Delhi High Court
80,866 judgments
Delhi Development Authority v. I.J. Gupta
The Delhi High Court held that the Disciplinary Authority may differ from an Inquiry Officer's report without remitting the matter back unless further inquiry is needed, restoring the penalty imposed on an employee for unauthorized construction oversight.
Hanuman Singh Poonia v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner’s writ challenging BSF’s cancellation of seniority list on grounds of delay and held that promotions are not automatic but require individual consideration under applicable rules.
Sarbari & Anr v. New India Assurance Co Ltd
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident death claim by applying the correct multiplier based on claimant's age and upheld a 50% deduction for personal expenses in absence of evidence of dependents.
GVR Infra Projects Ltd. v. National Highway Authority of India
The Delhi High Court held that disputes over damages for non-responsive bids under tender conditions must be adjudicated by Civil Courts, not writ courts, and directed NHAI to reconsider its claim before permitting encashment of the Bank Guarantee.
Vijay Goel v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, 34 IPC and Dowry Prohibition Act in a matrimonial dispute on the basis of an amicable settlement and divorce, applying the inherent power under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process.
Sunil Sikka v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that land acquisition under the 1894 Act lapses if compensation is not paid within five years as per section 24(2) of the 2013 Act, declaring the petitioner’s acquisition lapsed due to non-payment.
Rita Upadhyay & Ors. v. Public Works Department & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that compensation claims for death due to alleged negligence by public authorities involving disputed facts and delay are not maintainable in writ jurisdiction and must be pursued through ordinary civil courts.
Amit Aggarwal v. State
The Delhi High Court allowed the revision petition acquitting the petitioner of rash and negligent driving causing death, holding that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt due to contradictory evidence and procedural lapses.
M/S Hargobind Travels v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the lawful encashment of a Recruiting Agent's Bank Guarantee under the Emigration Rules but directed the government to determine and refund the amount if no claims exist or are likely.
Bihari Lal v. State NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court allowed the petition directing concurrent running of sentences arising from the same FIR under its inherent powers and ordered the petitioner's release after completion of sentence.
Siya Ram v. The State Govt of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner was a juvenile at the time of the offence, granting him the benefit of the statutory age margin and ordering his release.
Deepak Kumar @ Bhupender Kumar v. State (Govt. of NCT) of Delhi
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction and life sentence of the appellant for kidnapping, raping, and murdering an eight-year-old girl, affirming the admissibility of his disclosure statement and rejecting his juvenile plea.
M/S MALSH ENTERPRISES PVT. LTD v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that acquisition proceedings under the 1894 Act lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if compensation remains unpaid for over five years, regardless of physical possession.
S.S. Malik v. The Bank of Baroda & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that criminal acquittal does not invalidate departmental compulsory retirement when the petitioner admitted guilt in departmental proceedings and the petition was barred by delay.
Khalid Imam v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal of a meritorious candidate denied MBBS admission for failing to fill and lock college choices as mandated by the CBSE's online registration rules.
The Metal Scrap Trading Corpn. v. Sunnaren Seaways Inc.
The Delhi High Court dismissed MSTC's application for condonation of delay and restoration of appeal, holding that no sufficient cause was shown and emphasizing the need for finality and proper prosecution of appeals.
Geeta Anand v. M/S Indiabulls Real Estate Ltd & Ors
The Delhi High Court allowed the appellants to publish the disputed article subject to compliance with Press Trust of India journalistic norms, modifying the earlier order to balance freedom of expression with respondents' interests.
Subhash Mendiratta v. Suresh Mendiratta
The Delhi High Court set aside a trial court order directing the defendant to lead evidence first and directed the plaintiff to lead evidence first in ownership suits, affirming the settled procedural law.
Shobha Dhalla v. Krishna Luthra
The Delhi High Court appointed an arbitrator and directed arbitration under DIAC rules to resolve the dispute between the parties, disposing of the related petitions.
Taranpal Wadhwan v. State
Anticipatory bail applications of petitioners accused of criminal conspiracy and breach of trust involving property and loan fraud were dismissed due to ongoing investigation and absconding key accused.