Delhi High Court
64,846 judgments
ANKUSH GARG AND ANR. v. STATE OF NCT OF DELHI AND ANR.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A and 406 IPC following an amicable settlement and mutual consent divorce, holding that continuation of proceedings would be an abuse of the court process.
M/S VAIDYA INDUSTRIES v. GOVT E MARKETING
The Delhi High Court held that an order of disablement by the GEM portal is not blacklisting or stigmatic and does not prejudice the appellant's rights in pending arbitration, allowing the appeal.
Raj Kumar v. Union Bank of India
The Delhi High Court upheld compulsory retirement imposed on a bank officer, ruling that non-examination of borrowers in disciplinary inquiry did not violate natural justice and that judicial review under Article 226 does not permit reappreciation of evidence.
Millennium Construction Pvt. Ltd. v. Footwear Design and Development Institute
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking termination of an arbitrator's mandate, holding that unilateral arbitration cannot proceed without judicial appointment when one party fails to nominate an arbitrator as per the contract.
Sports Authority of India & Anr v. Dr. Kulbir Singh Rana
The Delhi High Court held that a counsel's concession recorded in court is binding and refused to recall an order disposing of writ petitions as withdrawn based on a claimed misunderstanding by counsel.
M/S EURO PVC FABRIC v. PRINCIPAL COMMISSIONER OF GOODS AND SERVICES TAX, SOUTH DELHI
The Delhi High Court set aside a GST registration cancellation order that was system generated, lacked reasons, and referred to a non-existent reply, restoring the petitioner's registration and emphasizing the need for application of mind and procedural fairness.
State Govt of NCT of Delhi v. Mohd. Kasim @ Khan Saheb & Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of accused in a murder and robbery case, holding that prior acquittal on firearms possession barred re-litigation and the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
A TO Z PRODUCTIONS v. PRASAR BHARTI
The Delhi High Court held that an approval letter with conditions does not constitute a binding contract absent absolute acceptance and compliance with requirements, dismissing the petition for non-submission of documents and delay.
National Insurance Co Ltd v. Sheela Devi & Ors.
Delhi High Court dismissed insurance company's appeals holding it liable to pay compensation for a motor accident caused by rash driving despite seating capacity violation, affirming the Tribunal's award.
Sahil Sahni v. State NCT of Delhi and Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed multiple FIRs against the petitioner under various IPC sections following an amicable settlement between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process.
Ishwar Chand Jain v. Delhi Development Authority
The Delhi High Court held that DDA’s failure to send allotment letter to the petitioner’s last known address invalidated cancellation of allotment, directing DDA to allot an equivalent flat at 1996 rates.
Aman Kumar Yadav v. State & Ors.
The Court held that an adult woman’s choice to live with her parents must be respected and dismissed the petition seeking her production and release.
Tapasi v. The State NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed recording of the minor victim's statement under Section 164 Cr.P.C. and custody determination by the Child Welfare Committee in a kidnapping and sexual assault case, disposing of the habeas corpus petition with these directions.
Suraj Kumar v. State NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld framing of charges under Sections 302/34 IPC against the petitioner, holding that sufficient material existed to presume common intention at the charge framing stage.
Veena Khurana & Ors. v. Aman Verma & Anr.
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by including medical expenses paid by the claimants, affirming that just compensation under the Motor Vehicles Act includes all pecuniary damages incurred.
Akash Attri v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed constitution of a fresh Review Medical Board in accordance with applicable guidelines after quashing the challenged medical examination report.
Naveen v. Akshma Devi
The Delhi High Court upheld an eviction order by dismissing the tenant's belated application for leave to contest, applying the dual test for condonation of delay under the Delhi Rent Control Act.
Rakesh Gupta v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition for wilful suppression of a prior arbitration petition filed on the same subject matter, holding that parallel proceedings are impermissible and mandatory disclosure is required.
Lachhman Singh v. Kavita Devi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that a road tax receipt is not a valid permit for plying a goods vehicle in Uttar Pradesh, upheld the insurance company's liability to pay compensation, and allowed it to recover the amount from the owner without fresh proceedings.
Tannu Chawla @ Tarun v. State (NCT of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the petitioner in a murder case based on circumstantial evidence, citing procedural lapses, doubts in prosecution's case, and prolonged incarceration.