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Aishwarya Adhikari v. Dept. of Health and Family Welfare and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:528-DB

The Delhi High Court directed government authorities to ensure proper implementation of maternity welfare schemes in Mukundpur, Delhi, in response to a public interest litigation highlighting deficiencies.

administrative petition_allowed

Col. P.K. Uberoi (Retd.) & Anr. v. Vigneshwara Developwell Pvt. Ltd & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:532

The Delhi High Court approved a revival scheme under sections 391-393 of the Companies Act, 1956 for two companies in winding up, holding the scheme just, fair, and reasonable with requisite creditor approval and subject to court supervision.

corporate petition_allowed

Court on its own motion v. Commissioner of Police & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:544-DB

The Delhi High Court disposed of a suo motu writ petition concerning the investigation of an unidentified female murder victim, finding that adequate investigative and forensic steps had been taken and further judicial monitoring was unnecessary.

criminal petition_dismissed

Nazira & Ors. v. Safiq & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:546

The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal and remanded the motor accident claim for fresh inquiry, emphasizing the inquisitorial nature of Claims Tribunal proceedings and the duty to actively ascertain truth including examining the Investigating Officer.

civil appeal_allowed

M/S CNA EXPORTS (P) LTD v. MANSI SHARMA & ORS

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:529

The Delhi High Court dismissed a contempt petition against a junior counsel for alleged non-compliance with court orders, emphasizing proper judicial process and imposing costs for improper threatening conduct.

civil petition_dismissed

Municipal Corporation of Delhi v. M/S Paramjeet Singh Narula

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:547

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging an arbitral award, holding that courts cannot reappreciate evidence and the award was validly passed on the evidence before the arbitrator.

civil petition_dismissed

M/S GRIM TECH PROJECTS (I) PVT. LTD. v. M/S CEC-CICI JV

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:530

The Delhi High Court granted a six-month extension for completion of arbitral proceedings and passing of the award under Sections 29A(4) and (5) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 with the consent of the parties.

civil petition_allowed

PAVE INFRASTRUCTURE PVT. LTD. v. WAPCOS LTD.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:552

The Delhi High Court allowed the petition for appointment of a sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act, holding that the CMD cannot unilaterally appoint the arbitrator post-Perkins Eastman and that the court's role is limited to examining the arbitration agreement's existence and validity.

arbitration petition_allowed

M/S GRIM TECH PROJECTS (I) PVT. LTD. v. M/S CEC-CICI JV

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:531

The Delhi High Court granted a six-month extension for completion of arbitral proceedings and passing of the award under Section 29A of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 with the consent of the parties.

other other

Zubiar v. Amiruddin

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:524

The Delhi High Court upheld the Rent Controller’s order dismissing eviction, holding the landlord’s bonafide necessity for residential accommodation genuine under Section 14(1)(e) of the Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958.

property appeal_dismissed

Jugminder Lal & Ors. v. Jasjit Kaur

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:525

The Delhi High Court dismissed the review petition upholding that eviction under Section 14(1)(e) of the Delhi Rent Control Act fails if the family member for whose benefit eviction is sought dies, and vague necessity claims are insufficient.

property petition_dismissed

Shri Vijender @ Hari Om & Ors. v. State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:538

The Delhi High Court quashed FIR No. 274/2018 and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between parties, directing payment of compensation to the complainant.

criminal petition_allowed

Pradeep Lal Handale v. State & Anr

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:535

The Delhi High Court acquitted the petitioner of offences under Sections 323, 354, and 506 IPC due to material contradictions in the prosecution evidence, granting him the benefit of doubt.

criminal conviction_overturned

State v. Saida & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:533-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's petition challenging the acquittal of accused in a murder case due to unreliable and contradictory prosecution witness testimonies.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Sartaj Sahni v. Naresh Talwar & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:545

The Delhi High Court held that jurisdiction over company shareholding disputes lies where the registered office is located, upheld interim orders and undertakings pending suit re-presentation in the proper forum.

civil appeal_allowed

Gunjan Sehgal v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:534

The Delhi High Court upheld the trial court’s discharge of accused in a gang rape case due to lack of prima facie evidence, inconsistencies in the complainant’s conduct, and contradictory CDR data.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Rustam & Anr v. The State & Anr

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:542

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between the parties and the complainant's non-objection to prosecution.

criminal petition_allowed

M/S. UNIQUE REALITY PVT. LTD. v. M/S. R C INFRA DEVELOPERS & ANR.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:551

The Delhi High Court held that under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act, the court must appoint an arbitrator if the arbitration agreement's existence and validity are not disputed, rejecting respondents' claim of supersession and estoppel.

civil appeal_allowed

Sushma Ravidas v. Jamna Datwani

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:536

The Delhi High Court dismissed a review petition seeking to decide the validity of Powers of Attorney as a preliminary issue, holding that such matters must be adjudicated at the final hearing.

civil petition_dismissed

Aditya Singh v. State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:541

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR and all proceedings based on an amicable settlement between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.

criminal petition_allowed