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Baban Singh v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7090-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a recruiting agency can rely solely on the qualifications disclosed in the application form and dismissed a writ petition challenging a candidate’s ineligibility due to incomplete qualification disclosure.

administrative appeal_allowed

Ganesh v. State

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7087

The Delhi High Court allowed appeals of two convicts under Sections 366 and 376 IPC, reducing their sentences to the period already served and waiving fines based on the prosecutrix's affidavit and changed circumstances.

criminal appeal_allowed

Ravi Mohan Kaul v. State & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7092

The Delhi High Court granted probate and exempted the sole surviving executor and natural heir from furnishing an administration-cum-surety bond under the Indian Succession Act, 1925, based on no objection certificates from other legal heirs.

civil petition_allowed

Laxmi Devi v. Commissioner of Police & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7104-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal’s order denying interest on provident fund dues where delay was caused by nominee disputes and refusal to accept payment without interest.

administrative petition_dismissed

Mala Sahni Seth v. The New India Assurance Co Ltd

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7083

The Delhi High Court directed the NCDRC to expedite hearing of a wrongful denial of an accidental insurance claim, emphasizing the need for compassionate and timely adjudication.

civil appeal_allowed

Paramjeet @ Gola v. The State of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7097

The Delhi High Court dismissed the anticipatory bail application of the accused in a molestation case, holding that custodial interrogation was necessary and the petitioner’s alibi was insufficient at the bail stage.

criminal appeal_dismissed

M/S KRA AND CO. v. Union of India and Anr

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7100-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the qualification of a bidder in a government tender, holding that post-evaluation clarifications were permissible and the tendering authority's decision was not arbitrary or mala fide.

administrative petition_dismissed

Ramesh Kakar v. State

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7094

The Delhi High Court cancelled interim protection granted to the petitioner for non-compliance with settlement terms, specifically dishonour of the cheque, holding that breach of compromise justifies withdrawal of interim protection under Section 482 Cr.P.C.

criminal appeal_allowed

Rumit Kumar Maan v. State (NCT of Delhi)

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7096

The Delhi High Court dismissed the bail application of Rumit Kumar Maan in a criminal case involving serious allegations of intimidation and wrongful confinement, holding that no grounds for bail were made out despite claims of settlement and innocence.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Sh. Saurav Anand & Ors. v. State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7099

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

Rohit Singh Chauhan & Ors. v. The State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7098

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498-A, 406, 34, and 323 IPC following amicable settlement and divorce decree in a matrimonial dispute.

criminal petition_allowed

Akhil Kakar v. State

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7093

The Delhi High Court cancelled interim protection granted to the accused due to breach of settlement terms evidenced by dishonour of the cheque forming part of the compromise.

criminal other

Payal Batra v. State (NCT) of Delhi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7109

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition under Section 482 Cr.P.C, holding that inherent jurisdiction cannot be exercised to circumvent the bar on second revision petitions under Section 397(3) Cr.P.C absent a special case of miscarriage of justice.

criminal petition_dismissed

Amrit Maan v. State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7108

The Delhi High Court dismissed anticipatory bail for a petitioner accused of orchestrating loan fraud through forged documents and held custodial interrogation necessary for investigation.

criminal petition_dismissed

M/S ALLIANCE BUSINESS SCHOOL & ANR v. MADHUKAR G. ANGUR & ANR

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019

The Delhi High Court appointed an independent Administrator to control and monitor the disputed university domain name and website, restraining parties from publishing defamatory content until their disputes are resolved.

civil appeal_allowed

M/S RD INTERNATIONAL EXPORTS v. UNION OF INDIA AND ORS.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7103-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging detention of goods under the Customs Act as premature since the statutory period for issuance of Show Cause Notice had not expired and provisional release was granted subject to bond.

administrative petition_dismissed

Airports Authority of India v. KGA Investments & Anr

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7105-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the Airports Authority of India's appeal due to inordinate delay of 352 days without sufficient cause, emphasizing strict adherence to limitation laws even for government bodies.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Ferrero SPA & Ors. v. Kamco Chew Food Private Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7106

The Delhi High Court held that the plaintiffs' "Kinder" trademarks are well-known and granted permanent injunctions against defendants for infringing trade dress and trademarks, declaring the marks well-known under the Trade Marks Act.

intellectual_property appeal_allowed

Touchwood International Private Limited v. Official Liquidator

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7107

The Delhi High Court allowed the voluntary winding up petition of Touchwood International Private Limited under Section 497(6) of the Companies Act, 1956, ordering its dissolution after satisfaction of all statutory requirements.

corporate petition_allowed

Surender Mishra v. The State & Anr

Delhi High Court · 18 Dec 2019 · 2019:DHC:7077

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.

criminal petition_allowed