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Divisional Railway Manager East Coast Railway and Ors. v. Hirdesh Kumar

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:303-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition, affirming that a disciplinary authority must independently apply its mind to inquiry reports and cannot impose punishment solely based on vigilance comments.

administrative petition_dismissed

ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE (INDIA) LTD & ANR v. J S MALIK & ANR

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:300

The Delhi High Court held that a suit for malicious prosecution must be filed within one year from termination of criminal proceedings, and a suit filed beyond this period is barred by limitation and not maintainable.

civil appeal_allowed

ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE (INDIA) LTD & ANR v. J S MALIK & ANR

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:299

The Delhi High Court held that a suit for malicious prosecution must be filed within one year of termination of prosecution, and a suit filed beyond this period is barred by limitation even if the plaintiff was unaware of the termination.

civil appeal_allowed

Future Generali India Insurance Co Ltd v. Archit Sadh & Anr

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:293

Delhi High Court upheld and enhanced compensation for a paraplegic motor accident claimant, affirming salary proof, loss of future prospects at 50%, attendant charges from accident date, and directed provision of a motorized wheelchair with lifetime warranty.

civil appeal_partly_allowed

Gurudwara Sahib Patti Dhaliwal v. Chief Commissioner of Income Tax

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:291-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging rejection of a belated refund claim, holding that the land acquired was a capital asset and compensation received was taxable, with exemption under Section 10(37) not applicable to trusts.

tax petition_dismissed

Amar Chand and Ors. v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:290-DB

The Delhi High Court held that ESIC Radiographers are entitled to the Rs.5,000-8,000/- pay scale as per the 5th CPC recommendations, setting aside the CAT's denial and directing payment of arrears.

labor appeal_allowed

M/S Bedi and Bedi Associates v. Delhi Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:289

The Delhi High Court directed immediate deposit of encashed Performance Bank Guarantee amounts with the rightful party, ordered interest on withheld sums, and mandated release of balance payments after proper adjustment of statutory dues.

civil petition_allowed

Darshan Kumar Gupta v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:288-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner’s claim for commutation of pension and interest, holding that acquittal in criminal proceedings post-retirement entitles him to pension benefits despite earlier denial by the administrative tribunal.

administrative appeal_allowed

Leena Kataria v. State & Anr

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:287

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging acquittal under Section 138 NI Act, holding that the accused successfully rebutted statutory presumptions and the complainant failed to prove the debt beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal petition_dismissed

Dharampal Satyapal Limited v. Sanmati Trading and Investment Ltd. & Anr

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:286-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a suit for specific performance is not maintainable without seeking a declaration that the termination of the agreement is void, dismissing the plaintiff's appeals accordingly.

civil appeal_dismissed

Sonu Kumar v. Union of India

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:285-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside termination orders of Gramin Dak Sewaks passed without affording opportunity of hearing, directing their reinstatement in line with procedural safeguards under GDS Rules and Article 311(2).

administrative appeal_allowed

Vimal Kumar Saigal v. Office of Collector of Stamps & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:284

The Delhi High Court held that a petitioner is entitled to refund of Stamp Duty paid on an earlier unregistered Conveyance Deed under Sections 49(d)(6) and 49(d)(8) of the Indian Stamp Act, despite a reduced Stamp Duty on the subsequent deed, directing refund with interest.

property petition_allowed

State v. Om Prakash Yadav @ Prem Alam

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:298-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal and upheld the acquittal of the accused in a murder case due to failure of prosecution to establish a complete chain of circumstantial evidence beyond reasonable doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Sandeep Jha v. State (Govt of NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:296

The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of Sandeep Jha in a cheating and forgery case, holding that the serious nature of allegations and his involvement in multiple similar offences precluded bail.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Sandeep Kumar & Ors. v. State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:297

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and mutual consent divorce between the parties.

criminal petition_allowed

S.S. Jain Mahavir Bhavan v. North Delhi Municipal Corporation

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:306

The Delhi High Court held that a petitioner challenging a property tax assessment is entitled to a 20% rebate on additional demand if payment is made within the rebate policy timeline, setting aside the Tribunal's denial of rebate.

tax appeal_allowed

Sohan Singh v. The New India Assurance Company Ltd

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:302

The Delhi High Court condoned delay in filing an appeal under the Motor Vehicles Act and remanded the matter for fresh adjudication on the vehicle owner's liability to indemnify the insurer, emphasizing the need to club related claims and applying Supreme Court precedents on owner liability.

civil appeal_allowed

Satish Kumar v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:295-DB

The Delhi High Court disposed of a PIL seeking completion of drainage work and environmental relief by directing the government to treat the petition as a representation and decide it expeditiously in accordance with law.

administrative petition_dismissed

Manish Rishishwar v. Union of India & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:294-DB

The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner had no vested right to multiple examination attempts under superseded customs regulations and upheld the validity of the 2018 regulations limiting such attempts.

administrative petition_dismissed

Court on Its Own Motion v. Govt of NCT of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 16 Jan 2020 · 2020:DHC:292-DB

The Delhi High Court disposed of a suo motu writ petition after noting the Government's issuance of comprehensive school safety guidelines and directed strict enforcement and monitoring to ensure child safety in schools.

administrative petition_dismissed