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Rohit Shukla; Vivek Kumar Gaurav; Shawez Chaudhary; A. Solanki v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court upheld the trial court’s discharge of the accused in a rape case, holding no prima facie case was made out as the petitioner’s consent was voluntary and not vitiated by fraud.
Pradeep Kaur v. Municipal Corporation of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal challenging refusal of a Health Trade License and demolition of a food cart, holding that compensation claims involving disputed facts must be pursued via civil suits, not writ petitions.
ACME Heergarh Powertech Private Limited v. Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs
The Delhi High Court held that while solar power generation units fall outside the MOOWR Regulations due to the nature of electricity as a resultant good, the grant and cancellation of Customs licenses are quasi-judicial acts requiring due process, and executive instructions cannot fetter the independent discretion of Customs officers.
Anuj v. State of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of an accused involved in recovery of commercial quantity of ganja, holding that no reasonable grounds existed to believe he was not guilty or unlikely to reoffend under Section 37 of the NDPS Act.
Bhushan Steel and Strips Ltd. v. Tyo Trading Enterprises and Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld its territorial jurisdiction and decreed recovery against the defendant for loss of goods, affirming substitution of the plaintiff by Tata Steel Ltd. without fresh amendment.
Aradhana v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi)
The High Court set aside the charge framing order for lack of reasons and remanded the case for fresh consideration to ensure judicial mind is applied at the prima facie stage.
Crystal Crop Protection Limited v. Ranga Krishna Murthy
Delhi High Court allowed the appeal setting aside the order returning plaint for lack of territorial jurisdiction, holding that averments in the plaint must be accepted on demurrer and part of cause of action arose in Delhi.
Hardeep v. University of Delhi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that judicial interference in subjective examination marking is generally impermissible absent mala fides or arbitrariness and dismissed the student's challenge to awarded marks.
GOVT OF NCT OF DELHI v. MEENAKSHI KHARE AND ORS.
The Delhi High Court upheld the re-appointment of employees in a merged school, ruling that valid original appointments under applicable rules cannot be invalidated despite alleged non-compliance with other recruitment criteria.
Shayam Sunder v. State (NCT of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the accused in a large-scale insurance fraud case, holding that CDR evidence is corroborative and bail cannot be denied solely on the gravity of economic offences or incomplete investigation.
Gaurav v. The State Govt of NCT
Delhi High Court granted regular bail to accused in a murder case considering doubtful evidence, lack of premeditation, and prolonged incarceration.
PTECH INFRA ENGINEERING v. LITE BITE FOODS PVT LTD
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to adjudicate payment disputes arising from Work Orders containing a valid arbitration clause.
IFFCO-TOKIO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY LTD. v. NUPUR SINGH & ORS.
The Delhi High Court upheld the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's finding of composite negligence by both drivers in a fatal accident and dismissed the insurer's appeal, affirming joint and several liability for compensation.
Raj Gangwani v. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
The Delhi High Court held that grace marks are not applicable to re-appear exams and denied additional attempts beyond three attempts as per statutory guidelines, dismissing the petitioners' claims for grace marks and mercy chances.
Prem Singh v. State Bank of Travancore
The Delhi High Court held that payments under Section 17B of the Industrial Disputes Act are non-refundable subsistence allowances and cannot be adjusted against lumpsum compensation payable in lieu of reinstatement, thereby enhancing the appellant's compensation.
Ammar Abdul Rahiman v. National Investigation Agency
The Delhi High Court granted bail to the appellant in a UAPA case, holding that mere possession of extremist material without evidence of overt acts or dissemination is insufficient to deny bail under Section 43-D(5) of UAPA.
Kamlesh Devi v. State of Delhi NCT & Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of the accused mother involved in the kidnapping, sexual assault, and forced marriage of a minor, emphasizing prima facie involvement and risk of witness tampering.
Amit Chakraborty v. State NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court held that despite the bar under Section 306(4)(b) Cr.P.C., it can release an approver granted pardon under its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C., and accordingly ordered the release of a disabled petitioner who cooperated fully with the investigation.
Amit Arora v. Directorate of Enforcement
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's plea for transfer to a private hospital, directing his return to jail with medical care and ordering an AIIMS Medical Board to assess his treatment needs.
Akash Pandey v. The State Govt of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of Akash Pandey in a murder case, holding that bail is not warranted at the evidence recording stage due to serious allegations and risk of witness influence.