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P.D.R SOLUTIONS FZC v. DISPUTE RESOLUTION PANEL- 2, NEW DELHI & ANR

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4881-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed the writ petition challenging the DRP's directions for failure to consider treaty-based objections, holding that non-application of mind by the DRP amounts to jurisdictional error amenable to writ jurisdiction despite alternative remedies.

tax appeal_allowed

The New India Assurance Co Ltd v. Azmati Khatoon & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4884

The Delhi High Court partially allowed the insurer's appeal by reducing the addition for loss of future prospects to 40%, limiting compensation amounts for loss of love and affection and consortium as per Supreme Court guidelines, and reducing interest rate to 9% in a motor accident claim.

civil appeal_allowed

Prabhu Dayal Gora & Ors v. Union of India & Ors

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019

The Delhi High Court dismissed petitions challenging the limitation of cadre change vacancies from ancillary staff to Constable (Executive) to 22, holding that transfers do not create fresh vacancies and the selection process was lawful.

administrative petition_dismissed

Sh. Umar Farooque & Ors. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4883-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the denial of Patient Care Allowance to pharmacists at Army Ordnance Corps dispensaries, holding they do not meet the eligibility criteria as their duties lack direct patient care in recognized health care institutions.

administrative petition_dismissed

M/S ANKUSH DEVELOPERS PVT.LTD. v. M/S PARY DEVELOPERS PVT.LTD.

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:7651

The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator to adjudicate disputes between real estate developers, directing compliance with procedural safeguards under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

civil other

United India Insurance Company Limited v. Manju & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4887

The Delhi High Court modified the compensation awarded in a motor accident claim by substituting the deceased's income with minimum wages and applying Supreme Court precedents on loss of future prospects and nonpecuniary damages.

civil appeal_allowed

Gaurav Panwar & Ors. v. The State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4871

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement between the parties and withdrawal of prosecution by the complainant.

criminal petition_allowed

Santosh Kumar Singh v. Deepak Gupta & Anr

Delhi High Court · 24 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4870

The Delhi High Court held that where a decree has been satisfied before the executing Court, any amount deposited pursuant to a stay order in appellate proceedings must be refunded to the appellant.

civil petition_dismissed

Saminuddin & Ors. v. United India Insurance Co Ltd & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4855

The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by granting 40% future prospects and increased amounts for loss of estate, funeral expenses, love and affection, and consortium, following Supreme Court precedents.

civil appeal_allowed

Digvijay Saroha v. State

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4851

The Delhi High Court dismissed bail to an accused under MCOCA, holding that a single FIR against an individual does not preclude invocation of MCOCA if the organized crime syndicate’s continuing unlawful activity is established, and stringent bail conditions under Section 21(4) are not met.

criminal appeal_dismissed

PARAS IMPORTS PVT LTD & ORS v. M/S RUNWAY LOGISTICS PVT LTD

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4854-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the grant and confirmation of mandatory injunction restraining defendants from alienating goods taken delivery of without payment, holding that the plaint disclosed a cause of action and the injunction was necessary to protect the plaintiff's rights.

civil appeal_dismissed

Arvind Chopra v. South Delhi Municipal Corporation

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4859

The Delhi High Court quashed an SDMC order for non-compliance with natural justice and directed a fresh hearing before a speaking order is passed.

administrative petition_allowed

HCL Infotech Ltd. v. Mahanagar Telephone Nigam Limited

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4860

The Delhi High Court granted a nine-month extension for completion of arbitral proceedings and passing of the award under Section 29A of the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996, based on parties' mutual consent.

civil petition_allowed

Santosh Nayar v. State & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4862

The Delhi High Court upheld the validity of a 2006 Will, allowing Letters of Administration to the widow and dismissing objections and a partition suit premised on intestacy.

civil appeal_allowed

State (NCT of Delhi) v. Deepak

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4861-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's petition for leave to appeal against acquittal in a rape case, holding that the prosecutrix was a major and her testimony was unreliable, thus upholding the trial court's acquittal of the accused.

criminal appeal_dismissed

M/S Brandavan Food Products and Anr. v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4864

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging tariff and menu changes in a catering contract, holding that contractual disputes with arbitration clauses and delayed challenges are not amenable to writ jurisdiction.

administrative petition_dismissed

M/S Brandavan Food Products & Anr. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:7381

The Delhi High Court dismissed multiple writ petitions directing the petitioners to resolve their disputes through arbitration by appointing an arbitrator, refraining from court interference.

civil petition_dismissed

Krishanpal v. Lok Nayak Hospital

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:7410

The Delhi High Court remanded multiple writ petitions challenging Labour Court Awards rejecting reinstatement claims back to the Labour Court for fresh adjudication in line with an earlier decision.

labor other

United India Ins Co Ltd v. Saminuddin & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4858

The Delhi High Court held that insurers must pay compensation in third-party motor accident claims despite absence of statutory endorsement on the driver's licence, applying the 'pay and recover' principle unless a fundamental breach causing the accident is proved.

motor_accident_claims_insurance_liability appeal_partly_allowed

Nirmal Singh Lamba v. S P Realtors

Delhi High Court · 23 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:7515

The Delhi High Court quashed the complaint against the petitioner in a cheque bounce case on the ground that he neither issued the cheque nor was a director at the relevant time.

criminal petition_allowed