Delhi High Court
38,124 judgments
Manish Rachhoy v. Kamal Kant Rachhoya
The Delhi High Court reduced the exorbitant fee fixed for a Local Commissioner recording evidence abroad from Rs. 7.5 lakhs to Rs. 2 lakhs, emphasizing reasonableness and prevailing norms.
Uttam Chand Bhatia v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi and Anr.
The Delhi High Court upheld a Labour Court award granting lump sum compensation instead of reinstatement for illegal termination after a long delay, dismissing the writ petition challenging the award.
M/S MACNEILL ENGINEERING LTD v. SMT. SHARMILA GOEL
The Delhi High Court dismissed the delayed appeal in a commercial lease rent arrears suit, rejecting condonation of delay and upholding the trial court’s decree after finding no denial of opportunity to lead evidence.
M/S EVERSHINE ENTERPRISES v. M/S PK MOTORS
The Delhi High Court set aside the dismissal of a summary suit on territorial jurisdiction grounds, restored the suit, and granted conditional leave to defend, emphasizing that jurisdictional issues and defence plausibility require trial.
Suresh Shankar Ranade v. Union of India and Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking extension of retirement age and pension benefits beyond 55 years for a BSF officer, upholding the Supreme Court’s ruling that the retirement age for Commandant (Selection Grade) is 55 years.
Surinder Singh v. Union of India and Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that a war-injured BSF officer in Low Medical Category is entitled to exemption from Mandatory Field Service for promotion and directed promotion with effect from the date juniors were promoted.
D BALA MURUGAN v. STATE GOVT. OF NCT OF DELHI AND ORS.
The Court dismissed the Habeas Corpus petition as the alleged detainee, being a major, was not under unlawful confinement and was free to decide her own affairs.
Nishesh Ranjan & Anr. v. Indiabulls Housing Finance Ltd & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that despite conflicting arbitration and jurisdiction clauses in multiple agreements, an arbitrator can be appointed under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act to resolve disputes, recognizing incorporation of arbitration clauses by reference.
Sanjeev Kumar v. Sub Divisional Magistrate Dwarka and Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition seeking mandamus for execution of a recovery certificate, holding that the executing authority had taken appropriate steps and no unjustified delay or mala fide was shown.
Rama Kant v. Sub Divisional Magistrate Dwarka and Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition seeking mandamus for execution of a recovery certificate arising from an industrial award, holding that no unjustified delay or failure of statutory duty by the executing authority was shown.
Naman Gupta v. Commissioner of Customs Airport and General
Delhi High Court allowed writ petition quashing revocation of Custom Broker license due to denial of cross-examination and held that brokers are entitled to rely on customs-verified exporter credentials.
V v. M
The Delhi High Court held that an adulterous relationship alone does not disqualify a parent from child custody and upheld permanent custody with the mother subject to a modified shared parenting plan prioritizing the children's welfare.
Babban Giri v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking cancellation of bail granted to accused persons, holding that no cogent supervening circumstances justified revoking bail.
Amit Kumar & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking FIR registration and CBI investigation into deaths of two IIT students alleging caste-based discrimination, holding that detailed enquiries negated such claims and extraordinary relief was unwarranted.
M/S PADMASHREE INC v. M/S UTTAM ENTERPRISES
The Delhi High Court held that the plaintiff was entitled to recover losses and interest due to the defendant's breach of a fixed price procurement agreement for coriander, rejecting the defendant's belated defense.
Central Bureau of Investigation v. State
The Delhi High Court allowed the CBI's writ petition directing the Trial Court to supply certified copies of documents for investigation in a disproportionate assets case, emphasizing the mandatory procedural safeguards under the CBI Manual and the importance of obtaining documents directly from Court records.
Vishal Srivastava and Others v. State of NCT of Delhi and Others
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 419, 354(A), 504, 509, and 34 IPC on the basis of an amicable settlement between parties, applying the principles laid down in Gian Singh v. State of Punjab.
Nisha Kapoor v. Deepak Saini
The Delhi High Court upheld a divorce decree granted on the ground of mental cruelty where the wife developed a relationship with another man and deprived the husband of conjugal rights, rejecting her appeal and unsubstantiated allegations.
Bhawna Grover v. State Govt of NCT of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the discharge of two accused by the trial court but set aside the dropping of key prosecution witnesses, directing their restoration and examination to ensure a fair trial.
Central Public Information Officer, Central Bureau of Investigation v. Sanjeev Chaturvedi
The Delhi High Court held that the CBI is not exempt from the RTI Act for information related to corruption allegations and must disclose such information unless exempted under other provisions.