Delhi High Court
38,124 judgments
Sujata Jain & Anr. v. Anil Kumar Jain & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that evidence tendered in a consolidated lead suit applies to all consolidated suits, allowing cross-examination in the surviving suit despite prior closure and abatement of the lead suit.
Rajinder Kumar v. The State (Govt. of NCT) of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of the appellant for armed robbery and stabbing, holding that the injured victim's identification and immediate apprehension of the accused at the spot sufficed for conviction despite minor procedural lapses.
Deepak Chaudhary v. State & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and proceedings under the SC/ST Act, holding that the allegations were rooted in professional rivalry and did not disclose an offence under Section 3(1)(ix), thereby preventing misuse of the Act.
R B SETH JESSA RAM HOSPITAL BROS v. R B SETH JESSA RAM HOSPITAL WORKMEN UNION
The Delhi High Court upheld the Industrial Tribunal’s imposition of costs on the petitioner for seeking adjournment after witnesses were examined, emphasizing the need to curb dilatory tactics in long-pending industrial disputes.
Sanjay Goel v. Majestic Buildcon Pvt. Ltd.
The Delhi High Court dismissed review petitions seeking waiver of nominal costs imposed on dismissed transfer petitions in commercial litigation, while extending the time for payment.
CREMICA FOOD PARK PRIVATE LIMITED v. M/S TRUSTABLE FOODS INDIA PVT LTD
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to resolve disputes arising from a lease deed after parties failed to mutually agree on the arbitrator.
Roshan Lal v. S L Thaosen
The Delhi High Court dismissed the second contempt petition for non-compliance with pension payment orders due to lack of substantiation, granting liberty to the petitioner to file a representation for any alleged shortfall.
Bhagwan Singh v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the review petition and upheld that a retired employee eligible for promotion is entitled to notional increments and arrears if juniors received such benefits, emphasizing the limited scope of review petitions.
P R INNOVATIONS PVT LTD v. L G ELECTRONICS INDIA PVT LTD
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of delay in filing the written statement in a commercial suit, emphasizing a liberal and justice-oriented approach under Section 5 of the Limitation Act, 1963.
Harkrishan Kumar Narula v. Airports Authority of India & Anr
The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner’s appointment as Joint General Manager was a mere placement, not promotion, and directed his case for promotion to General Manager (Cartography) be considered from the 2006 vacancy with consequential benefits.
Pacific Maintenance Services Pvt Ltd v. DJT Retailers Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Sections 11(5) and 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, to adjudicate disputes arising from a maintenance agreement containing a valid arbitration clause.
Software Technology Park of India v. Covenant Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd.
The Delhi High Court appointed an independent sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to adjudicate disputes arising from a Leave and License Agreement after parties failed to mutually appoint an arbitrator.
Narinder Paul Kaushik & Ors. v. Chief Secretary & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that 'last pay drawn' includes all allowances and CPF contributions, and found respondents guilty of contempt for wilful non-compliance with its directions, ordering payment of CPF dues to the petitioner.
MGO INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED v. ABHINANDAN GUPTA
The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's finding of no delay in entering appearance in a summary suit, applying the Supreme Court's Covid-19 limitation extension and dismissing the petition under Article 227.
M/S JAY FE CYLINDERS LTD. v. MANISH JAIN
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of a 28-day delay in filing a Section 34 petition challenging an arbitral award, holding that initial timely filing with Statement of Truth and sufficient cause such as counsel's illness justify delay.
Dipanshu Chugh v. State
The Delhi High Court held that FIR registration and investigation must proceed if information discloses a cognizable offense, Magistrates cannot interfere during investigation, and references under Section 395 CrPC are maintainable only when a case is pending before the Court.
Union of India v. Colonel BK Chhimwal
The High Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's order granting disability pension to a retired Army officer, holding that disabilities aggravated during service, including in peace areas, are attributable to military service.
M/S Highway Travels v. Pradeep Kumar Sharma & Ors
The Delhi High Court held that a manual format driving license valid at the time of an accident cannot be invalidated by a subsequent notification requiring Smart Card conversion, thereby holding the Insurance Company liable without recovery rights against the driver or owner.
The Oriental Insurance Co Ltd v. Meeta Sharma & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld a motor accident compensation award, holding that insurance liability is established on balance of probabilities despite the driver's criminal acquittal and delayed eyewitness reporting.
BP P.L.C. & Anr. v. Subhash Chandra, Trading as Shivay Enterprises
The Delhi High Court granted permanent injunction and summary judgment against a defendant for trademark infringement involving deceptively similar marks and packaging, awarding costs and damages to the plaintiffs.