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Pratap Rai v. Krishna Gaba & Anr
The Delhi High Court dismissed the tenant's revision petition against eviction on bona fide necessity grounds, staying execution of the eviction order subject to the tenant's undertaking to vacate by a specified date and pay use and occupation charges.
Vedpal & Anr. v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court disposed of a PIL challenging changes to the Old Age Pension application process after the government reverted to the earlier procedure and the petitioner expressed satisfaction.
Sunil Kumar Aledia v. Chairman DUSIB & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the PIL seeking fire safety audits and improvements in homeless shelters, holding that substantial compliance exists and ongoing efforts are underway.
Jagat Narayan v. Union of India & Ors.
The Court held that termination of appointment pursuant to a quashed recruitment advertisement does not require show cause notice, but allowed the petitioner to seek age relaxation or supernumerary post in future recruitment.
Monu @ Devraj Giri v. State
The Delhi High Court granted bail to a convicted accused during the pendency of his appeal, considering substantial incarceration and procedural infirmities in identification proceedings.
Sehnaz v. Nazim
The Delhi High Court set aside the Family Court's dismissal of a wife's maintenance claim under Section 125 Cr.P.C., holding that harassment and dowry demand justified her leaving the matrimonial home and entitled her to maintenance.
M/S PAWANPUTRA EXIM INDIA v. COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS (ACC EXPORT), NEW CUSTOMS HOUSE AND ANR.
The Delhi High Court directed customs authorities to decide the petitioner’s claim for provisional release of seized goods under the Customs Act, 1962 expeditiously, preferably within two weeks.
Ravinder Nath Dubey v. Central Board of Secondary Education
The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging the marking scheme of CBSE's sample Accountancy papers, holding that courts will not interfere with administrative decisions on practice papers not forming part of the final examination.
Aalok Gupta & Ors. v. State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed the FIR and criminal proceedings under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and mutual consent divorce between the parties.
Sandeep Grover v. Priyanka Batra
The Delhi High Court allowed transfer of a criminal complaint involving alleged forgery of a Will to consolidate related cases in one court to avoid conflicting decisions.
Jahida & Ors. v. National Insurance Co Ltd
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by considering the deceased's full proven monthly salary and applying a 40% addition for loss of future prospects in line with Supreme Court rulings.
Block 65 and 5 C Resident Welfare Association v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi and Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL challenging parking in Ajmal Khan Park for lack of prior representation, directing authorities to consider the grievance before judicial intervention.
Salma & Ors. v. Suresh Kumar & Ors.
The High Court held that in motor accident claims under Section 166, negligence is presumed from the accident and compensation can be granted on preponderance of probabilities, setting aside the Tribunal's order limiting compensation to Section 163A.
East Delhi Municipal Corporation v. Sanjay Upadhyay
The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Court's order directing the employer to pay salary to an employee prevented from joining duty for three years without valid cause.
Union Public Service Commission v. Nidhi Pandey & Another
The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's decision that experience prescribed in Rule 49 proviso is not an essential qualification for appointment as Drug Inspector, dismissing UPSC's challenge to cancellation of candidature on that ground.
Ericsson India Private Limited v. Additional Commissioner of Income Tax, Special Range-3, New Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that issuance of a notice under Section 143(2) does not automatically bar refund processing, and refunds can only be withheld under Section 241A with proper reasoned orders, directing the Revenue to process the petitioner’s substantial refund claims expeditiously.
Prashant Manchanda v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a PIL seeking directions for enhanced safety measures against snatching, holding that the authorities have taken adequate steps including extensive CCTV installation and police initiatives to ensure public safety.
Nasrin v. State
Anticipatory bail was denied in a murder case based on circumstantial evidence and motive, emphasizing that alibi defenses are to be examined at trial and custodial interrogation is necessary for investigation.
Umesh v. State NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of Umesh for murder under Section 302 IPC, ruling that related eyewitnesses' credible testimony suffices for conviction despite minor contradictions and procedural lapses.
Sagar G R v. Preety Chowdhary
The Delhi High Court upheld the Family Court's annulment of a marriage where the respondent's consent was found to be obtained by force and coercion, emphasizing that free consent is essential for a valid marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act.