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Ansal Housing Limited v. Vikas Jain
The Delhi High Court set aside an unreasoned NCDRC order modifying a consumer dispute decision without hearing the petitioner, remanding the matter for a fresh, reasoned hearing.
Col Ajay Ahlawat & Anr. v. Sudhir Kumar Windlass
The Delhi High Court set aside the trial court's order denying a co-defendant permission to lead evidence despite an unsigned Written Statement, allowing examination of one witness and directing expeditious disposal of the suit.
Ajay & Anr. v. State of NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A/406/34 IPC based on an amicable settlement between estranged spouses, exercising inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process.
Gaurav Jain v. State NCT of Delhi and Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC based on an amicable settlement and mutual consent divorce, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process in matrimonial disputes.
MSA Global LLC Oman v. Engineering Projects India Ltd
Delhi High Court holds that the arbitration seat is India, Indian courts have jurisdiction, and grants injunction restraining arbitration continuation due to arbitrator's non-disclosure and potential bias.
State v. Garibullah
The High Court upheld the acquittal of the accused in a motor accident case, holding that mere high speed without evidence of rash or negligent driving is insufficient for conviction under Sections 279 and 304A IPC.
Management/Chairman Balvantray Mehta Vidya Bhawan Senior Secondary School v. Anil Kumar Aggarwal
The Delhi High Court held that Section 8(2) of the Delhi School Education Act does not apply to voluntary retirement under Rule 48-A of the CCS Rules, quashing the Tribunal’s order reinstating the employee.
Tarun Aggarwal v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the tender award due to disputed factual issues and lack of demonstrated prejudice from procedural lapses, holding such matters require trial in a civil court.
State (Govt of NCT of Delhi) v. Hamid
The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of a husband charged under Section 306 IPC, ruling that mere extramarital affair without direct instigation or cruelty does not constitute abetment of suicide.
Dr. Saroj Bahl v. Sushma Batra
The Delhi High Court dismissed the defendant's application to reject the plaint, holding that a non-executant alleging forgery may seek declaratory relief with consequential injunctions, and such issues as limitation and personal interest require trial.
Sithara N.S. & Ors. v. Sai Ram General Insurance Company Limited
The Supreme Court dismissed appeals against dismissal of motor accident claims, holding that the claimants failed to prove the involvement of the offending vehicle and rash and negligent driving on the preponderance of probabilities.
Director of Town Panchayat v. M. Jayabal
The Supreme Court held that compassionate appointment is a concession, not a right, and once accepted on a post, no claim to a higher post arises later, dismissing delayed claims for promotion on compassionate grounds.
Federal Express Corporation v. Fedex Securities Private Ltd. & Ors.
The Bombay High Court granted interim injunction restraining defendants from using the mark FEDEX, holding that their use infringed the plaintiff's registered and well-known trademark despite defendants' reliance on Section 159(5) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
Deputy Collector v. M/s. Vasinaka Sahakari Mandal
The Bombay High Court held that the Reference Court under the Land Acquisition Act has jurisdiction to determine the relevant notification date for compensation calculation, rejecting the acquiring body's preliminary objection.
M/s. Ramnarain Sons Pvt Ltd v. The Board of Mumbai Port Authority
The Bombay High Court held that eviction suits instituted before appointment of the Estate Officer under the PPE Act retain jurisdiction in the original court despite subsequent transfers, dismissing the petition challenging Small Causes Court jurisdiction.
Afsana Enterprises v. The Assistant Municipal Commissioner and Ors.
The Bombay High Court dismissed appeals challenging eviction notices on unauthorized structures on court-controlled land, holding the suits frivolous and an abuse of process, and upheld removal of encroachments with exemplary costs imposed.
M/s Guru Kirpa Enterprises v. Office of the Commissioner of Customs (Export)
The Delhi High Court held that Customs orders must clearly identify and be signed by the officer passing them to ensure accountability, and procedural conditions under Section 149 of the Customs Act must be strictly followed for amendment of shipping bills.
I Money Wallet Private Limited v. Sales Tax Officer Class II / Avato, Ward 64, Zone 4 & Anr.
Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner to file a delayed appeal against a GST tax demand order, subject to the Supreme Court's pending decision on the validity of related extension notifications under Section 168A of the GST Act.
Patanjali Foods Limited v. Assistant Commissioner CGST Narela Division & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that the final approval date of a resolution plan under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code is the binding date for extinguishing prior claims, setting aside tax demands raised before that date and allowing fresh demands only for the post-approval period.
M/S JK (INDIA) FABS v. UNION OF INDIA & ORS
The Delhi High Court directed re-assessment of customs Bills of Entry and refund of excess Infrastructure Cess paid due to a technical glitch, affirming that refunds require re-assessment under the law.