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Naresh Kaushik & Anr v. Jitender Malik (Bajaj Allianz General Ins Co Ltd)

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6505

The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal against the MACT's dismissal of a motor accident claim, holding that negligence of the offending vehicle entitled the claimants to compensation and remanded the case for fresh assessment.

motor_accident_claims appeal_allowed

Rampat (Deceased) Thr Lrs & Ors v. M/S Versatile Commotrade Pvt Ltd

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6465

The Delhi High Court upheld the decree for recovery of Rs.70 lakhs paid as advance under an agreement to sell, holding that the seller could not forfeit the amount without pleading loss and that the suit under Order XXXVII CPC was maintainable.

civil appeal_dismissed

State (NCT of Delhi) v. Sharmila @ Nanhi

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6459-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal against a two-year sentence under Section 307 IPC, holding that the trial court's sentencing discretion was properly exercised and not manifestly inadequate.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Dastkari Haat Samiti v. Delhi Tourism and Transporation Development Corporation and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6481-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the PIL seeking enforcement of old management guidelines for Dilli Haat, holding that policy decisions on its operation are discretionary and not subject to judicial interference.

administrative petition_dismissed

Laxman Dass Chhabra v. Sat Prakash Grover

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6472

The Delhi High Court allowed withdrawal of a petition challenging eviction under bona fide necessity, stayed execution of the eviction order on the tenant’s undertaking to vacate by a specified date and clear dues.

property appeal_dismissed

Avinash Mehrotra v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6491-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the Union of India and GNCT of Delhi to consider representations on banning online gambling websites and card games in accordance with law, recognizing gaming as a state subject and emphasizing reasoned decisions.

administrative other

CUREWEL (INDIA) LTD. v. INCOME TAX OFFICER

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6469-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a complete remand by the ITAT permits the assessee to raise fresh claims in remand proceedings, and directed the Assessing Officer to consider the appellant's claim of non-taxability of loan waiver income on merits.

tax appeal_allowed

State of NCT of Delhi v. Satyavir

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6493-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of the accused in a sexual assault case, holding that the victim's inconsistent testimony and lack of corroborative evidence warranted benefit of doubt.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Raj Kumar @ Sube Singh v. Archna Devi

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6494

The Delhi High Court held that eviction under Section 14(1)(e) of the Delhi Rent Control Act is maintainable despite lease expiry if possession is not taken, and a Rent Controller cannot dismiss eviction petitions on title grounds without pleadings.

civil appeal_allowed

State v. Lala Ram @ Mukesh

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6495-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the acquittal of the accused in a sexual assault case due to contradictions in the victim's testimony and lack of corroborative evidence, emphasizing that sole testimony must be reliable to sustain conviction.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Dr. Sanjeev Bagai v. Manipal Hospitals (Dwarka) Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6468

The Delhi High Court appointed a new sole arbitrator after the former arbitrator's resignation, directing compliance with disclosure requirements and continuation of arbitration proceedings.

arbitration other

M/S SA INDIA (SAI) v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6496-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging the rejection of a tender bid for failing to meet the location and enterprise registration criteria stipulated in the tender conditions.

administrative petition_dismissed

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co Ltd v. Shivam; Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co Ltd v. Karnail Singh

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6499

The Delhi High Court upheld the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal's award holding the insurer liable despite the driver's cancelled licence, as the driver was not informed of cancellation and the licence's invalidity was not proven.

civil appeal_dismissed

Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co Ltd v. Shivam; Cholamandalam MS General Insurance Co Ltd v. Karnail Singh

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6500

The Delhi High Court held that cancellation of a driving licence without personal intimation does not absolve the insurer from liability to indemnify claimants in motor accident compensation claims.

civil appeal_dismissed

ACE TECHNOLOGIES CORP. & ORS. v. COMMUNICATION COMPONENTS ANTENNA INC.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6497-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the requirement for defendants in a patent infringement suit to deposit 10% of sale proceeds of infringing products during the suit's pendency, clarifying that this obligation extends to future sales and that corporate guarantees may be replaced by actual deposits.

civil appeal_dismissed

Manjeet Kaur & Anr. v. Devender Dagar & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6498

The Delhi High Court dismissed the suit for cancellation of a registered Gift Deed based on an oral agreement, holding it barred by limitation and inadmissible under the Indian Evidence Act, affirming that breach of oral agreement does not constitute fraud to cancel a registered deed.

civil appeal_dismissed

Debasis Misra v. Aminur Bibi & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6503

The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioner to lead evidence through absent eyewitnesses by setting aside the closure of evidence order and remanding the case for further proceedings to ensure procedural fairness.

civil remanded

Dr. A.K. Doshi v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6501-DB

The Delhi High Court held that the Tribunal cannot change hearing dates fixed by judicial order through administrative directions without notice, and dismissed default orders passed under such circumstances, restoring the matter for merits.

administrative appeal_allowed

Rahul v. Nepal Singh & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6502

Delhi High Court enhanced compensation awarded to a 16-year-old motor accident victim for permanent disability, pain and suffering, and attendant costs, recognizing the lifelong impact of his injuries.

civil appeal_allowed

Hemender Pal v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi and Others

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2019 · 2019:DHC:6490-DB

Delhi High Court reduced the disproportionate departmental punishment imposed on a police officer after finding violation of equality and exercised judicial review under Article 226 to ensure fairness.

administrative appeal_allowed