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Sita Ram & Son v. Manoj Kumar Jain

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9222

The Delhi High Court fixed tentative use and occupation charges payable by the tenant during the pendency of a revision petition post eviction order, conditioning interim protection on timely payment.

property other

Anita Goyal & Anr. v. Varun Batta

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9125

The Delhi High Court held that dismissal of a written statement for default is impermissible without service of summons under Order V Rule 1 CPC and granted the defendants a final opportunity to file their written statement subject to costs.

civil appeal_allowed

Anuj Kumar v. Union of India and Anr

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9240-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging the rejection of the petitioner on height grounds, holding that official medical measurements by authorized Forces doctors prevail over civilian certificates.

administrative petition_dismissed

Bharat Nidhi Limited v. Securities and Exchange Board of India

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023

The Delhi High Court held it has territorial jurisdiction under Article 226 to entertain writ petitions challenging SEBI's revocation of a settlement order, rejecting SEBI's objection based on forum non conveniens and emphasizing cause of action within its territory.

administrative appeal_allowed

Dr. Arun Mohan v. Central Bureau of Investigation

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9091

The Delhi High Court held that a Resolution Professional under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code is not a public servant under the Prevention of Corruption Act, quashing the FIR and remand order against the petitioner.

criminal petition_allowed

Virindra Kapoor v. Vijay Kumar Sharma & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9123

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging the trial court's order on jurisdiction under the Enemy Property Act, directing the petitioner to raise the issue via cross objections in the pending appeal to avoid multiplicity of proceedings.

civil petition_dismissed

Masroor Khan v. Mohsina Khatun

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9147

The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of delay in filing the written statement subject to payment of rent arrears, emphasizing the need for credible medical evidence and bona fide conduct in landlord-tenant disputes.

civil appeal_allowed

SMAAASH LEISURE LTD v. AMBIENCE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPERS PVT. LTD.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023

The Delhi High Court set aside arbitral awards due to unilateral appointment of the arbitrator violating Section 12(5) of the Arbitration Act, holding that waiver requires express written agreement and that awards by an ineligible arbitrator are void.

commercial_arbitration appeal_allowed

TDI Infrastructure Ltd v. Sushil Kumar Goyal

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9183

The Delhi High Court condoned a 190-day delay in filing a consumer appeal due to sufficient cause and restored the appeal subject to costs and deposit of decreetal amount.

civil appeal_allowed

Mahesh v. Ramesh & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9283

The Court allowed the landlord's application to fix use and occupation charges subject to the tenant's undertaking to vacate the premises by a specified date, with interim protection conditional on compliance.

property petition_allowed

Kunwar Mahender Dhwaj Prasad Singh v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9129

The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition claiming sovereign rights over Beswan Avibhajya Rajya, holding that disputed title and sovereignty issues must be resolved in civil courts, not through writ jurisdiction.

constitutional petition_dismissed

M/S. PON PURE CHEMICAL PVT. LTD. v. COMMISSIONER OF EMPLOYEES COMPENSATION

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9090

The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Commissioner's award of compensation and interest to the legal heirs of a deceased worker, holding that the deceased was an employee under the Employee's Compensation Act despite absence of formal contract.

labor appeal_dismissed

Nidhi Sawnani v. Harsh Sawnani

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9085-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed the appellant's appeal permitting belated filing of the written statement in a divorce proceeding under the Family Courts Act, 1984, balancing procedural timelines with the interests of justice and minor children.

family appeal_allowed

Randa Chehab v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9126

The Delhi High Court upheld the deportation and blacklisting of a foreign national for violating business visa conditions by unauthorized public fund collection, ruling that such administrative action is lawful and not subject to interference under Article 226.

constitutional petition_dismissed

Amrit Lal Wadhera & Anr. v. Saroj Suneja

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9089

The Delhi High Court set aside an eviction order due to defective service of summons and remanded the case for fresh proceedings ensuring proper service and due process under the Delhi Rent Control Act.

property appeal_allowed

Naveen Gupta v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9094-DB

The High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the dismissal of a delayed recruitment claim by the Administrative Tribunal, affirming that candidates have no indefeasible right to appointment and that delay without sufficient cause is fatal.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Vinay Kapoor v. State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9164

The Delhi High Court granted Probate of a duly executed last Will dated 01.05.2017, finding no objections and confirming the testatrix's sound mind and ownership.

civil petition_allowed

Devans Modern Breweries Limited v. Jagpin Breweries Limited

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9138

The Delhi High Court granted a permanent injunction restraining a brewery from using competitor's branded glass bottles for its beer, holding such use infringes trademark and design rights and causes consumer confusion.

civil appeal_allowed

Adarsh Gaur v. State of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9112

The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal against acquittal in a cheque dishonour case, holding that procedural defects in electronic evidence are curable and discrepancies in postal receipt dates cannot alone dismiss a complaint under Section 138 NI Act.

criminal appeal_allowed

Rajender Kumar Pahwa & Ors. v. Bureau of Immigration & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9349

The Delhi High Court quashed the Look Out Circular issued against company directors solely for bank loan default, holding that LOCs cannot be used as a tool for debt recovery absent criminal proceedings.

administrative petition_allowed