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Mohd. Anish v. State

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:509-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction and life sentence of Mohd. Anish for the murder of his wife, holding that his presence at the scene and failure to explain incriminating circumstances under Section 106 of the Indian Evidence Act established guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Ajay Yadav v. State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:526

The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to Ajay Yadav in a forgery and cheating case involving disputed sale deeds, holding that execution of sale deeds without ownership does not constitute forgery and emphasizing bail as the rule, not the exception.

criminal appeal_allowed

Doris Chung Gim Lian and Anr. v. Shantanu Prakash & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · CS(OS) 655/2017

The Delhi High Court appointed defendant no.10 as interim administrator of a charitable educational society under Section 92 CPC to resolve management deadlock and revive the institution, emphasizing financial capacity and best interest of the trust.

civil appeal_allowed

Ajay Yadav v. State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:528

The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to Ajay Yadav in a fraud and forgery case involving disputed sale deeds, emphasizing that bail is the rule even in economic offences when investigation is complete and no risk of tampering or absconding exists.

criminal appeal_allowed

Yashdeep Chahal v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:559-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the statutory protections against disclosure of rape victim identity, directed compliance with Supreme Court guidelines, and declined to initiate proceedings against media pending similar litigation.

criminal petition_dismissed

Shiv Hari v. State (NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023

The Delhi High Court held that exoneration in departmental inquiry does not automatically bar criminal prosecution on identical charges and refused to quash the charges and summons against DJB officials accused of negligence and evidence fabrication in sewer deaths.

criminal appeal_dismissed

United Poly Engineering Pvt Ltd v. Presiding Officer Labour Court & Anr

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:556-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the grant of wages under Section 17B of the Industrial Disputes Act to a workman pending challenge to his reinstatement award, rejecting employer's delay and non-joining service arguments.

labor appeal_dismissed

Neha Kapoor & Anr. v. Ministry of Information and Broadcasting & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:558-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking a regulatory authority to censor non-film songs, holding that existing laws and rules adequately regulate digital content and courts cannot legislate by directing such authorities.

constitutional petition_dismissed

Sonam Rawal v. University of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:579

The Delhi High Court held that the eligibility criteria in the University's Bulletin of Information governs merit admissions and a candidate cannot rely on contradictory criteria in the admission form or invoke estoppel against the University after unsuccessful participation.

administrative petition_dismissed

Hindustan Zinc Ltd v. National Research Development Corporation

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:475

The Delhi High Court held that challenges to arbitral awards on merits must be raised under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act and cannot be entertained in execution proceedings under Section 36 by invoking Section 47 CPC.

civil appeal_dismissed

Rajnish Kumar Rai v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:507-DB

The Delhi High Court held that challenges to a show cause notice issued after Tribunal orders must be pursued before the Tribunal, affirming the permissibility of preliminary inquiries under service rules and respecting jurisdictional limits of courts and tribunals.

administrative petition_dismissed

Ahlcon Public School v. Omita Mago

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:555-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the statutory obligation of a recognized private school to pay employees salaries and arrears as per the 7th Pay Commission under Section 10 of the Delhi School Education Act, 1973, rejecting financial constraints as a defense.

labor appeal_dismissed

M K Enterprises v. Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:613

The Delhi High Court directed the Petitioner to deposit the balance amount as per the arbitral award and ordered the Respondent to allot the plot accordingly, dismissing the writ petition seeking enforcement of the award.

civil petition_dismissed

Binod Agarwal v. Union of India & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:561

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging the Lokpal's dismissal of corruption complaints against SEEPZ officials, holding that valid consent terms recorded by the Bombay High Court cannot be reopened without cogent proof of fraud.

administrative petition_dismissed

Rohit Srivastava v. State of NCT of Delhi and Anr

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:533

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application in a serious POCSO case, holding that statutory presumptions and consistent child testimony outweigh minor discrepancies and absence of medical evidence.

criminal petition_dismissed

Pfizer Inc & Ors. v. Triveni Interchem Private Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · CS(COMM) 442/2021

The Delhi High Court held the defendants guilty of wilful contempt for violating an interim injunction on patent infringement and ordered monetary compensation or civil imprisonment for non-compliance.

civil petition_allowed

Ion Exchange (India) Ltd v. Doosan Power Systems India Pvt. Ltd

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:700

The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator for disputes arising out of two contracts, holding that arbitration clauses must be interpreted broadly to include disputes involving questions of fact and that objections to jurisdiction are for the arbitral tribunal to decide.

civil appeal_allowed

ION EXCHANGE (INDIA) LTD v. DOOSAN POWER SYSTEMS INDIA PVT. LTD

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:699

The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator for disputes arising out of two separate contracts, holding that arbitration clauses include disputes involving questions of fact and that jurisdictional objections are to be decided by the arbitrator.

civil petition_allowed

University of Patanjali v. Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:612

The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner university to seek reconsideration by the Empowered Committee on its eligibility for incentives under the Industrial Development Scheme, without deciding on the substantive question of coverage.

administrative other

Mariam Namubiru & Anr. v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 24 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:582

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition for visa extension due to procedural deficiencies and incorrect information, directing the petitioner to comply with documentary and procedural requirements before seeking visa conversion and marriage registration.

administrative petition_dismissed