Delhi High Court
72,805 judgments
Raj & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed forensic verification of biometric discrepancies before finalizing appointment of candidates as CRPF Constables, disposing of the petition without immediate relief.
Lokesh Kumar v. Vijay Jindal & Ors.
The Delhi High Court partly allowed the motor accident claim appeal by enhancing loss of income compensation for an extended disability period but declined further enhancement due to lack of proof of permanent disability.
Future Generali India Insurance Co Ltd v. Bala & Ors.
The insurer was held liable to pay compensation despite allegations of a fake driving license, as the driver held a valid license at the time of the accident and the vehicle owner had no knowledge of any fraud.
L.N. Tikku v. UOI & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging departmental punishment imposed on a supervisory officer for failure to ensure proper accounting of temple offerings, holding that blind reliance on subordinates does not absolve supervisory responsibility.
Radha Kishan Meena v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that dismissal of a government servant following criminal conviction is discretionary and requires reasoned consideration, especially when the conviction is stayed, and remitted the matter for fresh decision in accordance with law.
Pinnacle Textiles Private Limited v. Indus Garments Private Limited
The Delhi High Court approved a scheme of amalgamation under Sections 391 to 394 of the Companies Act, 1956, dispensing with meetings of shareholders and unsecured creditors due to their unanimous consent.
Shree Sainath Wires Pvt. Ltd. v. PEC Limited
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioners' applications for suspension of sentence and interim bail in multiple convictions under the Negotiable Instruments Act, emphasizing that default in fine payment mandates imprisonment and concurrent findings of guilt cannot be re-examined at this stage.
Shree Sainath Wires (I) Pvt Ltd. & Anr. v. PEC Limited & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioners' applications for suspension of sentence and interim bail in multiple convictions under the Negotiable Instruments Act, allowing separate revision petitions and directing expedited final hearing.
Shree Sainath Wires (I) Pvt Ltd. & Anr. v. PEC Limited & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioners' application for suspension of sentence and interim bail in multiple convictions under Section 138/141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, allowing separate revision petitions and condoning delay, while directing expedited final hearing.
Sameer Hussain v. State
The Delhi High Court held that Parole/Furlough Guidelines are not mandatory and allowed a convict's first furlough despite prior punishment, emphasizing discretion and individual circumstances.
Tej Pal v. State
The Delhi High Court allowed parole to a life convict with satisfactory conduct, holding that parole denial based on unsupported adverse police reports is unsustainable.
State (Govt of NCT of Delhi) v. Anuj Chhikara
The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal, upholding the acquittal of a police officer due to failure to prove demand and acceptance of bribe beyond reasonable doubt under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
Airport Authority Karamchari Union v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed writ petitions challenging the 2013 AAI trade union election, holding no proof of compromised ballot secrecy and affirming that only the recognised union represents all employees, while directing improved procedures for future elections.
Wasim v. State (GNCT of Delhi)
Delhi High Court upheld conviction under Section 307 IPC for attempt to murder but reduced the sentence to seven years considering mitigating circumstances and accidental nature of firing.
HOUSE OF DIAGNOSTICS LLP & ANR v. ESAOTE ASIA PACIFIC DIAGNOSTIC PRIVATE LIMITED & ORS
The Delhi High Court refused to grant an interim injunction restraining encashment of an unconditional Letter of Credit in a commercial dispute absent prima facie evidence of fraud.
Muninder Panjeta v. State (NCT of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of the accused charged with murder under Section 302 IPC, holding that serious allegations supported by prima facie evidence and weapon recovery preclude bail at this stage.
Oriental Insurance Co Ltd v. Babita
The Delhi High Court upheld the tribunal's compensation award based on notional income for a self-employed deceased, disallowed future prospects, added non-pecuniary damages, and remanded insurer's breach of policy plea for further adjudication.
Shriram General Insurance Company Ltd v. Archana Devi
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by including special allowance in income, applying 50% future prospects, and increasing non-pecuniary damages, directing the insurer to pay the enhanced amount.
Shakuntla Gautam v. Ravinder Kumar & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the motor accident claim award with enhanced non-pecuniary damages and confirmed the liability of UPSRTC without apportioning fault to the motorcycle rider.
Oriental Insurance Co Ltd v. Dinesh Kumar & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the insurance company's appeal, holding that minor discrepancies in vehicle registration in the FIR do not absolve insurer liability when the vehicle is insured and claimant evidence is unchallenged.