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M/S FRONTIER SALES v. M/S SUPERIOR EXIM PVT LTD

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4690-DB

The Delhi High Court granted adjournment and appointed pro bono counsel to a tenant disputing possession taken under an order passed under Section 14(1)(b) of the Delhi Rent Control Act.

property other

Salil Kant v. Meneta Automotive Component Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4597

The Delhi High Court held that a legal notice invoking arbitration under Section 21 need not follow a prescribed format and that limitation issues post-court liberty to initiate arbitration are to be decided by the arbitrator, thus appointing an arbitrator under Section 11(6).

arbitration appeal_allowed

INDIAN POTASH LTD v. M/S EMMSONS GULF DMCC

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4586-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal challenging an arbitral award holding that delayed shipment with liquidated damages clause exercised did not abrogate the contract and that judicial interference in arbitration awards is limited.

civil appeal_dismissed

Kavyanjali Dubey and Ors. v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4564-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld revised seniority lists for CISF Assistant Commandants based on UPSC examination and professional training marks in a 50:50 ratio, dismissing the petition challenging the applicability of Gazette Notifications and seniority criteria.

administrative petition_dismissed

Kritesh Yadav v. Union of India and Others

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4693-DB

The Delhi High Court quashed the Review Medical Board's rejection of the petitioner on hypertension grounds for non-compliance with mandatory medical examination guidelines and directed a fresh examination.

administrative petition_allowed

The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Mukesh

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4626-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's delayed criminal appeal against acquittal for failure to provide a sufficient explanation for the 439-day delay beyond the statutory limitation period.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Nayati Healthcare and Research NCR Private Limited v. Vidya Sagar Kaushalya Devi Memorial Health Centre

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4572

The Delhi High Court held that interim reliefs related to contract termination disputes must be decided by the Arbitral Tribunal under Section 17 of the Arbitration Act once constituted, and accordingly disposed of the petition with liberty to approach the Arbitrator.

civil petition_dismissed

IFFCO TOKIO GENERAL INSURANCE CO LTD v. KANHAIYA LAL RATHORE & ORS

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4604

The Delhi High Court modified a motor accident compensation award by reducing future prospects to 40% and adjusting conventional heads as per Supreme Court precedents, while directing immediate release of the compensation amount.

civil appeal_allowed

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High Court of Karnataka · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023 INSC 272

The Karnataka High Court clarified the principles governing bail under Section 439 CrPC, balancing the accused's right to liberty with the interests of justice in serious criminal cases.

criminal other

Vittha Manchanda v. Haryana State

High Court of Punjab and Haryana · 07 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court set aside anticipatory bail granted in a serious property fraud case, directing custodial interrogation and constituting a Special Investigation Team to ensure thorough investigation.

criminal appeal_allowed

Pratibha Manchanda v. State of Haryana

Supreme Court of India · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023 INSC 612

The Supreme Court set aside anticipatory bail granted in a land forgery case, emphasizing the necessity of custodial interrogation and ordering a Special Investigation Team to ensure a thorough probe.

criminal appeal_allowed

SRI LAKSHMANA GOWDA B.N. v. THE ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD

Supreme Court of India · 07 Jul 2023 · 2023 INSC 611

The Supreme Court enhanced compensation for a motor accident victim by accepting credible evidence of higher income and greater disability, applying the multiplier method and awarding damages for loss of marriage prospects.

civil appeal_allowed

Vinod Kumar v. District Magistrate Mau

Supreme Court of India · 07 Jul 2023

The Supreme Court held that disputes regarding apportionment of compensation under the National Highways Authority Act, 1956 must be referred to the Principal Civil Court, and the District Magistrate has no jurisdiction to decide such disputes.

property appeal_allowed

Pradeep Sahu v. Jawahar Lal Nehru University & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 07 Jul 2023 · 2024:DHC:3732

The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner’s UGC-NET JRF fellowship remained valid for five years from joining M.Phil, entitling him to Ph.D. admission at JNU, and quashed JNU’s rejection based on invalid fellowship grounds.

administrative petition_allowed

Akash Dipak Atole & Ors. v. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.

High Court of Bombay · 06 Jul 2023

The Bombay High Court allowed the writ petition directing the Education Department to approve the junior clerk appointment, holding that administrative delay cannot justify refusal when the management complies with staffing norms and procedures.

administrative petition_allowed

M/S NATIVE ESTATES PVT LTD. v. M/S ARAVALI INFRAPOWER LTD.

Delhi High Court · 06 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4633-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal challenging the sale of immovable property in liquidation proceedings, holding that the sale was valid as the appellant failed to participate in the auction or comply with procedural requirements.

corporate appeal_dismissed

M.K. Kaushal & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 06 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4551-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the pay disparity between FTDO (Non-CSS) and FTDO (CSS) based on differences in recruitment and duties, dismissing the petitioners' claim for pay parity.

administrative petition_dismissed

Mohan Singh v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 06 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4577-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the Indian Coast Guard's final medical board decision declaring the petitioner medically unfit, refusing to interfere with expert medical opinions in armed forces recruitment.

administrative petition_dismissed

Makemytrip India Private Limited v. Superb My Trip Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 06 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4566

The Delhi High Court recorded a lawful settlement agreement resolving trademark disputes in Google Ads as a decree and granted refund of court fees to the plaintiff.

civil appeal_allowed

Central Electronics Limited v. Energy Efficiency Services Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 06 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4540

The Delhi High Court held that invocation of unconditional bank guarantees cannot be restrained except in cases of egregious fraud or irretrievable harm, dismissing the petition seeking injunction against encashment despite contractual disputes and ongoing arbitration.

civil appeal_dismissed