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Delhi Labour Union v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court directed the Union of India to fill long-standing vacancies in the Labour Commissioner's office expeditiously to ensure effective discharge of statutory labour duties.
A P MOTORS v. COMMISSIONER OF TRADE AND TAXES VYAPAR BHAWAN
The Delhi High Court directed the tax authorities to decide the petitioner's refund claim under the Delhi VAT Act with statutory interest applying the principle of unjust enrichment within 12 weeks.
Inder Pal v. State
The Delhi High Court dismissed a criminal leave petition due to inordinate delay of over six years, holding that the petitioner failed to provide sufficient cause to condone the delay in challenging an acquittal judgment.
The State (NCT of Delhi) v. Sankat Mochan & Anr
The Delhi High Court upheld the discharge of accused persons due to vague, delayed, and after-thought allegations lacking contemporaneous evidence.
Aman Chaudhary v. State; Prateek Garg v. State
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of two accused for sexual harassment under Sections 354/34 IPC but reduced their sentence to the period already served, affirming liability based on common intention despite minor contradictions in testimony.
Aman Chaudhary v. State; Prateek Garg v. State
Delhi High Court upheld convictions under Sections 354/34 IPC for outraging modesty by two accused on a motorbike, but reduced their sentence considering their age and antecedents.
Gopal Bansal v. State Through CBI
The Delhi High Court allowed the petition setting aside the dismissal of a revision petition on limitation grounds caused by technical delays, directing the trial court to decide the revision on merits.
Pritam Singh v. Madhapi Devi & Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed the eviction petition on the ground of bonafide necessity under the Delhi Rent Control Act, dismissed the tenant's leave to defend application, and granted time to vacate with conditions.
Dr. S.C. Vats v. Shipra Singh & Ors.
The Delhi High Court refused to order removal of online defamatory content relating to criminal charges against an election candidate who was discharged of rape but still faced other pending charges, emphasizing the electorate's right to full information.
Mohit Thareja & Anr. v. State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between parties and the complainant's consent to discontinue prosecution.
Jitendra Kumar and Another v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between the parties and the complainant's consent to discontinue prosecution.
Sh. Rakesh v. State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 354, 354B, 506, and 509 IPC following an amicable settlement between the parties, holding that continuation of proceedings would be futile.
Deepti Sharma @ Anu Sharma v. Asha Kashyap & Ors.
The High Court held that the party seeking repairs must bear the Local Commissioner's expenses and directed consolidation of related suits before a single court to avoid conflicting orders.
Gagan Deep Ahluwalia v. Superior Products Industries & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that amendment of a written statement under Order VI Rule 17 CPC is impermissible after the plaintiff's evidence has concluded, especially where defendants had opportunity but failed to participate, setting aside the trial court's order allowing such amendment.
M/S SHIV SHAKTI TRACTOR CORPORATION v. SHRI RAM SHARMA
The Delhi High Court upheld the Labour Court's award of compensation for illegal termination, rejecting a biased inquiry report and dismissing the employer's petition.
Paharpur Cooling Towers Ltd. v. Sinnar Thermal Power Limited
The Delhi High Court appointed the agreed sole arbitrator, upheld the tribunal's jurisdiction over all issues including limitation and counter-claims, and continued the status quo on bank guarantees pending arbitration.
Amazon Seller Services Pvt. Ltd. v. Amway India Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi High Court held that the Direct Selling Guidelines 2016 are advisory and not binding law, and e-commerce platforms are entitled to safe harbour protection under IT Act, setting aside interim injunctions restraining sale of direct selling entities' products without prior consent.
Amazon Seller Services Pvt. Ltd. v. Amway India Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. & Ors.
Delhi High Court held that the Direct Selling Guidelines are advisory and not binding law, but unauthorized sale of direct sellers' products on e-commerce platforms infringes trademark rights and active facilitation by platforms negates safe harbour protection.
Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd. v. Railone Tarmat Durga (JV)
The Delhi High Court granted a six-month extension for completion of arbitral proceedings and passing of the award upon joint application of the parties under Section 29A of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Paharpur Cooling Towers Limited v. Elena Power & Infrastructure Limited
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator by consent and directed continuation of interim relief on bank guarantees until the arbitral tribunal decides all issues including limitation and counter-claims.