxes & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to allow the petitioner credit for tax deducted at source of Rs. 2,40,000 in the relevant assessment year by making necessary rectifications, disposing of the writ petition as satisfied.
Devangana Kalita v. Delhi Police
The Delhi High Court held that authorized police communication naming an accused in a charge sheet does not violate fair trial rights, but restrained further disclosures pending trial to protect the presumption of innocence and dignity.
Pavan Sachdeva v. Office of the Insurance Ombudsman and Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that non-disclosure of a remote, cured ailment does not amount to material non-disclosure justifying repudiation of a health insurance claim and allowed the writ petition challenging the Insurance Ombudsman's order.
Bhawna Bhati v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed police to conduct domiciliary visits to the petitioner's residence within reasonable hours and with a lady constable present, safeguarding her fundamental rights under Article 21 during investigation-related visits.
Surjeet alias Deepak v. State
The Delhi High Court granted interim bail to the petitioner on medical grounds amid the COVID-19 pandemic, balancing his health risks against the interests of justice.
Cooner Institute of Health Care and Research Centre Pvt. Ltd. v. Income Tax Officer Ward 6(3)
The Delhi High Court held that issuance of a scrutiny notice alone does not justify withholding an income tax refund under Section 241A, requiring valid reasons approved by higher authorities.
Ali Akbar @ Bullet v. State
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction and sentence of the appellant for robbery under Sections 392/397 IPC, rejecting challenges based on absence of public witnesses, non-robbery of mobile phone, and non-trial of accomplice.
Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel Association (India) v. Arvind Singh, Airports Authority of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the contempt petition against Airports Authority of India, holding that provisional recognition subject to pending litigation does not violate court orders and delays due to COVID-19 are excusable.
M/S INDIAN POTASH LIMITED v. M/S PREM SAKHI FERTILIZER LTD.
The Delhi High Court appointed a mutually agreed retired judge as sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, directing compliance with fee and disclosure requirements.
Mr. P.S. Patwalia, Sr. Advocate with Mr. Ankur Chhibber, Mr. Anshuman Mehrotra and Mr.Nikunj Arora, Advs. v. UNION OF INDIA AND ORS. .....
The Delhi High Court upheld the 2016 cadre review of CAPFs, affirming their OGAS status while validating deputation of IPS officers up to SAG level as constitutionally mandated and functionally necessary.
Neeru Jain v. Jasmine Buildmart Pvt. Ltd.
The Delhi High Court held that when arbitral proceedings commence prior to a Court's interim order under Section 9(1) of the Arbitration Act, the limitation under Section 9(2) does not apply, and modified its earlier order accordingly.
Imation (India) Private Limited v. Official Liquidator
The Delhi High Court allowed the Official Liquidator's petition to dissolve Imation (India) Private Limited following compliance with statutory requirements under the Companies Act, 1956.
MANPOWERGROUP SERVICES INDIA PVT. LTD. v. COMMISSIONER OF INCOME TAX (TDS)-1 NEW DELHI & ANR.
The Delhi High Court directed the Income Tax authorities to provide a reasoned order refusing NIL rate TDS certificate, emphasizing the requirement of a speaking order and leaving the petitioner free to pursue further legal remedies.
Anupam & Ors. v. University of Delhi
The Delhi High Court deferred hearing to verify implementation of mandated features in University of Delhi's Open Book Examinations and ordered CSC Academy to report on preparedness of examination centres.
Jadhav Arjun v. DG, Border Security Force & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging dismissal from BSF service for refusal of duty, absence without leave, and false accusations, holding the disciplinary action lawful and proportionate.