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Sneh Aggarwal v. Punjab National Bank

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:397

The Delhi High Court upheld the Industrial Tribunal's finding of misconduct against a bank employee but modified her punishment from dismissal to compulsory retirement, emphasizing limited writ jurisdiction over factual findings.

labor petition_allowed

Premier Gun House v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023

The Delhi High Court upheld the amendment of an arms import license from 'actual user' to 'trading' condition, directed DGFT to decide the petitioner's license extension application promptly, and allowed refund claims for demurrage charges caused by delayed inspection.

administrative petition_dismissed

Jaswant Rai Mittal & Ors. v. Government NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:677

The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR arising from matrimonial disputes following an amicable settlement and mutual consent divorce, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C.

criminal petition_allowed

Rahul Jindal v. The State Trading Corporation of India Limited

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:514

The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking gratuity payment, holding that the petitioner must first exhaust the statutory remedy under the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 before approaching the Court.

labor petition_dismissed

State (NCT of Delhi) v. Raj Kumar

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:449

The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of an accused charged with rash and negligent driving causing death, holding that the prosecution failed to prove his guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Mahinder Singh and Ors. v. The State and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:732

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 452, 325, 506, and 34 IPC based on an amicable settlement between neighbors, exercising inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC to prevent abuse of process and promote social harmony.

criminal appeal_allowed

M/S Lintas India Pvt. Ltd. v. M/S Prasar Bharti

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:384

The Delhi High Court condoned a 43-day delay in entering appearance in a summary suit under Order 37 CPC, holding that bona fide administrative lapses and ignorance of procedural timelines constitute sufficient cause for relief to ensure substantial justice.

civil appeal_allowed

Isha v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:468

The Delhi High Court held that compulsory COVID-19 vaccination cannot be mandated by employers as it violates fundamental rights unless proportionate, and allowed the petitioner to seek service benefits for forced absence due to non-vaccination.

constitutional petition_dismissed

Gaurav v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · W.P.(C) 576/2023

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging recruitment results for SI (Vehicle Mechanic) in the SC category as infructuous since the vacancy was filled, but allowed consideration of the petitioner if the selected candidate fails to join subject to medical fitness.

administrative petition_dismissed

Safdar Ali v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:382

Delhi High Court granted regular bail to the accused in a serious rape case after considering the completed investigation, trustworthiness of evidence, and risk factors, imposing strict conditions to safeguard the trial process.

criminal appeal_allowed

Blackstone Capital Partners (Singapore) VI FDI Three Pte. Ltd. v. Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Circle

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:400-DB

The Delhi High Court quashed the reassessment order under Section 148A(d) of the Income Tax Act for failure to consider the capital nature of the transaction and directed de novo proceedings with a personal hearing.

tax appeal_allowed

The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Azad Singh

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:452

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal against acquittal in a rash and negligent driving case, holding that prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

M/S V AND A SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. v. INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND AUTHORITY & ORS.

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:417

The Delhi High Court upheld the IEPFA's authority to hold unclaimed shares under the Companies Act, directed facilitation of investor claims, and recommended enhanced transparency measures.

corporate petition_allowed

State of NCT of Delhi v. Asgar Ali

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:454

The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of the accused in a Section 304 IPC case, holding that the prosecution failed to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt and the trial court's judgment was not perverse.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Sh. Islam Khan & Ors. v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:366

The Delhi High Court held that non-recovery of a journey ticket does not conclusively negate a bona fide passenger's claim for compensation under the Railways Act and remanded the matter for compensation award.

civil appeal_allowed

Barasat Krishnagar Expressways Ltd v. National Highways Authority of India

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:401

The Delhi High Court held that delay alone does not justify substituting the Arbitral Tribunal and granted a two-month extension for pronouncement of the Award under Section 29A of the Arbitration Act.

civil petition_allowed

State of NCT of Delhi v. Shiv Narain Chaudhary

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:453

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal against acquittal in a rash and negligent driving case, upholding that the prosecution failed to prove criminal negligence beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Kavita

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:455

The Delhi High Court upheld the discharge of the sister-in-law accused under Sections 498A and 304B IPC due to lack of specific allegations at the charge framing stage.

criminal petition_dismissed

Ajay Bajpai v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:414

The Delhi High Court set aside the rejection of a land acquisition claimant's application for an alternative plot due to procedural lapses and clarified eligibility criteria regarding urban property ownership.

property petition_allowed

M/S CHABBRAS ASSOCIATES v. M/S HSCC INDIA LIMITED & ANR

Delhi High Court · 18 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:388

The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition for appointment of arbitrator as premature for non-compliance with the contractually mandated multi-tier dispute resolution procedure prior to arbitration.

civil petition_dismissed