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CASA2STAYS PRIVATE LIMITED v. VINOD CHANDRAPRASAD SHUKLA SOLE PROPRIETOR BLUE INN RESIDENCE

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4400

The Delhi High Court appointed a Sole Arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 upon the respondent's failure to nominate an arbitrator as per a valid arbitration agreement.

civil petition_allowed

Neety Gupta v. Usha Gupta & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4396

The Delhi High Court held that a trial court's decree merges into the appellate decree and cannot be amended post-appeal; enforcement of appellate directions such as mesne profits must be sought through execution proceedings, not by amending the original decree.

civil petition_dismissed

Delhi High Court Bar Association v. Rajiv Khosla

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4394

The Delhi High Court directed electronic retrieval and preservation of election data from EVMs to balance evidence integrity with the need to conduct subsequent university elections, modifying the trial court's preservation order accordingly.

civil appeal_allowed

Aftab Malik & Ors. v. Shri Shyam Lal & Anr

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4395

The Delhi High Court set aside the premature appointment of a Patwari in execution proceedings, directing the court to first adjudicate objections under Section 47 CPC before proceeding.

civil appeal_allowed

Pawan v. State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4389

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Section 354-A IPC based on an amicable settlement and the complainant's unwillingness to prosecute.

criminal petition_allowed

M/S S. O. GAS PRODUCTS PVT. LTD. v. Union of India and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4412-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging rejection of technical bids for LPG bottling plants, holding that strict compliance with safety and eligibility criteria in tenders is mandatory and rejection on such grounds is justified.

administrative petition_dismissed

Har Kaur Chadha & Anr. v. NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4411

The Delhi High Court allowed the writ petition directing mutation of acquired land in the petitioners' late father's name, holding that writ jurisdiction can be exercised despite alternative remedies when delay and prejudice exist.

property appeal_allowed

Manju and Ors. v. Mohit Singhal and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4401

The Delhi High Court directed respondent No.1 to pay principal, interest, and penalty amounts within specified time and imposed restrictions on petitioner No.1's bank account to ensure compliance and prevent misuse.

civil petition_allowed

Sharda & Anr v. Puran Chand & Anr

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4408

The Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by applying the multiplier based on the deceased's age and recognizing notional income as a skilled worker holding a valid driving licence.

civil appeal_allowed

TATA AIG GENERAL INSURANCE CO LTD v. KAILASH MUDGAL & ORS

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4398

The Delhi High Court modified a motor accident compensation award by reducing loss of future prospects to 40%, disallowing unproven medical expenses, and upholding attendant charges based on permanent impairment.

civil appeal_allowed

The New India Assurance Co Ltd v. Sharda & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4407

The Delhi High Court held that an insurer's right of recovery against the insured owner is valid without serving notice on the driver, and reduced the interest rate on compensation from 10% to 9% per annum.

civil appeal_allowed

The New India Assurance Co Ltd v. Sharda; The New India Assurance Co Ltd v. Kunti Devi @ Kunta Devi

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4409

The Delhi High Court held that an insurer need not serve notice on the driver to claim recovery from the insured and reduced the interest rate on compensation from 10% to 9% per annum.

civil appeal_allowed

Rishi Ranjan Mishra v. Shubh Chander Yadav & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4406

The Delhi High Court held that a Reach Stacker used within an enclosed container depot qualifies as a motor vehicle under Section 2(28) of the Motor Vehicles Act, entitling the injured claimant to compensation.

civil appeal_allowed

Gebr Pfeiffer (India) Pvt Ltd v. Pradeep Sharma

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4379

The Delhi High Court held that a contract of personal service cannot be specifically enforced and upheld the lawful termination of employment by payment in lieu of notice, rejecting the suit seeking reinstatement and declaration of illegal termination.

civil appeal_allowed

Suman Devi v. Union of India & Anr

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4378-DB

The Delhi High Court rejected the suicide finding in a CRPF constable's death, declared it unnatural, and directed payment of compensation and ex gratia to the widow without ordering a fresh inquiry.

administrative petition_allowed

ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD v. SHASHI BHUSHAN

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4415

The Delhi High Court upheld and enhanced compensation for an injured claimant requiring an artificial limb, emphasizing just compensation for future replacement, maintenance, and non-pecuniary damages with safeguards on fund utilization.

civil appeal_allowed

ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD v. SHASHI BHUSHAN

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4414

The Delhi High Court upheld and enhanced compensation for an injured claimant's artificial limb replacement, loss of earnings, and non-pecuniary damages, emphasizing just compensation and safeguarding future expenses.

civil appeal_allowed

South Asia Human Rights Documentation Centre Pvt. Ltd. & Anr. v. State & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4393

The Delhi High Court quashed criminal charges and proceedings against petitioners following an amicable settlement and the complainant's decision not to prosecute further.

criminal petition_allowed

Vipin Malik & Anr. v. PACL India Ltd. & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4413

The Delhi High Court decreed eviction and recovery of rent arrears with interest and costs against a defaulting lessee under a nine-year lease agreement, holding that enhanced rent is payable only within the lease term absent a fresh lease.

civil appeal_allowed

Babu Khan and Anr. v. State & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 05 Sep 2019 · 2019:DHC:4392

The Delhi High Court held that an FIR under Section 304A IPC can be quashed on settlement if gross negligence is not prima facie established and the ends of justice favor quashing.

criminal appeal_allowed