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Sanjiv Kumar Saxena et al. v. Suresh Kumar Meena
The Delhi High Court upheld the grant of one grace mark to an ST candidate in a departmental exam, affirming the binding nature of the 1996 grace marks policy and rejecting selective application of relaxation.
Chandrabhan v. State of Maharashtra & Ors.
The Supreme Court upheld the cancellation of a false Scheduled Tribe claim and mandated withdrawal of benefits obtained thereon under the Maharashtra Act, 2000, affirming strict adherence to the Scheduled Tribes Order.
Ajor Kumar v. M/S FORE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, NEW DELHI
The Delhi High Court upheld the termination of a probationer’s services without inquiry or show cause notice, holding that principles of natural justice do not apply to non-stigmatic termination during probation.
M/S KESPL-ESWAR-ABCPL JV v. M/S KNR-JKM JV
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act, holding that the existence of an arbitration agreement is to be prima facie examined by the court, while substantive disputes are to be decided by the arbitral tribunal.
Pfizer Limited v. Deputy Commissioner of Income-tax
The Bombay High Court quashed the reopening notice under Section 148 of the Income-tax Act for AY 2009-10, holding that reassessment is impermissible where the issue was fully examined and adjudicated in original assessment and appeal proceedings.
State Transport Authority and Anr v. Pushpinder Singh Malik and Ors
The Delhi High Court dismissed a delayed writ petition challenging a CAT interim order restraining disengagement of temporary ex-servicemen employees, holding that delay and abuse of process warranted dismissal.
Union of India v. Rambir Singh
The High Court upheld the illegality of a stigmatic termination without prior opportunity and refused belated additional evidence, dismissing the Union of India's second appeal for reinstatement of a CRPF constable.
Shri Prasad Pandurang Tapkir & Another v. The Asst. Director of Town Planning & Ors.
The Bombay High Court held that statutory premium paid for exemption from FSI under Maharashtra town planning regulations is non-refundable in absence of express provision, dismissing the petitioners' claim for refund and rejecting their discrimination plea under Article 14.
F HOFFMANN-LA ROCHE LTD & OTHERS v. DRUGS CONTROLLER GENERAL OF INDIA & OTHERS
The Delhi High Court allowed plaintiffs' applications for discovery of regulatory and clinical trial documents from defendants in bio-similar drug suits, holding such documents relevant and necessary for adjudication despite confidentiality claims.
Shri Gavit Gulabsing Suka v. Shri Swami Vivekanand Shikshan Sanstha
The Bombay High Court upheld the lawful termination of a probationary teacher for admitted inappropriate electronic contact with a student, holding that no formal enquiry was required under the MEPS Act for non-stigmatic termination during probation.
Mubaraz Musafir Khan v. Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation & Ors.
The Bombay High Court upheld the Municipal Corporation's order directing removal of unauthorized structures, ruling that payment of property taxes does not legalize unauthorized constructions and that procedural defects in notice do not invalidate demolition orders.
Arvind Kaushik v. Govt of NCT of Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court directed a school to admit an EWS student and provide mandatory educational benefits, enforcing the student's right to free and compulsory education.
Union of India v. Suresh Kumar
The Delhi High Court upheld the CAT's decision quashing recovery of excess MACP payments from a retired employee without prior notice, reaffirming Supreme Court precedents protecting employees from retrospective pay reductions absent fraud or knowledge.
Lavino Kapur Cotton Pvt. Ltd. v. The Commissioner of CGST
The High Court held that interest on delayed refund under Section 11BB of the Central Excise Act accrues from three months after the initial refund application date, not from the date of the refund order.
Securitrans India Private Limited v. FIS Payment Solutions and Services Private Limited
The Bombay High Court upheld an arbitral award holding the ATM cash replenishment service provider liable for theft by its employees and rejecting its challenge based on failure of the principal to mitigate losses through reconciliation.
Vipin Malik & Anr. v. PACL India Ltd. & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the execution petition against PACL India Ltd., holding that the Supreme Court-appointed Lodha Committee's exclusive mandate precludes release of funds for rent arrears, granting liberty to seek alternative remedies.
Vikrant Vinayak Khadpe & Ors. v. The State of Maharashtra & Ors.
The Court held that mere inclusion in an earlier wait list without meeting cut-off marks after applying horizontal reservations does not confer a right to appointment, dismissing the petition challenging exclusion from the revised wait list.
Adithikshheri Raghavan v. Sacheeruvath Krishnadasan
The Supreme Court allowed the tenant's appeal against eviction for alleged unauthorized subletting and rent arrears, emphasizing strict adherence to procedural safeguards and evidentiary standards under the Kerala Buildings (Lease and Rent Control) Act, 1965.
Vivek Kishan Nandgude v. Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation
The Bombay High Court held that a landowner deprived of land without statutory acquisition procedures is entitled to compensation as promised, rejecting the Municipal Corporation’s denial based on later rules and ordering grant of TDR/FSI or monetary compensation.
Imperial Consultants and Securities Ltd v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax, Circle-6(1)(2)
The Bombay High Court quashed the reopening of the petitioner’s income tax assessment beyond four years, holding that reassessment cannot be based on a mere change of opinion without failure to disclose material facts.