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Dinesh v. State

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7564

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application in a gruesome murder case, holding that discrepancies in evidence and parity with co-accused granted bail on humanitarian grounds do not justify bail at this stage.

criminal appeal_dismissed

The Oriental Insurance Company Ltd v. Ms Pinki

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7612

The Delhi High Court upheld compensation for the cost and replacement of a prosthetic limb over the injured's lifetime, adjusted the interest rate on compensation, and clarified interest applicability on amounts not yet spent.

civil appeal_allowed

Union of India v. V. Kameswar Rao

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7610-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's order recognizing 'Moulder' and 'Foundry Man' trades as equivalent for recruitment, dismissing the petition challenging the inclusion of candidates with 'Foundry Man' qualifications for 'Moulder' posts.

administrative petition_dismissed

National Federation of the Blind v. Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7551-DB

Delhi High Court held that statutory reservation for persons with disabilities must be computed on total vacancies including identified and unidentified posts, set aside exclusion of the post of Principal from reservation, and directed strict compliance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

administrative petition_allowed

MRS. B v. The Union of India & Anr

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7554

Delhi High Court allowed a pregnant woman beyond 20 weeks to seek termination under MTP Act on grounds of changed marital circumstances and directed constitution of Medical Board to assess safety.

constitutional other

Prabhu Dayal v. Jatan Singh

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7691

The Delhi High Court dismissed the second appeal, holding that a trespasser without valid title cannot resist possession decrees in favor of the recorded owner, and acquisition by DDA does not bar the owner’s suit for possession.

civil appeal_dismissed

Pankaj Daang v. State of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7557

The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the accused in a serious extortion and abetment to suicide case, citing contradictions in prosecution evidence and compliance with interim bail conditions.

criminal appeal_allowed

Radha v. Renu Arora

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023

The Delhi High Court dismissed the second appeal for lack of substantial question of law, affirming that reappreciation of facts is impermissible in second appeals under Section 100 CPC.

civil appeal_dismissed

M/S Columbia Petro Chem Pvt. Ltd. v. Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Council & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7583

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging arbitration proceedings under the MSMED Act, holding that disputed factual issues regarding MSME registration date must be decided by the arbitrator and declined to interfere at the interlocutory stage.

civil appeal_dismissed

Centre for Policy Research v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7582

The Delhi High Court held that during suspension under the FCRA, an entity may utilize 25% of the total unutilized foreign contribution held in all forms, including fixed deposits and government bonds, not limited to current account balances.

administrative appeal_allowed

Amandeep Singh Dhall v. Central Bureau of Investigation

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023

The Delhi High Court allowed the transfer of an accused in judicial custody to a specialized hospital for medical treatment under strict conditions ensuring custody and security.

criminal other

Rajinder Singh Passi & Anr. v. Tata Capital Financial Services Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7657

The Delhi High Court clarified that interim relief granted without merit adjudication is temporary and directed the Debt Recovery Tribunal to decide the interim prayer within four weeks, disposing of the review petition accordingly.

civil petition_allowed

Shri Shori Lal v. Ismat Zehra

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7683

The Delhi High Court directed the tenant to pay tentative use and occupation charges at Rs.10,000 per month during the pendency of the revision petition following an eviction order, subject to final adjudication.

civil other

Dinesh Kumar and Ors. v. Central Public Works Department and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7553-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal upholding the Industrial Tribunal's factual finding that the appellants were employed by private contractors and not CPWD, and held that principal employer liability under CLRA arises only after dues are determined and contractors fail to pay.

labor appeal_dismissed

Delhi Public School Society v. Aviral Education Welfare and Cultural Society and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7592

The Delhi High Court upheld injunction restraining unauthorized use of DPS trademarks post-termination of joint venture, allowing limited interim use for current students with conditions to protect interests and ensure compliance.

civil appeal_allowed

Mannan & Ors. v. State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi) & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7574

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and divorce by khula, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.

criminal petition_allowed

Navnath Sampat Pukale v. State

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7552

The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the petitioner accused of criminal breach of trust under Section 408 IPC, holding that the offence under Section 411 IPC was not made out and emphasizing the presumption of innocence and principles governing bail.

criminal appeal_allowed

LA GAJJAR MACHINERIES PVT LTD v. KESARI LAL - ARUNA INDUSTRIES AND ANR

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7595

The Delhi High Court directed the Registrar of Trade Marks to promptly update the status of an expired trademark on the official website and disposed of the petition with liberty to revive if renewed.

intellectual_property petition_dismissed

Mohd. Khalid @ Altaf v. State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7565

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application in a murder case, holding that the gravity of the offence and evidence on record preclude bail despite some inconsistencies in witness testimonies.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co. Ltd. v. Sunita Devi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Oct 2023 · 2023:DHC:7613

The Delhi High Court upheld the compensation award fixing the deceased's income at Rs. 21,000 per month based on employer testimony and prevailing wages, dismissing the insurer's appeal.

civil appeal_dismissed