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GUJARAT COMPOSITE LIMITED v. A INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
The Supreme Court held that disputes involving multiple parties and agreements, some without arbitration clauses, cannot be partially referred to arbitration under Section 8 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, affirming that only parties bound by a valid arbitration agreement can be compelled to arbitrate.
Indore Vikas Pradhikaran v. Anita Singh & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that land acquisition lapses under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if neither possession is taken nor compensation paid within five years before the Act, and compensation deposited in court due to disputes does not prevent lapse.
Yath No. 1 v. Indore Vikas Adhikaran
The Supreme Court held that under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act, land acquisition does not lapse if either possession is taken or compensation is paid/deposited, and allowed the appeal setting aside the High Court order dismissing the writ petition.
Delhi Development Authority v. Anita Singh
The Supreme Court held that land acquisition does not lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if either possession is taken or compensation is paid (including deposit in court due to ownership dispute), overruling the High Court's order that acquisition had lapsed.
Union of India & Ors. v. MWO (HFO) Shibu VN (Retd.)
The Delhi High Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal’s grant of disability pension for Primary Hypertension, affirming the presumption that such disability is service-related unless the employer proves otherwise, and limited its review to errors of law apparent on record.
Indian Performing Right Society Limited v. Rajasthan Patrika Pvt. Ltd.
The Bombay High Court held that the 2012 amendments to the Copyright Act do not confer new substantive rights on authors of original works to claim royalties on sound recordings, upholding the established Supreme Court precedent and dismissing IPRS's interim relief applications.
Khilari Rajendra Eknath and Others v. The State of Maharashtra and Others
The Bombay High Court held that employees whose recruitment process commenced before 01.11.2005 are entitled to the Old Pension Scheme despite appointment after that date, aligning with Central Government policy and rejecting delay objections.
Indian Performing Right Society Limited v. Rajasthan Patrika Pvt. Ltd.
The Bombay High Court held that the 2012 amendments to the Copyright Act do not confer new substantive rights to authors of original works to claim royalties on sound recordings communicated to the public, dismissing IPRS's interim relief applications.
Dr. Dhananjay Patil v. The Honourable Minister of Industries & Ors.
The Bombay High Court dismissed the petition challenging allotment of industrial land to a partnership firm, holding that the petitioner’s claim based on right of first refusal was barred by constructive res judicata and his conduct in the tender process precluded relief.
Prakash G. Patel v. The Land Acquisition Collector
The Bombay High Court held that substantial modifications to a land acquisition Award beyond clerical corrections under Section 33 of the 2013 Act are illegal, quashed such modifications, and allowed restoration and compensation for unlawful demolition.
Maharashtra Rajya Rashtriya Kamgar Sangh (INTUC) v. M/s. Exide Industris Ltd
The Bombay High Court upheld the employer's right to transfer employees to a newly established plant under an express transferability clause, dismissing allegations of mala fide and unfair labour practice.
Mukesh Sharma & Anr. v. Suravi Bose
The Delhi High Court corrected an erroneous date in its earlier judgment to reflect the binding Supreme Court order suspending limitation periods during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rosemount Inc v. Deputy Controller of Patents and Designs
The Delhi High Court set aside a cryptic patent rejection order for lack of inventive step and remanded the matter for a reasoned speaking order in compliance with natural justice.
Anita Raj v. South Delhi Municipal Corporation
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the validity of show cause notices for unauthorized construction and upheld the order directing the Appellate Tribunal to decide the appeal on merits.
Through: Mr.Karan Bir Singh, Advocate with v. THE STATE (NCT OF DELHI) & ANR
The Delhi High Court set aside the conviction under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act following an amicable settlement and directed release of deposited amounts to the complainant's legal representatives.
Pavamana Drilling Pvt Ltd v. Punjab National Bank & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed the Bank to release possession of a hypothecated Oil Rig to the petitioner who paid the loan dues, appointing a Local Commissioner to facilitate the transfer despite pending disputes between the parties.
Pooja Rohilla v. DSSSB and Anr.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging rejection of OBC-based reservation benefits, holding that out-of-Delhi OBC certificates do not qualify for reservation under Delhi government rules as affirmed by the Supreme Court.
Santosh Kumar & Ors. v. Union of India Thr. Its Secretary & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to decide the petitioners' pending representations on seniority fixation and promotion within six weeks, ensuring timely administrative action.
Wisdom Pet Shop v. GNV Commodities Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court reduced the costs imposed for delay in filing the written statement in a civil suit, emphasizing condonation of delay subject to reasonable compensatory costs to ensure adjudication on merits.
Priyanka v. State of NCT of Delhi
Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the petitioner in a case under IPC and SC/ST Act subject to conditions preventing witness tampering and ensuring trial integrity.