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Vikash & Ors. v. State & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC arising from a matrimonial dispute based on an amicable settlement, exercising inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 CrPC.
Shri Ram Naresh Verma & Anr. v. State & Ors.
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Section 304A IPC for accidental death after the victims' representatives accepted compensation, applying inherent jurisdiction under Section 482 CrPC to prevent futile criminal proceedings.
Vishal Chawla v. State
The Delhi High Court quashed the trial order for rape against the petitioner due to contradictory prosecutrix statements and lack of incriminating evidence, holding that proceeding would be an abuse of process.
Babu & Ors. v. Vikas Duggal & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that compensation for loss of dependency in a motor accident claim must be calculated based on the deceased's actual place of work and residence, accepting credible oral evidence in absence of documentary proof for unorganized sector workers.
Oriental Insurance Company Ltd v. Neha Adhukiya & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld compensation for pain and suffering but removed interest on future medical expenses, directing the insurer to reimburse actual future treatment costs upon submission of bills.
DD GEARS EMPLOYEES UNION v. DD GEARS LIMITED & ANR
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal and applications for condonation of delay due to the appellant's failure to provide sufficient cause for a 901-day and 472-day delay in filing and re-filing the appeal.
Phoolo Dev @ Phoolwari v. New Delhi Municipal Council & Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner’s writ petition as barred by res judicata since an earlier petition on the same cause of action was withdrawn unconditionally without reserving the right to file a fresh petition.
SHIRIRAM GENERAL INSURANCE CO LTD. v. MANOJ KUMAR & ORS.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the insurance company's appeal and upheld the compensation awarded to the injured claimant for injuries caused by rash and negligent driving, holding the insurer liable despite delay in FIR and absence of criminal prosecution.
S Daya Singh & Sons (HUF) and Others v. M/S Som Datt Builders Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court held that prolonged governmental restrictions and inability to obtain approvals frustrated the development contract, validating the owners' termination and setting aside the arbitral award favoring the builder.
Rahul Bulk Carrier v. Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Marketing Division
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging rejection of an LPG bulk transport tender bid, holding that the decision was not arbitrary as the SC quota for State-registered trucks was exhausted and the tender process was fair.
M/S EDIT JUNCTION VFX & ANR v. GAURAV CHOPRA
The Delhi High Court held that an executing court cannot entertain objections challenging a decree when no appeal is filed, and criminal court findings under Section 138 NI Act are not binding on civil execution proceedings.
United Sikhs v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that courts cannot direct the legislature to enact laws restraining hate crimes or protecting minorities, emphasizing the exclusive law-making power of the legislature under the Constitution.
Ramesh Sanka v. Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
The Delhi High Court directed ICAI's Director (Discipline) to examine the petitioner's complaints of professional misconduct within three months, emphasizing procedural compliance without opining on merits.
Bharat Electronics Ltd v. Bishan Swaroop Sharma
The Delhi High Court upheld the termination of a workman by Bharat Electronics Limited following a fair inquiry, confirmed compensation awarded by the Labour Court, but reduced the interest rate from 12% to the bank rate.
Ramveer v. State
The Delhi High Court modified the appellant's conviction from attempt to murder under Section 307 IPC to voluntarily causing hurt under Section 324 IPC and released him on probation, holding that the prosecution failed to prove intention to murder and grievous injuries beyond reasonable doubt.
Arti Rani v. North Delhi Municipal Corporation
The Delhi High Court upheld the municipal authority's rejection of a license extension and restoration of possession due to eviction and non-payment of dues, affirming adherence to policy and administrative discretion.
Union of India v. Vinod Kumar Sharma
The Delhi High Court upheld the entitlement of contractual staff nurses to salary and allowances equivalent to regular employees at minimum pay scale, dismissing the Union of India's writ petition challenging the CAT order.
M/S DECCAN CHARTERS PRIVATE LIMITED v. VIKRAM THAPA
The Delhi High Court held that termination on bona fide loss of confidence does not require a domestic inquiry and reinstatement is not warranted even if the inquiry is flawed; only compensation is appropriate.
N C DECORS PVT LTD v. ONGC
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging rejection of the petitioner's bid for non-submission of MSME certificate with the bid, holding that strict compliance with tender conditions is mandatory for availing purchase preference.
Anu Rani v. Vishwantra Dhama
The Delhi High Court directed the trial court to promptly decide the petitioner's interim maintenance application, emphasizing that undue delay defeats the purpose of providing timely financial support.