Delhi High Court
36,666 judgments
Chander Prakash Kapur v. Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited & Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld the non-domestic classification of electricity usage for a property used as a Paying Guest accommodation, dismissing the petitioner's challenge to the assessment orders.
Neeti Sharma v. Saranjit Singh
The Delhi High Court held that under Section 223 BNSS, in Section 138 NI Act cases, the Magistrate may issue notice to the accused without prior examination of the complainant on oath, dismissing the petition challenging such notice.
Union of India & Ors. v. Ex Lmus Deepak Gaur
The Delhi High Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's order granting broadbanding of disability pension for Seizure Disorder to a Navy Musician, holding the disability attributable to military service despite peace area deployment.
Rahul Sood v. Government of NCT of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed summons against an independent director under Section 141 NI Act, holding that mere directorship without specific allegations of responsibility is insufficient for vicarious liability.
M/S Siddhartha Construction Co. v. India Tourism Development Corporation & Anr.
The Delhi High Court set aside an arbitral award on the ground that the sole arbitrator was invalidly appointed by an ineligible party under Section 12(5) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, without an express written waiver.
M/S RAJ INTERNATIONAL v. ADDITIONAL COMMISSIONER CGST DELHI WEST & ORS
The Delhi High Court directed the GST department to consider petitioner's submissions, issue personal hearing notices, and improve internal coordination to ensure expeditious disposal of GST litigation.
Sajjan Mani Tripathi & Anr. v. Union of India & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed the Chief Labour Commissioner to adjudicate the petitioners' application under Section 29 of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 within four weeks, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.
Udaya Kumar Kamath v. Government of NCT of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court granted probate of a duly executed and uncontested Will under the Indian Succession Act, exempting the petitioner from furnishing surety bonds.
Mohd Ansar Siddiqui v. Varun Sachdeva
The Delhi High Court upheld a decree for recovery of possession against a tenant claiming ownership based on an unregistered oral agreement to sell, affirming that such agreements do not confer possession rights under Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act.
Naresh Gupta & Anr. v. Sh Nikhil @ Nikhil Kumar & Ors.
The Delhi High Court rejected the suit challenging a registered Will as barred by limitation and lacking cause of action under Order VII Rule 11 CPC, holding the suit vexatious and an abuse of process.
Master G v. State of NCT Delhi
The Delhi High Court invoked its parens patriae jurisdiction to direct the framing and implementation of comprehensive guidelines ensuring expeditious guardianship and protection of property rights of orphaned minors under the Guardians and Wards Act and Juvenile Justice Act.
Vikas Rana v. The State NCT of Delhi and Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld an externment order under Section 47 of the Delhi Police Act, ruling that judicial review is limited to mala fides, unreasonableness, or arbitrariness, and acquittals in related FIRs do not preclude externment if material exists.
ANI Media Pvt. Ltd. v. Wikimedia Foundation Inc & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed ANI Media's interim injunction application against Wikimedia Foundation, holding that intermediaries are liable only upon actual knowledge via court orders, and injunctions in defamation cases must balance free speech with reputation rights applying the Bonnard standard.
MRS SHASHI SHARMA & ORS. v. MR GAURAV SHARMA & ORS.
The Delhi High Court refused to issue time-bound directions for disposal of a partition suit in the absence of exceptional reasons, emphasizing judicial restraint and trial court discretion.
Rajeev Jain and Anr v. Gulshan Kumar Jain through LR
The High Court dismissed the petition for non-disclosure of a trial court order striking off the defense and refused to stay the direction for deposit of occupational charges in pending civil suits.
Charanpaaduka Industries Pvt Ltd v. MS Saras Knit India
The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner to place GST documents on record under the correct procedural provision, emphasizing relevance and procedural compliance.
Veenita Aggrawal v. Rajesh Kumar & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's dismissal of a late application for appointment of a Local Commissioner to ascertain unauthorized construction, emphasizing the need for early action in such matters.
Niharika Ghosh v. Shankar Ghosh
The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's interim injunction restraining respondents from feeding stray dogs in common areas, directing expeditious trial disposal and balancing property rights with animal welfare.
Prakash Lal Khera v. State GNCT of Delhi; Mohd. Iliyas
The High Court quashed summons under Section 304A IPC against a police officer present only to maintain law and order during demolition, holding no prima facie case or sanction requirement against him.
Mohammed Afroz Memon v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that a show cause notice issued after a reasonable investigation period cannot be quashed solely for delay and allowed the petitioner to file a reply and be heard before adjudication.