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Sneh Aggarwal v. Punjab National Bank
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.
Premier Gun House v. Union of India
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.
Jaswant Rai Mittal & Ors. v. Government NCT of Delhi & Anr.
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.
Rahul Jindal v. The State Trading Corporation of India Limited
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.
State (NCT of Delhi) v. Raj Kumar
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.
Mahinder Singh and Ors. v. The State and Anr.
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.
M/S Lintas India Pvt. Ltd. v. M/S Prasar Bharti
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.
Isha v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors.
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.
Gaurav v. Union of India & Ors.
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.
Safdar Ali v. The State (Govt. of NCT of Delhi)
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.
Blackstone Capital Partners (Singapore) VI FDI Three Pte. Ltd. v. Assistant Commissioner of Income Tax, Circle
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.
The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Azad Singh
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.
M/S V AND A SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. v. INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND AUTHORITY & ORS.
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.
State of NCT of Delhi v. Asgar Ali
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.
Sh. Islam Khan & Ors. v. Union of India
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.
Barasat Krishnagar Expressways Ltd v. National Highways Authority of India
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.
State of NCT of Delhi v. Shiv Narain Chaudhary
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.
The State (GNCT of Delhi) v. Kavita
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.
Ajay Bajpai v. Union of India and Ors.
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.
M/S CHABBRAS ASSOCIATES v. M/S HSCC INDIA LIMITED & ANR
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.