Delhi High Court
47,915 judgments
State v. Swatantra Bharat & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of accused in a rape case due to inconsistencies in the prosecutrix's testimony, lack of corroborative medical and forensic evidence, and the possibility of false implication arising from a property dispute.
INDIAHIT.COM PRIVATE LIMITED v. OL
The Delhi High Court allowed the petition for voluntary dissolution of INDIAHIT.COM PRIVATE LIMITED after confirming compliance with statutory winding up procedures under the Companies Act, 1956.
State v. Joshim
The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's petition seeking leave to appeal against the acquittal of the accused in a theft case, holding that the trial court's judgment was not perverse and the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt.
Hargyan Singh v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking allotment of an alternative plot after a 20-year delay, holding that delay and non-compliance barred relief under Articles 226 and 227 of the Constitution.
Sohan Pal Goel v. Shaleen Goel
The Delhi High Court allowed the appellant's appeal to file additional ownership documents and remanded the possession suit for fresh trial to ensure justice and equity.
Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Co. v. Riyaz Khan
The Delhi High Court dismissed UPSRTC's appeal and upheld the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's compensation award to a passenger injured due to the driver's rash and negligent driving.
Neera Chopra and Anr. v. Deepa Bhardwaj & Ors.
The Delhi High Court rejected the suit claiming ancestral right over a property allotted as government grant to a displaced person, holding the plaint disclosed no cause of action and that the property was self-acquired, not ancestral.
Bank of Baroda v. Susmita Saha
The Delhi High Court upheld the Chief Commissioner's order directing Bank of Baroda to employ a physically disabled candidate who completed her diploma course with delay but was entitled to reasonable accommodation and protection under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
C S Aggarwal v. State
The Delhi High Court held that in cases where a will is surrounded by suspicious circumstances, the propounder bears a heavy burden to prove its genuineness and satisfy the court's judicial conscience before probate can be granted.
IFFCO TOKIO GENERAL INSURANCE CO LTD v. VIKAS KUMAR @ VICKY & ORS
The Delhi High Court dismissed the insurance company's appeal, upholding the Claims Tribunal's compensation award to the injured scooter rider for injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
GOVT OF NCT OF DELHI AND ANR v. AMARJEET SINGH
The Delhi High Court held that a temporary police officer appointed under Central Civil Service (Temporary Service) Rules, 1965 can be validly terminated under Rule 5(1)(a) despite appointment against a permanent post, setting aside the Tribunal's quashing of the termination notice.
M/S Rajasthan Cylinders & Containers Ltd v. Competition Commission of India
The Delhi High Court held that failure to pay penalty imposed by the Competition Commission under Section 43 can independently constitute a criminal offence under Section 42(3) without violating double jeopardy protections, dismissing petitions challenging summoning orders.
M/S Taurian Overseas v. M/S Soni Impex and Ors.
The High Court quashed the conviction under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, holding that the petitioner successfully rebutted the statutory presumption in a connected case, which was not disclosed to the Appellate Court, warranting acquittal.
Dheeraj Jaggi & Ors. v. State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed criminal proceedings under Section 498A IPC arising from a matrimonial dispute based on an amicable settlement and dissolution of marriage, emphasizing the court's inherent power under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
State (NCT of Delhi) v. Sanjeev Hans & Ors.
The High Court dismissed the State's petition seeking leave to appeal against the acquittal of accused persons due to material contradictions in prosecution evidence and absence of reliable medical proof.
Prem Chand Kumar and Ors. v. Railway Protection Force & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that reserved category candidates who secure higher marks than unreserved cut-offs and only avail eligibility relaxations are entitled to appointment against unreserved vacancies in RPF ancillary staff recruitment.
Harinder Singh & Ors. v. Lt. Governor & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioners' claim for restoration of land acquired and compensation under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act, holding that compensation paid and possession taken bars revival of stale claims.
Fiberfill Engineers v. Indian Oil Corporation Limited
The Delhi High Court set aside an arbitral award imposing liquidated damages without findings on loss or injury, holding that such damages require proof of loss and time ceased to be of essence due to contract extensions.
Fagun Gaur v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 279 and 337 IPC on the basis of a bona fide error and settlement between parties, applying inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 CrPC.
Ram Brij Sagar & Anr v. The State & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under the Trade Marks and Copyright Acts based on a settlement between parties, applying the inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 Cr.P.C. in commercial disputes with predominant civil elements.