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Sakib Ahmed v. State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3268

The Delhi High Court refused bail to an accused charged with sexual assault and blackmail of a minor, emphasizing the need to balance accused's liberty with victim's safety and distinguishing consensual adolescent relationships from coercive sexual abuse.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Union of India v. Dr. Mohammed Saleem

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3327-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a Tribunal cannot modify a disciplinary penalty but may remit the matter for reconsideration if the penalty is grossly disproportionate, limiting judicial review to procedural and legal errors.

administrative appeal_allowed

National Insurance Co Ltd v. Vimlesh @ Bimla & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3361

The Delhi High Court partly allowed the insurance company's appeal by modifying the compensation awarded in a fatal motor accident case, affirming insurer liability despite alleged fake driving license and clarifying entitlement of major sons as legal representatives.

motor_accident_compensation appeal_partly_allowed

Choice Hotels International, Inc. v. Oravel Stays Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3368

The Delhi High Court granted permanent injunctions against defendants for infringing the plaintiff's registered trademarks and allowed condonation of delay applications, decreeing the suit against non-appearing defendants.

civil appeal_allowed

MS. Shobha v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3333

The Delhi High Court set aside eviction and cancellation orders against a government quarter allottee for failure to prove subletting of the actual premises and violation of natural justice in eviction proceedings.

property appeal_allowed

Durga P Mishra v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3296

The Delhi High Court upheld the lawful demolition of an unauthorized temple on government land obstructing traffic, permitting removal of religious idols before demolition.

administrative petition_dismissed

Helping Hands Jaipur Society v. Union of India & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3293

The Delhi High Court held that delayed opening of the designated SBI FCRA bank account beyond the extended deadline justifies penalty under the FCRA, but once penalty is paid and returns filed, no further action is warranted.

administrative petition_dismissed

Sarvesh Security Services Pvt. Ltd. v. Government E Market GeM

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3295

The Delhi High Court allowed the petition challenging suspension of a GeM portal account due to alleged forged LIN numbers, directing rectification of details and reinstatement after fair opportunity.

administrative appeal_allowed

Pawan Kumar v. State

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3247-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the appellant's conviction for murdering his wife, ruling that his phone call confession was inadmissible as confession but admissible for discovery of facts, and that failure to explain the death in their shared residence established guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Kulwant Raj v. DG CISF

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3321-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside an unreasoned rejection of a CISF officer's transfer representation and directed a fresh reasoned decision, restraining his transfer until then.

administrative other

H G Retail Solutions Pvt. Ltd. v. Rajiv Kumar Saxena

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3242

The Delhi High Court quashed the complaint under Section 138 NI Act for non-service of demand notice on the company, holding such service mandatory for maintainability and setting aside the summoning order against the company and its directors.

criminal appeal_allowed

Tarsem Singh v. DG CISF

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3319-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside the non-reasoned disposal of a CISF officer's transfer representation and directed fresh consideration with a reasoned order, restraining his transfer meanwhile.

administrative other

Savita Oil Technologies Limited v. Valvoline Licensing and Intellectual Property LLC

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3352-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal seeking cancellation of the 'ALL FLEET' trademark, holding that the mark is distinctive and registrable under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

intellectual_property appeal_dismissed

Const Lal Bahadur Jena v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3318-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the BSF to reconsider the petitioner’s transfer on humanitarian grounds and extended his joining period pending decision.

administrative other

Mr. Samrat Nigam and Mr. Bhuvanesh Sehgal, Advs. v. GOVT. OF NCT OF DELHI & ORS.....

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3236-DB

The Delhi High Court held that subsequent purchasers of land after acquisition notifications and award have no locus to challenge the lapsing of acquisition proceedings under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act, dismissing the writ petition accordingly.

property petition_dismissed

Mr. Mohit Madan, Advocate v. G S SHERGILL .....

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:4533

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal and upheld the quashing of disciplinary proceedings against an employee due to unexplained and inordinate delay in initiating action.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Manglam Infrabuild LLP v. Directorate of Enforcement

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3294

The Delhi High Court held that a communication freezing properties under Section 54 of the PMLA must comply with statutory procedures and can be invalid if issued without proper authority, leading to the withdrawal of the impugned communication.

administrative petition_dismissed

The Commissioner of Income Tax - International Taxation -3 v. Sheraton International LLC

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:4261-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal challenging the non-taxability of centralized fees earned by Sheraton International LLC for AY 2013-14, upholding the Tribunal's reliance on existing precedent.

tax appeal_dismissed

Amardeep & Ors. v. State Government of NCT of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:4765

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 308/34 IPC based on an amicable settlement between neighbors, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure justice.

criminal appeal_allowed

Mr.Chetan Anand, Mr.Akash Srivastav, Ms.Tejasvini Singh, Advs. v. GURGAON RECREATION PARK LIMITED .....

Delhi High Court · 11 May 2023 · 2023:DHC:3300

The Delhi High Court held that the Supreme Court's moratorium on Unitech Limited and its subsidiaries applies to Gurgaon Recreation Park Limited, dismissing the petition for appointment of an arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration Act.

arbitration petition_dismissed