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M/S Rocks Buildcon Pvt Ltd & Anr. v. Ram Kishan Singh
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal and upheld the setting aside of an arbitral award that altered the contract terms and failed to comply with Section 28(3) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Lava International Ltd v. M/S Lakecity Telecom Pvt. Ltd
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, holding that the arbitration clause's venue in New Delhi constitutes the seat of arbitration, thereby conferring jurisdiction on Delhi courts despite the respondent's non-appearance.
POWER HF PRIVATE LIMITED v. PERFECT DIESEL SALES & SERVICE & ANR.
The Delhi High Court held that the agreed seat of arbitration at New Delhi confers exclusive jurisdiction on it to appoint a sole arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, overruling the respondents' objection to jurisdiction.
Rajender Kumar v. Manju Sharma
The Delhi High Court allowed the husband's appeal and granted divorce on the ground of desertion, holding that the wife had permanently abandoned the matrimonial home with intent not to resume cohabitation.
Arti Gupta v. Prashant Nagpal & Ors.
The Delhi High Court granted summary judgment in favor of the registered owner, holding that unregistered mortgage claims unsupported by evidence cannot defeat a valid sale deed and possession rights.
JSIW Infrastructure Pvt Ltd v. ONGC Ltd
Delhi High Court set aside arbitral awards for misinterpreting an unambiguous contract clause by impermissibly relying on prior correspondence to deny excise duty reimbursement.
Reengus Sikar Expressway Ltd. v. National Highway Authority of India
The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal restoring the Arbitral Tribunal's award for annuity payments alongside bonus for early completion, holding that the Single Judge erred in substituting the Tribunal's reasonable contract interpretation with a perverse one.
GOVT. OF NCT OF DELHI v. M/S R.S SHARMA CONTRACTORS PVT. LTD
The Delhi High Court upheld an arbitral award directing payment to the contractor, holding that limited judicial interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act applies only in cases of patent illegality or procedural irregularity, and that the arbitrator's findings including economic duress were supported by evidence.
Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss v. Central Bureau of Investigation
Delhi High Court allowed a criminal accused to appear through video conferencing under CrPC provisions and court policy, setting aside trial court's order denying such exemption.
Sunita & Ors. v. Shamsheer Alam & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that contributory negligence cannot be attributed to a deceased passenger in a motor accident without specific evidence and reduced the deduction for personal expenses from half to one-third, enhancing the compensation awarded.
Captain Sudhanshu Bhardwaj v. Air India Limited
The Delhi High Court held that the Supreme Court's order excluding the COVID-19 period from limitation applies to arbitration proceedings, allowing the petition for appointment of a substitute arbitrator as filed within the extended limitation period.
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare v. M/s Hosmac Projects Division of Hosmac India Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court held that delivery of an arbitral award to an agent or related entity does not constitute valid service on the party for limitation purposes under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, allowing the appeal and remanding the matter for merits.
The Oriental Insurance Co Ltd v. Junis Khan & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award, condoned delay in cross-objections, clarified procedural aspects post legal offer rejection, and modified compensation for a deceased homemaker in line with Supreme Court precedents.
Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss v. Central Bureau of Investigation
The Delhi High Court allowed the accused to appear virtually in a criminal trial under Section 482 CrPC, setting aside the Trial Court's order denying exemption from physical appearance, emphasizing the Court's discretion and policies on hybrid hearings.
Jasmeet Singh @ Ginni v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court dismissed the accused’s interim bail application on medical grounds, holding that the seriousness of the murder charge and availability of alternative caregivers outweigh the need for his release.
M/S INDOJ CONSULTANT PVT LTD v. SHRI GOVIND MISHRA
The Delhi High Court held that where a statutory remedy of revision under Section 115 CPC is available, a petition under Article 227 challenging dismissal of an application under Order XII Rule 6 CPC is not maintainable.
New India Assurance Co. Ltd. v. M/S. Gill Acqu Hydro Power Generation Company Pvt. Ltd.
The Delhi High Court upheld an arbitral award applying the 10% deductible clause in an insurance policy, rejecting the insurer's claim for a 5% deductible based on a cover letter and internal circulars, emphasizing limited judicial interference under Section 34.
Prem Kumar v. Kalpana Kumar
The Delhi High Court allowed the husband's appeal and granted divorce on the ground of mental cruelty arising from the wife's hostility towards his mother and prolonged separation.
Amit Bansal & Anr. v. The Central Bureau of Investigation
The Delhi High Court quashed over 32-year-old criminal proceedings against petitioners in a bank fraud case due to full settlement and violation of the right to speedy trial under Article 21.
Alok Kumar Lodha v. Asian Hotels (North) Ltd.
The Delhi High Court held that disputes arising from license agreements involving declarations of rights in personam are arbitrable and referred the suits to arbitration under the valid arbitration clause.