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Sanjay Gupta v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court disposed of the writ petition challenging denial of Headquarter Allowance during cadre restructuring, affirming that illegal grant of allowance to others does not entitle the petitioner to the same benefit.
Oil Industry Development Board v. Godrej & Boyce Mfg Co Ltd
The Delhi High Court upheld an arbitral award finding concurrent delay by both parties in a contract dispute, dismissed the petitioner's challenge except to set aside rejection of counter-claims, clarifying the scope of judicial interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act.
Rajeev Kumar Bhardwaj v. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
The Delhi High Court directed the University to make a service book entry acknowledging the petitioner’s past service without conferring pensionary benefits, holding that refusal was illegal and arbitrary.
The State Govt. of NCT of Delhi v. Sonpal @ Sonu
The Delhi High Court dismissed the State's appeal and upheld the acquittal of the accused in an attempt to murder case due to insufficient evidence and procedural discrepancies.
Gaurav Miglani et al. v. Imagine Marketing Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court upheld an interim injunction against Exotic Mile's use of marks deceptively similar to Imagine Marketing's 'boAt' trademarks but set aside the injunction against an unprayed-for tagline, allowing use of a new mark 'GOBOULT' pending separate challenge.
Raghu Menon v. State
Delhi High Court dismissed anticipatory bail in an economic offence case involving cheating and forgery, emphasizing the necessity of custodial interrogation to prevent frustration of investigation.
Anant Verinder Singh v. Col. Inderjeet Singh
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition challenging execution of a decree on pecuniary jurisdiction grounds after the decree was upheld by higher courts, allowing the execution to proceed.
Focus Combine Marketing Pvt Ltd v. Haryana State Cooperative Supply & Marketing Federation Ltd
The Delhi High Court dismissed appeals by sub-lessees holding that unauthorized sub-leases without the lessor's consent are unenforceable and do not entitle sub-lessees to interim relief against dispossession.
Giriya Devi v. Harender Kumar & Anr.
The Delhi High Court held that the insurer is liable to indemnify the vehicle owner under the Employees’ Compensation Act despite contractual employment allegations, allowing the claimant’s appeal and directing payment of compensation.
Pitam Singh & Anr. v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court allowed the appeal and condoned delay in filing a railway accident claim, emphasizing a liberal approach to limitation in benevolent legislation for poor and illiterate claimants.
Parvesh v. Union of India & Anr
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal seeking to change the typing test medium after final submission of the application form and after two examination stages were completed, holding that no changes are permissible post-submission as per mandatory examination instructions.
Mulayam Singh Yadav Medical College and Hospital & Anr v. Union of India & Ors
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal seeking renewal of permission to admit a second batch of MBBS students, holding that the Supreme Court-mandated deadlines for permission and admission had expired and could not be extended.
The State of West Bengal v. Abijeet Singh and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the State of West Bengal to comply with the Central Government's cadre transfer order for an IPS officer by 31.10.2019, failing which the officer would be automatically relieved from the West Bengal cadre.
Tara Chand v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court upheld the rejection of a belated claim for correction of date of birth in service records made just before retirement, emphasizing the need for timely applications and adherence to service rules.
Kasturi Lal Sachdeva v. Mohinder Pal
The Delhi High Court held that an order rejecting the plaint under Order VII Rule 11 CPC is a decree appealable under Section 96 CPC, dismissing the second appeal challenging the maintainability of the first appeal.
Sumitomo Electric Industries Ltd v. Competition Commission of India
The Delhi High Court dismissed writ petitions challenging Competition Commission of India's investigation after the Director General's report found no violations, rendering the petitions academic.
Rani Kumari v. Oriental Insurance Co Ltd & Ors.
The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation awarded for permanent disability in a motor accident claim, emphasizing meaningful relief for pain, suffering, and loss of amenities based on Supreme Court principles.
Surinder Singh Bhogal v. Vinod Sharma & Anr
The Delhi High Court held that a road roller is a motor vehicle under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, dismissing the petition challenging the Tribunal's orders on this issue.
Smt. Prakashvati & Anr. v. Sh. Mahmood Hasan & Ors.
The Delhi High Court allowed the motor accident claimants' appeal for enhanced compensation including loss of future prospects and consortium, applying Supreme Court precedents.
St. Giri School v. New Delhi Municipal Council
Delhi High Court directed NDMC to grant an independent water connection to a school subject to procedural compliance, without affecting ongoing property disputes.