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T.R. Srinivasan and Ors. v. Indira Gandhi National Open University and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023 SCC OnLine SC 1074

The Delhi High Court held that 'teachers and other academic staff' at IGNOU constitute a single class entitled to uniform service conditions including retirement at 65 years, career advancement, and seniority, and allowed amendment of the writ petition to reflect intervening statutory changes.

administrative appeal_allowed

National Insurance Co Ltd v. Chandro Devi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8977

The Delhi High Court reduced the compensation awarded in a motor accident claim by assessing the deceased's income based on minimum wages due to lack of proof, upheld interest at 9%, and granted loss of consortium compensation.

civil appeal_allowed

Dr. Muzaffar Azim v. The Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8874

The Delhi High Court remanded to Jamia Millia Islamia the question of whether the petitioner’s post as System Analyst is academic, directing a reasoned decision on his entitlement to enhanced retirement age and benefits.

administrative remanded

Pr. Commissioner of Income Tax (Central)-2 v. Versatile Polytech Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8852-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the revenue's delayed appeals against the ITAT order for lack of sufficient cause to condone the inordinate delay, emphasizing strict adherence to limitation laws even for government departments.

tax appeal_dismissed

Jaspreet Kaur v. State of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9278

The Delhi High Court allowed a petition directing preservation of CCTV footage and CDRs in a minor sexual assault case, emphasizing judicial sensitivity to victim's mental trauma and the necessity of evidence under Section 91 Cr.P.C.

criminal appeal_allowed

MBL Infrastructures Limited v. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9067

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging the arbitral award, holding that the Tribunal’s dismissal of damages claims was consistent with contract terms and no patent illegality or public policy violation warranted interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act.

civil petition_dismissed

Delhi Vocational School Society v. M/S R.K. Associates

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9070

The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's refusal to allow the plaintiff to lead additional evidence in rebuttal after closing their affirmative case, clarifying the scope of Order XVIII Rule 3 CPC.

civil petition_dismissed

The DG Delhi Doordarshan Kendra v. Mohd. Shahbaz Khan

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8882

The Delhi High Court held that violation of contract labour licensing provisions does not establish employer-employee relationship, setting aside the Industrial Tribunal's award of reinstatement and back wages to casual labourers.

labor appeal_allowed

Chennai Network Infrastructure Limited v. Loop Telecom Limited

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8993

The Delhi High Court transferred nascent winding up petitions against Loop Telecom Limited to the NCLT under Section 434 of the Companies Act, 2013, in light of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, holding that early-stage proceedings must be adjudicated by the NCLT.

corporate other

State v. Mohd. Alam @ Sonu

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9494-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of the accused in a POCSO case due to failure of prosecution to prove the victim's minor age and the accused's guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal petition_dismissed

Farzana Begum v. State NCT of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9005-DB

The Delhi High Court disposed of a habeas corpus petition seeking production of a missing minor, directing police to continue investigation with monthly status reports to the magistrate.

criminal petition_dismissed

The Commissioner of Income Tax - International Taxation -3 v. Travelport Global Distribution Systems B.V.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · [2023] 149 taxmann.com 470/454 ITR 289

The Delhi High Court condoned delay and dismissed the Revenue's appeal, affirming the Tribunal's 15 percent profit attribution rate for the respondent's Indian Permanent Establishment for AY 2015-16, following Supreme Court precedent.

tax appeal_dismissed

V. B. Sadawarte v. Union of India and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8892-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the respondents' reasoned order on pay anomaly claims and the Tribunal's dismissal of the contempt petition, holding no interference was warranted.

administrative petition_dismissed

Akum Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax, Delhi-1

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9472-DB

Reassessment proceedings initiated solely on audit objections without fresh material or independent AO satisfaction, after scrutiny assessment and full disclosure, constitute impermissible change of opinion and are invalid.

tax petition_allowed

National Insurance Company Ltd. v. Arjun Singh & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8975

The Delhi High Court upheld compensation for loss of consortium to each legal heir but set aside the award for loss of love and affection in a motor accident claim appeal.

civil appeal_allowed

Mohd. Kashif v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8933

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's writ and review petitions challenging alleged unauthorized construction and guest house operation, holding the guest house duly licensed and the petition vexatious due to nondisclosure of eviction proceedings.

civil petition_dismissed

Commissioner of Income Tax, Central-III, Delhi v. Income Tax Settlement Commission & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9422-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging claim rejection during insolvency proceedings, holding that the moratorium under Section 14 of the IBC prohibits such interference until the NCLT proceedings conclude.

administrative petition_dismissed

WAPCOS LTD v. JYOTI SARUP MITTAL

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8921

The Delhi High Court upheld the arbitral award on construction contract disputes, affirming limited judicial interference under Section 34 and validating the arbitrator's interest and escalation calculations.

civil petition_dismissed

Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd v. Hassad Food Company QSC & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8832-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed the bank's appeal setting aside an interim injunction restraining recovery under a corporate guarantee, holding that civil suits do not stay recovery proceedings under the Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act, 1993.

civil appeal_allowed

Mahaveer Tiwari v. Ramvir Sharma

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:9046

The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's order dismissing the petitioner's claim for refund of court fees paid on a withdrawn civil suit, holding that no legal provision allows refund after withdrawal under Order XXIII Rule 1 CPC.

civil petition_dismissed