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ONGC Petro Additions Limited v. Tecnimont S.P.A & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9327

The Delhi High Court upheld an international commercial arbitral award holding OPaL liable for delay damages, affirming the tribunal's contract interpretation and rejecting OPaL's challenge under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

civil petition_dismissed

Neeta Bhardwaj & Ors. v. Kamlesh Sharma

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9415

The Delhi High Court approved the redevelopment plan of Shri Kalkaji Mandir, rejecting ownership objections by the Mahant and emphasizing the court's supervisory role to ensure proper management and amenities for devotees.

civil appeal_allowed

Padam Kumar v. National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9419-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal, holding that the contractual transfer and termination of the appellant by NHIDCL were lawful and in accordance with the employment agreement and principles of natural justice.

administrative appeal_dismissed

MS Renu Bala & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9421

The Delhi High Court held that the executive's decision to abolish posts and dissolve an autonomous body is a policy matter beyond judicial interference absent mala fide or statutory violation, dismissing the petitioners' plea for interim relief against voluntary retirement.

administrative petition_dismissed

Kudos Pharmaceuticals Limited & Ors. v. Dr. Reddys Laboratories Limited

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9408

The Delhi High Court granted an injunction restraining Dr. Reddy's Laboratories from commercially launching Olaparib before patent expiry, permitting manufacture and export only under Section 107A of the Patents Act, 1970.

intellectual_property appeal_allowed

Shanti v. Gurbaksh Singh Through LRs

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9418

The Delhi High Court upheld the trial court's rejection of belated evidence irrelevant to tenancy, dismissing the petition challenging the dismissal of an application to summon an official witness.

civil petition_dismissed

Rituraj Kumar v. State of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9346

The Delhi High Court dismissed the anticipatory bail application of an accused facing serious sexual assault charges, emphasizing the gravity of offences and non-cooperation with investigation.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Devender Dubey v. State of N.C.T. of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9299

The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of Devender Dubey accused of impersonating an ED officer and conspiring to extort money, holding that the serious allegations and evidence warranted denial of bail at the pre-trial stage.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Darshan Harish Joshi v. State (NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9303

Delhi High Court dismissed bail application of accused involved in a conspiracy to impersonate Enforcement Directorate officials and extort money, holding that serious allegations and material evidence justify denial of bail at the pre-trial stage.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Vinod Kumar v. State (GNCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9345

Delhi High Court granted parole to a life-convict to file a Special Leave Petition before the Supreme Court, holding that parole rejection was arbitrary and that filing SLP is a recognized ground for parole under prison rules.

criminal petition_allowed

Arshad v. State Govt of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9296

The Delhi High Court held that non-filing of the FSL report with the charge-sheet does not entitle an accused to default bail under NDPS Act cases absent any general direction from the Supreme Court.

criminal petition_dismissed

Jagmohan Meena v. Municipal Corporation of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9329-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the Tribunal's dismissal of a contempt petition, holding that the respondents complied with the Tribunal's order by issuing a reasoned order and that promotion grievances must be pursued through fresh Tribunal proceedings.

administrative petition_dismissed

Vinod Kumar v. State of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9325

The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of Vinod Kumar accused of impersonation and extortion, holding that the serious nature of the offences and his central role in the conspiracy warranted denial of bail pending trial.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Seema Devi & Ors. v. HDFC Ergo General Insurance Co Ltd & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9335

The Delhi High Court upheld the MACT award with modifications on income assessment, dependency, and non-pecuniary damages, affirming retrospective application of Pranay Sethi and recognizing parents as dependents for compensation.

civil appeal_dismissed

Salman v. State Govt of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9294

The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of an accused in a commercial quantity narcotics case, holding that the statutory bar under Section 37 of the NDPS Act applies and bail cannot be granted without reasonable grounds to believe the accused is not guilty.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Naeem Ahmed v. State Govt of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9295

The Delhi High Court held that non-filing of the FSL report with the charge-sheet does not entitle an accused to default bail under Section 167(2) CrPC in NDPS cases, dismissing the petition for default bail despite the Supreme Court granting interim bail in related cases.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Smita Chaudhry & Ors. v. Pawan Kumar Yadav & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9316

The Delhi High Court upheld the final partition decree and held that a preliminary consent decree not challenged timely cannot be set aside on grounds of alleged fraud, affirming the court's power to order sale under Order XX Rule 18 CPC and rejecting claims for share modification based on subsequent law changes.

civil appeal_dismissed

M/S SETHI SONS (INDIA) v. ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER AND ORS.

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9318-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner’s refund claim of unutilised input tax credit despite delay caused by technical glitches in GST portal filing, directing authorities to process the claim on merits.

tax petition_allowed

Yogesh @ Govardhan v. State Govt. of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9322

The Delhi High Court granted bail to an undertrial accused charged under the NDPS Act after he had undergone custody for more than half of the minimum sentence period, holding that prolonged detention violates fundamental rights and Section 37 NDPS does not bar bail in such circumstances.

criminal bail_granted

Nawabuddin v. Shaffiulla @ Raja

Delhi High Court · 22 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9347

The Delhi High Court upheld a decree of possession against a tenant who failed to file a written statement, rejecting reliance on an unregistered long-term lease and holding that service of summons sufficed to terminate tenancy under Section 106 of the Transfer of Property Act.

civil appeal_dismissed