Delhi High Court
58,104 judgments
IRCON International Ltd v. Bhavneet Singh
The Delhi High Court upheld the quashing of a transfer order of a differently-abled employee, emphasizing statutory protections under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and requiring employers to consider disability-specific guidelines before transfers.
Kanchan Saini v. University of Delhi
The Delhi High Court referred for reconsideration whether Instructors qualify as 'Teachers' under the Delhi University Act and are entitled to enhanced retirement age benefits, setting aside prior orders for failing to address this issue.
Ravi Prakash Soni v. Central Information Commission and Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the refusal to disclose bank locker information under RTI exemptions for fiduciary and privacy reasons, affirming no violation of natural justice and emphasizing the necessity of larger public interest for disclosure.
Arvind Kejriwal v. Department of Delhi Prisons and Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner two additional weekly legal meetings via video conferencing, holding that the right to effective legal consultation is a fundamental right that cannot be restricted by jail policy without valid reasons.
JAI GURU SUDARSHAN ENTERPRISES v. DELHI STATE GOODS AND SERVICES TAX & ANR.
The Delhi High Court quashed the cancellation of GST registration due to an inadequate Show Cause Notice lacking specific allegations and restored the petitioner’s registration.
Nalini Lal v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal against the order allowing belated filing of public documents in a probate case, holding that such documents are admissible if no prejudice is caused and the opposing party is given a chance to rebut.
Naresh Kumar Gupta v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the review petition holding that seniority in promotion must be determined strictly according to statutory quotas and cannot be backdated prior to assumption of charge, applying the principle from Uttaranchal Forest Rangers’ Assn. (2006).
M/S TODAY REALTY PRIVATE LIMITED AND ANR. v. GUNVEEN SINGH
The Delhi High Court dismissed the defendant's leave to defend application in a summary suit for recovery, holding the defence fabricated and awarding the plaintiffs decree with interest under Order XXXVII CPC.
Bimla Sachdev v. Subur & Anr
The Delhi High Court held the DDA guilty of wilful contempt for disobeying its directions to allot an unencumbered plot and execute conveyance deed, applying the doctrine of estoppel to uphold the petitioner's rights.
Vijay Vardhan Daga v. M/S Lord Builders Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court condoned a five-day delay in filing an appeal by a senior citizen residing outside the jurisdiction and restored the appeal to be decided on merits.
Laxmi Rajvansh and Anr v. Shama
The court dismissed the petitioners' application for impleadment after the plaintiff's death, holding that they must first establish their title through a pending probate petition and separate suit before seeking substitution.
Jubeda Begum v. Municipal Corporation of Delhi
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of a 173-day delay in filing an appeal against a demolition order, emphasizing liberal construction of 'sufficient cause' under the Limitation Act to advance substantial justice.
Sahil Viklang Sahaytartha Samiti v. Delhi Development Authority
The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioners to hold a religious function on a designated multipurpose ground within a District Park, quashing the DDA’s refusal, while emphasizing compliance with environmental safeguards and statutory zoning under MPD-2021.
Renu Sharma & Anr. v. Mool Chand Sharma
The Delhi High Court upheld divorce on cruelty grounds but reversed the Family Court's denial of maintenance to the wife, directing enhanced interim maintenance payments considering the parties' financial positions.
Commissioner of Police v. Shri Karam Pal; Commissioner of Police v. Ram Kishan Mehta
The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's order setting aside dismissal of police officials under Article 311(2)(b) for lack of cogent reasons to dispense with departmental enquiry, emphasizing strict adherence to procedural safeguards.
Dish TV India Ltd v. Gulf DTH FZ LLC & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that the mandatory 120-day period for filing written statement under the Commercial Courts Act applies only after a suit is converted into a commercial suit, allowing the appellant's delayed written statement to be taken on record and the appeal against closure of filing rights to be maintained.
Ms. Shweta Singh v. Shakeel Ahmad
The Delhi High Court held that a Research Assistant performing teaching duties falls within the statutory definition of 'Teacher' and is entitled to retire at 65 years, dismissing the University's appeal against reinstatement with back wages.
Lakshay Jaiswal v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed non-bailable warrants and Section 82 CrPC proceedings issued prematurely against the petitioner, upheld his right to anticipatory bail, and emphasized strict adherence to procedural safeguards before issuing warrants.
Vanita Bathla v. Shashi Bajaj & Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed a petition under Article 227 permitting the petitioner to place previously declined documents on record to ensure fair trial and directed the Trial Court to proceed further.
G. Veerabahu v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Trial Court to consider the pending Section 340 Cr.P.C. application without commenting on its merits, emphasizing timely judicial action.