Delhi High Court
100,734 judgments
Sumit @ Kala v. State
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition for regular bail of the accused involved in causing fatal injuries leading to death, holding that prima facie evidence and medical opinion negate bail entitlement and parity with co-accused cannot be granted.
Sarthak Maggon v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging restrictions on prisoners' legal access, holding that a Circular providing video conferencing facilities adequately protects their constitutional rights under Article 21.
Ashwani Minda and M/S Jay Ushin Limited v. M/S U-Shin Limited and M/S Minebea Mitsumi Inc.
The Delhi High Court held that after constitution of a foreign-seated arbitral tribunal, Indian courts will not entertain Section 9 petitions for interim relief unless the remedy before the tribunal is inefficacious, dismissing the appellants' petition seeking injunction against a public offer in breach of a joint venture agreement.
Techsharp Engineers Pvt Ltd v. Indian Oil Corporation Limited
The Delhi High Court granted a three-month extension for the sole arbitrator to pass the arbitral award due to delays caused by the COVID-19 lockdown.
Amar Singh Gautam and Anr v. G. Block Resident’s Welfare Association
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal holding that crossing railway tracks without lawful authority is illegal trespass under Section 147 of the Indian Railways Act, and upheld the order permitting reconstruction of a barricading wall to prevent such trespass.
INFINITI RETAIL LIMITED v. GOVERNMENT OF NCT OF DELHI & ANR.
The Delhi High Court held that the Commissioner cannot withhold issuance of Declaration Form C or block the portal without passing a reasoned order after affording an opportunity of hearing under Rule 5(4)(ii) of the Central Sales Tax (Delhi) Rules.
Ajit P. Singh v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court upheld temporary suspension of physical legal interviews during COVID-19, endorsing video conferencing as an adequate alternative to protect prisoners' right to legal consultation.
Deepak Dabas v. State (Govt of NCT) of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner’s bail application in a murder and arms offences case, holding that his release would be hazardous to society despite procedural irregularities alleged in his arrest.
M.C. Overseas v. Commissioner of Customs (Preventive & Anr.)
The Delhi High Court directed Customs authorities to decide refund claims following CESTAT's favorable order, allowed defreezing of the petitioner's bank account, and granted liberty to seek release of seized goods from the trial court under criminal procedure.
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.