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Jai A. Dehadrai and Anr v. Government of NCT of Delhi and Anr

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1170-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the constitutionality of limiting prisoner visits to twice a week, ruling that such policy decisions are within the State's discretion and not violative of fundamental rights under Articles 14 and 21.

constitutional petition_dismissed

KEC International Limited v. Western Railways & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1171-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the reopening of financial bids to rectify a bona fide error in technical evaluation, dismissing the petition challenging the award of a public works contract to the lowest technically qualified bidder.

administrative petition_dismissed

Dr. M Alam v. Govt of NCT of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1250

The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking removal of a wall obstructing light, air, and access, holding that disputed factual issues cannot be decided in summary writ proceedings under Article 226.

constitutional petition_dismissed

Bakshish Singh v. Sunil Kumar Verma

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1252

The Delhi High Court allowed amendment of the plaint at the final hearing stage to insert clarifying words regarding court fee, holding that such amendment does not cause prejudice and must be permitted under Order VI Rule 17 CPC.

civil appeal_allowed

Shazia Kalim v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1109-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner a fresh SSB interview opportunity after she was denied for non-production of original degree due to clerical errors, emphasizing substantive justice over rigid technicalities.

administrative appeal_allowed

Neeraj Walia v. South Delhi Municipal Corporation

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1169-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition challenging the allotment of 21 shops at Punjabi Bagh Stadium, holding that the allotment complied with tender conditions and that the shops must be used in accordance with the Master Plan.

administrative petition_dismissed

CLIX Capital Services Private Limited v. Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Range-74

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1703-DB

The Delhi High Court quashed delayed penalty proceedings under Section 271C of the Income Tax Act, holding that initiation of such proceedings must occur within a reasonable time to prevent abuse of limitation and ensure natural justice.

tax petition_allowed

Kumar Sanjay Jha v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1127-DB

The Delhi High Court directed service of a remand order on the petitioner before proceeding with revisional trial and restrained action until then, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.

administrative other

SMT. Krishna and Anr. v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1395

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal against the Railway Claims Tribunal's rejection of compensation, holding that death caused while crossing railway tracks does not constitute an 'untoward incident' under the Railways Act.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Chander Mohan v. Tejinder Singh

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023

The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's conditional leave to defend in summary suits under Order 37 CPC, dismissing the appellant's challenge to the imposed security deposit and decrees passed for non-compliance.

civil appeal_dismissed

Vending Updates (India) Private Limited v. Registrar of Trademarks

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1144

The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal and set aside the refusal of trademark registration after the prior mark holder Amazon Technologies gave consent for registration of the appellant's mark.

intellectual_property appeal_allowed

Vikram v. Border Security Force and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1126-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the BSF to allow the petitioner to undergo physical tests for the post of Head Constable (Radio Mechanic) and consider him for appointment if found fit.

administrative petition_allowed

M. L. Sandbhor v. Sulochana Walimbe & Ors.

High Court of Bombay · 16 Feb 2023

The Bombay High Court upheld the appellate court's order rejecting a belated counter claim filed after amendment and framing of issues on limitation grounds in a cooperative society dispute.

civil appeal_dismissed

DVR MUKESH KUMAR RAIGAR v. UNION OF INDIA

Supreme Court of India · 16 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court upheld the removal of a CISF constable for suppressing pendency of a criminal case at appointment, affirming limited judicial review in disciplinary matters involving gross misconduct.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Chaus Taushif Alimiya v. Memon Mahmmad Umar

Supreme Court of India · 16 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court enhanced compensation awarded to motor accident victims for permanent disability, future medical expenses, pain and suffering, loss of marriage prospects, and attendant charges, while rejecting claims for increased monthly income and future prospects beyond pleaded amounts.

civil appeal_allowed

Chaus Taushif Alimiya v. Memon Mahmmad Umar

Supreme Court of India · 16 Feb 2023

The Supreme Court enhanced compensation for permanent disability victims by increasing future medical expenses, pain and suffering, loss of marriage prospects, attendant charges, and related heads while rejecting enhancement of monthly income and future prospects beyond amounts accepted by the High Court.

civil appeal_allowed

Abdul Aziz Bharmar & Anr. v. Vinod Anand & Ors.

High Court of Bombay · 16 Feb 2023

The Court held that utilization of TDR generated from suit land on adjoining land does not confer ownership rights in the adjoining land or flats constructed thereon, and the adjoining landowner cannot be impleaded as a party in the suit concerning the suit land.

civil appeal_allowed

Balwan Singh and Another v. Union of India and Others

Delhi High Court · 16 Feb 2023 · 2024:DHC:2953

The Delhi High Court dismissed a second appeal and the application for condonation of over eight years' delay in refiling, holding that such excessive delay without sufficient cause cannot be condoned.

civil appeal_dismissed

Sudhir Kumar v. CBI

Delhi High Court · 15 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1063

The Delhi High Court set aside charges against a panel advocate for submitting a title opinion with minor discrepancies, holding that mere professional lapses without tangible evidence of conspiracy do not justify criminal prosecution.

criminal appeal_allowed

Rashtriye Bhawan Nirman Sangh v. Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Delhi High Court · 15 Feb 2023 · 2023:DHC:1116

The Delhi High Court directed the Board to process and release pending incentives to the petitioner trade union for applications submitted during the operative period of the incentive scheme, despite the scheme's subsequent discontinuation.

administrative petition_allowed