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Desh Dinkar Jain v. Bank of Baroda & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2457

The Delhi High Court held that a suit alleging fraud involving bank officials is maintainable in civil court despite statutory bars conferring exclusive jurisdiction on Debt Recovery Tribunals, and dismissed the application to reject the plaint.

civil appeal_dismissed

M/S SDREEN INDIA LTD v. SMT. MEENA CHAWLA

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2521

Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner to file belated Statement of Defence in arbitration proceedings, holding that limitation period starts from delivery of documents and extended time granted by Arbitral Tribunal must be respected.

arbitration appeal_allowed

Rangoli International Pvt. Ltd. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2692-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the recovery of duty drawback from an exporter who failed to realise export proceeds within the prescribed time, rejecting claims based on RBI write-off circular and non-application of refund rules.

administrative petition_dismissed

Mandal and Associates v. Hero Fincorp Limited

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2675

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging an arbitral award, holding that the award was not patently illegal or against public policy and that courts must limit interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act.

civil petition_dismissed

Khushi Ram v. Radha Kishan

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2509

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging execution of a decree based on a settlement agreement partitioning property by metes and bounds, holding that such agreements are binding unless properly challenged and that belated objections to execution constitute abuse of process.

civil petition_dismissed

Ritu Rani and Anr. v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2505-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to treat the writ petition as a representation against the transfer order, stay the transfer pending decision, and decide the representation within two weeks.

administrative other

Birendra Kumar Paswan & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2477-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to conduct a review Departmental Promotion Committee to revise the petitioners' seniority and grant consequential benefits, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.

administrative appeal_allowed

Tahal Consulting Engineers India Pvt. Ltd. v. Promax Power Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2424

The Delhi High Court upheld the Arbitral Tribunal's discretionary refusal to release an admitted amount or grant attachment before judgment, affirming that interim reliefs under Section 17 require a strong prima facie case and risk of asset dissipation, with limited scope for judicial interference under Section 37(2)(b).

arbitration appeal_dismissed

Divya v. State of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2434

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR alleging house trespass and theft against a wife who lawfully entered her matrimonial home under a protection order, holding such entry does not constitute a criminal offence.

criminal petition_allowed

Dev Karan & Ors. v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2666

The Delhi High Court quashed a matrimonial FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and resumed cohabitation between the parties, emphasizing judicial discretion to prevent abuse of process in private matrimonial disputes.

criminal petition_allowed

Hajj E Betullah Haj Umrah Tour Corporation v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2562

The Delhi High Court directed the government to consider the petitioner’s representation for upgradation to Category 1 Haj Group Organiser status in compliance with Supreme Court directions, despite a revised policy, leaving remedies open thereafter.

administrative other

Amit Kumar v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2432-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside the removal from service of a CISF officer charged with theft and absence from duty, holding that prior permission from the authorized custodian negated the theft charge and the absence was with proper relief.

criminal appeal_allowed

Government of NCT Delhi v. Ram Kumar Kaushik

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2592-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the entitlement of a retired government employee to lifetime medical reimbursement under the Delhi Government Employees Health Scheme, affirming the State's constitutional obligation under Article 21.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Sheena Tomar v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2563

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging eviction under the Senior Citizens Act, holding that cohabitation was not feasible due to acrimony and criminal allegations, and upheld the order directing rent payment to the evicted party.

family petition_dismissed

Yashovardhan Birla v. Cecil Webber Engineering Ltd

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2539

The Delhi High Court quashed proceedings against a non-executive Director under section 141 NI Act, holding that mere designation without control over day-to-day affairs does not attract criminal liability for dishonoured cheques.

criminal petition_allowed

Sunil Kumar v. Ankur Jain and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2522

The Delhi High Court directed the Trial Court to expeditiously dispose of pending contempt and related applications, dispensing with notice to non-appearing respondents.

civil other

Jitender Ahlawat v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2504-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to take a reasoned decision on the petitioner's claim for joining as Havaldar under the meritorious sportsman scheme and communicate the same within a stipulated time, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.

administrative other

Jagbir Singh Malik v. Energy Infrastructure India Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2443-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld that an employee performing managerial legal duties and enrolled as an advocate is not a 'workman' under the Industrial Disputes Act, and thus not entitled to protections against termination under the Act.

labor appeal_dismissed

Vishal @ Johny v. State (NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2471

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application and held that a plea of guilt cannot be accepted after charges are framed and trial has commenced, especially in a grave offence involving conspiracy and contract killing.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Yudhvvir Chhikara v. Priyanka

Delhi High Court · 11 Apr 2023 · 2023:DHC:2487-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a Family Court must decide an application under Section 12 of the Guardians and Wards Act on merits without deferring it due to pending contempt proceedings.

family appeal_allowed