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Kamini Arya v. The State (Govt. of NCT) Delhi

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8147

The Delhi High Court dismissed the interim bail application of an accused in a gruesome murder case, holding that medical urgency was not substantiated and the gravity of the offence warranted denial of bail at the trial stage.

criminal petition_dismissed

Resorts Consortium India Limited v. Income Tax Appellate Tribunal SMC-1, Delhi Bench & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8246-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of delay in filing an income tax appeal, holding that bona fide pursuit of a review application and lack of notice of the order constituted sufficient cause under the Limitation Act.

tax appeal_allowed

Bimla v. Nirmala & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8276

The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of delay and impleadment of legal heirs in place of the deceased plaintiff and permitted withdrawal of the suit based on a compromise deed between the parties.

civil appeal_allowed

Deepali Designs & Exhibits Private Limited v. Pico Hong Kong Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8273

The Delhi High Court dismissed the plaintiff's application for interim injunction restraining defendants from disposing of their share in an Arbitral Award and using the consortium trade name, as the award amount was already deposited in court and no prima facie case was made out.

civil appeal_dismissed

Sanjay Gupta v. Government of NCT of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8258

The Delhi High Court held that consolidation proceedings in Village Chandanhula are complete and directed authorities to process the petitioner's housing project application without indefinite delay.

property petition_allowed

Pankaj Akshan v. State

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8148

The Delhi High Court upheld the order denying release of 90 grams of melted gold to the complainant due to lack of evidence connecting it to stolen jewellery and recognized the right of the deceased accused's legal representatives to possession after abatement of proceedings.

criminal petition_dismissed

Balbir Singh Khandelwal v. Jawaharlal Nehru University & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8318

The Delhi High Court upheld the suspension of a university employee in contemplation of disciplinary enquiry, holding it lawful and not violative of natural justice or fundamental rights.

administrative petition_dismissed

Shreyash Retail Private Ltd v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax TDS Circle 77(1) & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8085-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside a non-speaking order denying a lower TDS deduction certificate under Section 197 of the Income Tax Act and remanded the matter for fresh, reasoned consideration.

tax appeal_allowed

Rainbow Digital Services Pvt Ltd v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8092-DB

The Delhi High Court held that recovery of outstanding dues from a corporate debtor in liquidation must be pursued before the NCLT, and the High Court will not entertain parallel writ petitions under Article 226 when the issue is pending insolvency proceedings.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Naveen Kumar Saini v. Delhi Development Authority and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8105-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the withdrawal of the petitioner's appointment offer by DDA after multiple extensions to join, ruling no show cause notice was required before appointing the next candidate.

administrative petition_dismissed

Department of Defence Research and Development v. Deepti Bhardwaj & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8108-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's order directing promotion consideration for a senior officer alongside her junior, affirming that statutory Recruitment Rules and DoP&T guidelines mandate seniors be considered when juniors are promoted.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Dr. Ajay Pal v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8093-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging the appointment and tenure of the Director of MDNIY, holding that the incumbent met essential qualifications and the appointment was lawful, with no evidence of forgery or unauthorized extension.

administrative petition_dismissed

Ramesh Kumar & Ors. v. Rajiv Sharma

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8097

The High Court allowed limited relief to petitioners by permitting further evidence after closure by the Trial Court under Section 151 CPC, balancing procedural fairness with expeditious trial under its supervisory jurisdiction under Article 227.

civil appeal_allowed

NTPC LTD. v. SH. PANKAJ KUMAR & ORS.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8167

The Delhi High Court allowed the plaintiff's withdrawal of the civil suit under Order XXIII Rule 1 CPC, holding that defendants cannot oppose withdrawal except on costs.

civil appeal_allowed

Ruchika Rai Madan v. Directorate of Education & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8116-DB

The Delhi High Court held that disciplinary proceedings initiated under the Employees Service Regulations by the appointing Society are valid and a writ petition challenging a show cause notice or chargesheet at the inquiry stage is not maintainable.

labor appeal_dismissed

Indian Agro & Recycled Paper Mills Association v. Tafcon Projects (India) Pvt Ltd

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8170

The Delhi High Court disposed of a civil suit by enforcing the parties' Settlement Agreement and ordered a 50% refund of court fees to the plaintiff.

civil appeal_allowed

Indian Oil Corporation Limited v. Ravindra Singh Proprietor of M/S Ravi Oil

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8169

The Delhi High Court allowed withdrawal of a commercial petition on the basis of a voluntary settlement recorded in a Memorandum of Understanding under Section 151 CPC.

civil appeal_allowed

Mayank Antil v. The State of NCT Delhi

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8155

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application in a murder case, holding that detailed scrutiny of evidence is premature at this stage and the circumstantial material justifies continued custody.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Sandesh v. Commissioner, Municipal Corporation of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8106-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the termination of a long-term terminable engagement ANM, holding no legal right to regularization arises absent a formal appointment.

administrative petition_dismissed

Sumesh Devi v. Kunwar Pal

Delhi High Court · 07 Nov 2023 · 2023:DHC:8129

Delhi High Court set aside the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal’s order adjourning a claim petition sine die on prima facie jurisdictional and genuineness doubts, directing the Tribunal to decide the claim on merits after hearing parties and considering evidence.

civil appeal_allowed