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Union of India v. Arun Mishra & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4509-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld that an IAS officer's voluntary retirement application is deemed accepted upon expiry of the mandatory notice period absent a communicated refusal, affirming automatic retirement under Rule 16(2) of the All India Service Rules.

service_law appeal_dismissed

Pr. Commissioner of Income Tax (Central)-2 v. Nagar Dairy Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4559-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the revenue's appeal holding that additions under Section 153C must relate to the assessment year of the seized documents, and documents pertaining to other years cannot justify reopening assessments.

tax appeal_dismissed

Dauphin Travel Marketing Private Limited v. Income Tax Officer, Ward 7(1), Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4558-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside an income tax assessment order for failing to grant the petitioner a minimum seven-day opportunity to respond to a show-cause notice, emphasizing adherence to natural justice principles.

tax appeal_allowed

BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC v. NATCO PHARMA LIMITED

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023

The Delhi High Court upheld Bayer's patent on Regorafenib, ruling that the species patent is not anticipated by the earlier genus patent and maintaining interim injunction against alleged infringers.

intellectual_property appeal_allowed

INOX AIR PRODUCTS PRIVATE LIMITED v. MR. ARUN RATHI

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4541

The Delhi High Court held that a civil prisoner sentenced for contempt under Section 12(3) of the Contempt of Courts Act, 1971 is entitled to remission under the Delhi Prison Rules, 2018.

criminal petition_allowed

Delfin Expo Mart v. Royal Regency Fassions Pvt Ltd & Others

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4525

The Delhi High Court allowed the Official Liquidator's application to dissolve a company in liquidation with no realizable assets, exempting the liquidator from inviting creditor claims under Section 481 of the Companies Act, 1956.

corporate petition_allowed

Jannat Ansari v. The State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4619

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under IPC and POCSO offences following a voluntary amicable settlement between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.

criminal petition_allowed

COMMUNICATION COMPONENTS ANTENA INC. v. ROSENBERGER HOCHFREQUENZTECHNIK GMBH & CO. KG

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4582

Delhi High Court framed issues and issued procedural directions for summary adjudication in a patent infringement suit concerning patent IN240893 under the Patent Rules, 2022.

intellectual_property other

Union of India v. M/S RAMACIVIL INDIA CONSTRUCTION PRIVATE LIMITED

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4570

The Delhi High Court upheld an arbitral award adjusting the commencement date due to delayed site possession, affirmed arbitrability of delay issues, set aside unauthorized additional costs, and dismissed the petition challenging the award.

civil petition_dismissed

Rahul Slathia v. Union of India and Others

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4565-DB

The Delhi High Court quashed the medical board's rejection of the petitioner on hypertension grounds for non-compliance with mandatory hospitalization and testing guidelines, directing a fresh examination.

administrative petition_allowed

Naresh Kumar Sood and Others v. Union of India and Others

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4508-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging a pay fixation order, directing the petitioners to approach the Central Administrative Tribunal through fresh proceedings.

administrative petition_dismissed

Nekpal Singh v. State of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4528

The Delhi High Court granted anticipatory bail to a 62-year-old advocate accused of forgery and facilitating an unlawful marriage, subject to conditions ensuring cooperation with the investigation.

criminal appeal_allowed

Sterlite Power Transmission Limited v. M/S EPC Solutions LLP

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4520

The Delhi High Court held that the MSMED Act applies to suppliers who were micro or small enterprises on the contract date, and MSEFC jurisdiction extends accordingly, upholding arbitration referral despite respondent's later reclassification as a medium enterprise.

civil appeal_dismissed

M/S Metal Edge v. Sales Tax Officer Class II & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4573-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a Goods and Services Tax Officer designated by notification is a proper officer under the CGST Act empowered to issue show cause notices and cancel GST registration, dismissing the petitioner’s challenge on jurisdictional grounds.

tax petition_dismissed

Shri Akram Ali & Ors. v. The State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4954

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A and 406 IPC arising from a matrimonial dispute upon the parties' genuine settlement and dissolution of marriage.

criminal petition_allowed

Wasim and Others v. The State and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4952

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A and 406 IPC arising from matrimonial disputes based on an amicable settlement and mutual divorce, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C.

criminal appeal_allowed

Upasana Gupta v. Directorate of Education Government of NCT of Delhi and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4473

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition seeking regularization and pay fixation of a teacher, holding that termination orders are challengeable only before the Delhi School Tribunal under Section 8(3) of the Delhi School Education Act, 1973.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Santosh Kumar Aggarwal v. M/S Aluco Panel Limited

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4554-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal, holding that Section 12A of the Commercial Courts Act applies prospectively and that failure to file a written statement within 120 days bars raising jurisdictional and merit-based defenses.

civil appeal_dismissed

The Hershey Company v. Dilip Kumar Bacha

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4550

The Delhi High Court considered the jurisdictional question of maintainability of a trademark cancellation petition under Section 57 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, and appointed amici curiae to assist on the issue, deferring final decision.

intellectual_property other

Pepsico India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. v. Kavitha Kuruganti

Delhi High Court · 05 Jul 2023 · 2023:DHC:4460

The Delhi High Court upheld the revocation of PepsiCo India's registration of the FL 2027 potato variety due to incorrect information and failure to provide valid assignment proof under the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001.

intellectual_property appeal_dismissed