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Jeetendra Gorakhnath Singh & Neetu Ojha Singh v. Yash Suresh Malani & Tanya Yash Malani

High Court of Bombay · 19 Aug 2023

The High Court set aside the dismissal of an adoption petition and custody order, directing a full trial to determine validity of adoption under HAMA, emphasizing the necessity of actual giving and taking with consent and proper judicial inquiry.

family appeal_allowed

Ravinder Kumar v. Raj Singh

Delhi High Court · 19 Aug 2023 · 2024:DHC:6544

The Delhi High Court held that under Section 29A(4) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, the Court can extend the mandate of an Arbitral Tribunal even after expiry, and accordingly extended the mandate by six months.

civil petition_allowed

Trishul Media Entertainment v. Retrophiles Private Limited & Ors.

High Court of Bombay · 18 Aug 2023

The Bombay High Court dismissed the Plaintiff's claim for on-screen credits and representative suit status, holding that the Plaintiff was in material breach and lacked commonality of interest with its employees under Order I, Rule 8 CPC.

civil appeal_dismissed

Sarveshwar Logistics Services Pvt. Ltd. v. Union of India

High Court of Bombay · 18 Aug 2023

The Bombay High Court held that a new customs circular cannot be applied retrospectively to deny exemption from cost recovery charges, directing exemption from the date of the original application despite administrative delays.

administrative petition_allowed

Deenbandhu Singh Shivsaran Singh v. Bharat Tarachand Bhaglat & Ors.

High Court of Bombay · 18 Aug 2023

The Bombay High Court allowed the appeal to enhance compensation for death in a motor vehicle accident, applying the multiplier method and considering the deceased's potential income based on classmates' earnings.

civil appeal_allowed

Batra Medicos & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:LHC:5869-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the disqualification of highest bidders on grounds of predatory pricing and affirmed the tender award to next highest bidders, dismissing challenges to the process and revocation of MSE purchase preference.

administrative petition_dismissed

Rahul Sharma v. South Delhi Municipal Corporation

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023

The Delhi High Court upheld compensation awarded to daily wager employees terminated illegally, holding reinstatement is not automatic for temporary workers without sanctioned posts.

labor appeal_dismissed

ASI Ashok Kumar v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:6044-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging a show cause notice issued for non-disclosure of conviction and alleged misconduct, holding that no interference is warranted at this preliminary stage.

criminal petition_dismissed

Shahrukh v. State

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5896

The Delhi High Court granted bail to the accused in a theft case involving alleged administration of intoxicating substances, relying on the negative FSL report and period of custody.

criminal appeal_allowed

Mattel Inc v. Present Enterprises & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5943

The Delhi High Court granted permanent injunctions protecting Mattel's registered 'KICK AND PLAY' trademark and 'Rainforest Family' characters against infringing baby gyms sold online, directing Flipkart to remove infringing listings upon notice.

intellectual_property appeal_allowed

R.K. Kapoor v. National Capital Territory of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5865-DB

The Delhi High Court mandated effective enforcement and monitoring of rainwater harvesting systems across Delhi to address critical water scarcity, emphasizing inter-agency coordination and integration with urban planning.

administrative petition_allowed

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

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:6159

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under the Indian Electricity Act after the parties amicably settled the dispute and the petitioners paid the full assessed amount.

criminal petition_allowed

O P Gupta v. Central Bureau of Investigation

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5848

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appellant's application for suspension of sentence during appeal, holding that suspension is discretionary and requires a prima facie case of acquittal, which was not established.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Siddhartha Mukherjee v. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:6088

The Delhi High Court upheld the principle of 'no work no pay' and dismissed the petition challenging salary deductions due to the petitioner's deliberate refusal to join reassigned duties.

labor petition_dismissed

Saurabh Shukla v. Niva Bupa Health Insurance Co. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5964

Delhi High Court held that persons with disabilities have a constitutional and statutory right to non-discriminatory health insurance coverage, directing IRDAI and insurers to ensure appropriate products and compliance.

administrative petition_allowed

Disha Langan v. Directorate of Revenue Intelligence

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5877

The Delhi High Court quashed summons and criminal complaint against a shooter petitioner, holding that mere use of her license by her father without her knowledge does not establish criminal liability under the Customs Act.

criminal petition_allowed

MS D I C INDIA LTD v. MR UDAY CHAUDHARY & ANR.

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:6167

The Delhi High Court upheld the maintainability of a Section 33-A complaint before the Industrial Tribunal for termination during conciliation proceedings without permission, dismissing the employer's challenge as an abuse of process.

labor petition_dismissed

Allied Engineering Works Private Limited v. National Faceless Assessment Centre Delhi

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:6377-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside a penalty order for failure to grant personal hearing, directing a fresh hearing and speaking order under Section 35(2AB) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

tax appeal_allowed

Rattan Lal & Anr. v. Ragunath

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:5835

The Delhi High Court dismissed the second appeal upholding the plaintiff's ownership and possession rights over the property, rejecting the defendants' belated objections to document proof and plea of adverse possession raised for the first time in appeal.

civil appeal_dismissed

Pinki Tour and Travels Limited v. Income Tax Department

Delhi High Court · 18 Aug 2023 · 2023:DHC:6140-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside an assessment order under the Income Tax Act for breach of natural justice and directed a fresh assessment after affording the petitioner a proper hearing.

tax appeal_allowed