Delhi High Court
92,628 judgments
State v. S.P. Tyagi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of accused in a corruption case, holding that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case and that the presumption under Section 20 of the PC Act was not attracted.
Pankaj alias Praveen v. State
The Delhi High Court acquitted the appellant of kidnapping and abduction charges due to lack of evidence proving the essential elements of 'taking away' or 'enticement' under Sections 363 and 366 IPC.
Sunita Rana v. Hitesh Kumar Dheer & Ors.
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by adding 50% towards future prospects and awarding damages for loss of amenities and expectation of life, following Supreme Court precedent.
SHRIRAM GENERAL INSURANCE CO. LTD v. SEEMA & ORS
The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's award granting compensation with 50% addition for future prospects and affirmed the quantum of non-pecuniary damages in a motor accident claim involving a young deceased.
Kasim @ Pappu v. Kunwar Nath & Ors.
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation for a motor accident victim by applying 50% future prospects addition, rejecting contributory negligence based solely on lack of license, and awarding damages for disability and non-pecuniary losses.
SHRI BAL KRISHAN GUPTA & ANR. v. SHRI VIKAS AGGARWAL & ANR
The Delhi High Court held that deposit of balance sale consideration in court is not a mandatory condition for suit maintainability or interim relief in specific performance cases unless the plaintiff's readiness and willingness are in doubt, allowing withdrawal of deposited funds in absence of exceptional circumstances.
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. and Anr. v. Lt. Governor, Govt. of NCT Delhi and Ors.
Delhi High Court upheld cancellation of a petrol pump's NOC based on Airports Authority of India's revocation of land allotment and legitimate land requirements, dismissing the writ petition.
Vishal Yadav v. State of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court granted parole to a life-convicted prisoner to attend his brother’s marriage, imposing strict conditions to safeguard complainant and witnesses.
Shishir Kumar @ Chunnu v. State
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of the appellant for kidnapping a child for ransom and conspiracy, affirming that minor contradictions do not vitiate a reliable prosecution case supported by competent child witness testimony.
D.T.C. v. Bahadur Singh & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that while misconduct in strike participation justifies dismissal, the penalty must be proportionate and within prescribed regulations, remanding for appropriate penalty and limited reinstatement benefits.
Commissioner of Income Tax (C)-III v. Gopal Gupta
The Delhi High Court upheld the Income Tax Settlement Commission's order interpreting disputed receipts as loans, holding that judicial review is limited to legality and not factual reappraisal, and dismissed the Revenue's petition alleging non-disclosure.
Janak Datwani v. Jamna Datwani & Ors.
The Delhi High Court consolidated multiple family disputes over shareholding and property possession in CNA Exports Pvt. Ltd., modified interim possession and maintenance orders, and curtailed abusive litigation to ensure fair and efficient justice.
Shri Ram Chand Rupana v. State Bank of Patiala
The Delhi High Court lacks territorial jurisdiction to entertain a suit against a bank where the cause of action arose at the bank's subordinate office outside Delhi, and the plaint is returned for filing in the appropriate court.
Tekla Corporation & Anr v. Survo Ghosh & Anr
The Delhi High Court held that the defense of copyright misuse is not recognized under Indian law and rejected the defendants' plea, granting permanent injunction to the plaintiffs for copyright infringement.
Tanu Goel & Anr v. Girish Chopra & Ors
The Delhi High Court held that a purchaser's right to specific performance of an Agreement to Sell immovable property is not negated by a clause for refund of advance with interest, and readiness and willingness can be established by sanctioned home loan and conduct evidencing intent to complete the sale.
Hamdard Education Society & Anr. v. Abdul Rehman & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that employees of one recognized school cannot be transferred to another school established by the same society, affirming that each school's managing committee alone is the employer.
Hamdard Education Society & Anr. v. Abdul Rehman & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that employees of one recognized school cannot be transferred to another recognized school established by the same society, as each school is an independent employer under the Delhi School Education Act, 1973.
Dr. Rakesh Bhagat & Anr. v. Neena Ahuja & Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld an eviction order based on the landlord's bona fide medical need for ground floor premises, dismissing the tenant's challenge for lack of triable issues.
Sandeep & Anr. v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that succession to acquired agricultural land is governed by the Hindu Succession Act, overriding the Delhi Land Reforms Act, entitling mother, widow, and daughter to shares in compensation despite unproven Wills.
M/S CBATE INTERNATIONAL v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court set aside a non-speaking arbitral Award for lack of reasons under Section 31(3) of the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996 and remanded the matter for fresh adjudication.