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Satish Swaroop & Anr. v. Nipon Dholua

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8873

The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's discretion to dismiss a decree on admission under Order XII Rule 6 CPC, holding that no clear, unequivocal admission existed and revisional jurisdiction under Section 115 CPC was not attracted.

civil appeal_dismissed

Rajpal v. State of Rajasthan

Supreme Court of India · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023 INSC 1089

The Supreme Court dismissed the bail appeal as withdrawn but directed High Courts to list all bail applications arising from the same FIR before the same Judge to ensure consistency and avoid conflicting orders.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Prafful Shukla and Others v. Government of Madhya Pradesh

Supreme Court of India · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023 INSC 1061

The Supreme Court upheld the State Government's merger of Adult Education Department staff into the Education Department as a valid policy decision not subject to judicial interference.

civil appeal_dismissed

Sekaran v. The State of Tamil Nadu

Supreme Court of India · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023 INSC 1062

The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant of culpable homicide charges due to unreliable prosecution evidence, unexplained delay in FIR, and non-examination of key witnesses, emphasizing the benefit of doubt principle.

criminal appeal_allowed

Kapil Mishra v. University Grants Commission & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2024:DHC:1925

The Delhi High Court directed NUJS to issue a certificate to a student who completed a non-UGC-recognized online course, relying on statutory powers and equitable considerations upheld by precedent.

administrative petition_allowed

Maxxcab Wires and Cables Private Limited v. Union of India & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2024:DHC:5622

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking contempt proceedings against the Union of India, holding that de-listing does not violate interim orders restraining recovery proceedings under Section 9 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act.

civil petition_dismissed

Union of India & Ors. v. Sunil Kumar Rathee

Delhi High Court · 12 Dec 2023 · 2023 SCC OnLine P&H 4880

The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's order setting aside the cancellation and debarment of a candidate based on inconclusive handwriting evidence and violation of natural justice, directing thumb impression verification before any adverse decision.

administrative petition_dismissed

Rajendra Shivkumar Pawar v. Sanjay Bhau Dalvi

High Court of Bombay · 11 Dec 2023

The Bombay High Court held that the Sub-Divisional Officer is empowered to hear appeals under Section 74 of the Maharashtra Tenancy Act, dismissing the petition challenging his jurisdiction.

administrative petition_dismissed

Vishal Prabhakar Parab v. The State of Maharashtra

High Court of Bombay · 11 Dec 2023

The Bombay High Court set aside orders refusing an arms licence for failure to properly apply Section 14 of the Arms Act and remanded the matter for fresh consideration.

administrative appeal_allowed

Pralhad Chavatrao Lawand v. Parvati Mahila Gramin Bigar Sheti Sahakari Pathsanstha Maryadit

High Court of Bombay · 11 Dec 2023

The Bombay High Court upheld the trial court's rejection of belated application to lead additional evidence, emphasizing the need for due diligence and bona fide intent under Section 151 CPC.

civil appeal_dismissed

The Executive Engineer & Anr v. Sunil Shankarrao Sanagar & Ors.

High Court of Bombay · 11 Dec 2023

The High Court upheld the Industrial Court's finding of unfair labour practice by the State and directed regularization of seasonal temporary workers on converted regular temporary establishment under the Kalelkar Award, dismissing the State's writ petition.

labor appeal_dismissed

Tata Capital Ltd. v. Umeshkumar Hanumandas Goyal

High Court of Bombay · 11 Dec 2023

The Bombay High Court quashed an FIR alleging theft against a financier who lawfully repossessed hypothecated equipment after due notice, holding such repossession does not constitute theft under IPC.

criminal petition_allowed

Manjit Singh v. Sports Authority of India & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8954

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition seeking the Arjuna Award, holding that judicial interference in expert sports selection decisions is limited to cases of arbitrariness or mala fide, which were absent here.

administrative petition_dismissed

Suman Gupta v. Ravinder Pratap & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8820

The Delhi High Court quashed defamation proceedings against a university dean, holding that official communications to a superior authority not published publicly fall within the exception to defamation under Section 499 IPC.

criminal petition_allowed

Ninama Sanjay Kumar Nagji v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8948-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to supply the petitioner with a copy of the Court of Inquiry proceedings in person, affirming the right to access inquiry documents in administrative dismissal cases.

administrative petition_allowed

LT COL RAJPAL SINGH v. UNION OF INDIA

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8947-DB

The Delhi High Court held that limitation under Section 122 of the Army Act applies only at the trial stage and allowed the petitioner to raise the limitation plea at the Court Martial stage, dismissing the writ petition challenging preliminary disciplinary proceedings.

administrative petition_dismissed

Sarita Tiwari v. Aastha Garments

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8898

The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Court's rejection of a worker's claim for reinstatement and back wages due to failure to prove continuous service of 240 days preceding termination under Section 25F of the Industrial Disputes Act.

labor appeal_dismissed

HARBANS LAL WADHWA TRADING AS UTTAM CHEMICALS v. SUBHASH CHAND TRADING AS SUBHASH CHAND AND SONS

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8932

The Delhi High Court framed issues and directed evidence in a trademark dispute concerning prior user rights over the mark 'UTTAM' pending final adjudication.

intellectual_property other

DELHI METAL COMPANY v. PR COMMISSIONER OF GOODS AND SERVICE TAX SOUTH DELHI

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8836-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the GST authorities to promptly cancel the petitioner's GST registration following business closure, while allowing further statutory action if violations are found.

administrative petition_allowed

Chhanga Mal Gupta v. Pradeep Arora & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 11 Dec 2023 · 2023:DHC:8862

The Delhi High Court recorded an amicable settlement in a tenancy eviction dispute, stayed eviction pending compliance with payment and possession terms, and disposed of the revision petition accordingly.

property petition_allowed