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Punita Bhardwaj v. Municipal Corporation of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:496

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's review seeking to quash demolition orders, holding that alternate statutory remedies before the MCD Tribunal must be exhausted before invoking writ jurisdiction.

administrative petition_dismissed

Tata Steel BSL Limited v. Venus Recruiter Private Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:257-DB

The Delhi High Court held that avoidance applications under Section 43 of the IBC cannot be adjudicated after conclusion of CIRP as the Resolution Professional’s mandate ends with approval of the resolution plan, limiting NCLT’s jurisdiction post-CIRP.

corporate appeal_allowed

Deepak v. State

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:2259-DB

The Delhi High Court acquitted the appellant of murder and related charges due to failure of the prosecution to prove guilt beyond reasonable doubt amid inconsistencies and unreliable circumstantial evidence.

criminal appeal_allowed

M/S ENGINEERING SYNDICATE v. DELHI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:246-DB

The Delhi High Court held that procedural amendments changing forum jurisdiction apply retrospectively, directing transfer of a 2008 arbitration suit to the District Courts based on the aggregate claim value.

civil appeal_allowed

Sana College of Education v. National Council for Teacher Education

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:466

The Delhi High Court set aside the withdrawal of recognition of a B.Ed. college by NCTE and directed a re-inspection to verify compliance with regulations before passing a fresh order.

administrative other

M/S Jai Singh and Co v. National Highways Authority of India

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:262-DB

The Delhi High Court held that NHAI's premature termination of fixed-term toll plaza contracts without following contractual procedures and on mere commercial considerations was arbitrary and violative of Article 14, quashing the fresh tenders issued during the subsistence of existing contracts.

administrative petition_allowed

Sundeep Kathuria v. Deputy Director of Income Tax, Investigation, DD/ADIT-INV-1-1, FAIU

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:605-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the tax authority to adjudicate the show cause notice under the Black Money Act after granting personal hearing and passing a speaking order, emphasizing procedural fairness and timely disposal.

tax other

Ashwani Kumar v. State

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:297

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging the issuance of a non-bailable warrant against an absconding accused involved in a fake call center racket, holding that inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 CrPC should not be exercised to aid evasion of law.

criminal petition_dismissed

Sundeep Kathuria v. Deputy Director of Income Tax, Investigation, DD/ADIT-INV-1-1, FAIU

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:672-DB

The Delhi High Court directed expeditious adjudication of a show cause notice under the Black Money Act where the petitioner had disclosed foreign ESOP income, emphasizing personal hearing and a speaking order.

tax other

Promila Sud & Ors. v. Naveen Anand & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:369

The Delhi High Court framed additional issues on limitation and right of pre-emption in a property dispute suit to expedite trial proceedings.

civil other

Star India Pvt Ltd & Anr v. Vikki Choudhry M/s Un Canned Media Pvt Ltd & Anr

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:281

The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR arising from private disputes following a mediation settlement, emphasizing that criminal law should not be misused to resolve civil matters.

civil appeal_dismissed

The Institution of Civil Engineers (India) v. Union of India and Anr

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:446

The Delhi High Court upheld the MHRD's office memorandum limiting recognition of engineering courses to students enrolled up to 31.05.2013, following the Supreme Court's conclusive ruling, and dismissed petitions seeking extension of benefits to students admitted thereafter.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Star India Pvt Ltd v. Vikki Choudhry

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:275

The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR and allowed withdrawal of connected petitions following a settlement between parties, holding that the allegations were predominantly civil in nature and the FIR was not maintainable.

criminal petition_allowed

Commissioner of Customs (Import) Air Cargo Complex New Delhi v. Amazon Seller Services Pvt Ltd

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:340-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the Customs Department's appeal against a CAAR ruling as barred by limitation, holding that the statutory maximum appeal period under Section 28KA of the Customs Act cannot be extended beyond ninety days.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Star India Pvt Ltd v. Vikki Choudhry & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:282

The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR arising from a private dispute following a settlement between parties, dismissing related petitions as withdrawn and refusing to initiate contempt proceedings.

criminal petition_allowed

MB Power (Madhya Pradesh) Limited v. State Bank of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:227

The Delhi High Court held that a dispute over a Bank Guarantee after deemed termination of a Power Purchase Agreement does not fall within the exclusive jurisdiction of the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission and is maintainable in a civil court.

civil appeal_dismissed

Vivek Pandey v. The State Govt of NCT Delhi and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:235

The Delhi High Court granted bail to the accused in a rape case involving alleged false promise of marriage, holding that consent issues require trial and bail conditions must ensure complainant's safety.

criminal appeal_allowed

South Delhi Municipal Corporation v. Delhi Gurgaon Super Connectivity Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · CS(OS) 110/2017

The Delhi High Court allowed defendant No. 2's appeal setting aside the closure of its right to file a written statement during the pendency of an Order VII Rule 11 CPC application, condoning delay in filing due to COVID-19 related extensions.

civil appeal_allowed

Star India Pvt Ltd & Anr v. Director Vikki Choudhry M/s Un Canned Media Pvt Ltd & Anr

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:280

The Delhi High Court allowed withdrawal of writ petitions and quashed a criminal FIR arising from predominantly civil disputes following a settlement between the parties.

civil petition_allowed

Morgan Securities and Credits Pvt Ltd v. BPL Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 13 Jan 2023 · 2023:DHC:231

Delhi High Court held that civil suit challenging share allotments violating court orders is maintainable, not barred by limitation, and outside exclusive NCLT jurisdiction, refusing to reject plaint on preliminary objections.

civil appeal_allowed