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Novex Communication Private Limited v. Hotel Crowne Plaza
The Delhi High Court allowed withdrawal of a civil suit following an out of court settlement and directed refund of 50% court fees under Section 16-A of the Court Fees Act.
CASCADE ENTERPRISES v. PUREARTH INFRASTRUCTURE LTD & ANR
The Delhi High Court issued procedural directions for expeditious disposal of arbitration petitions under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 without deciding the merits.
Sandhya Rani Debbarma & Ors. v. National Insurance Company Ltd. & Anr.
The Supreme Court restored the full compensation awarded by the Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, clarifying the correct method of computation under Section 166 of the Motor Vehicles Act and directing insurers to pay with 9% interest.
State Bank of India v. Neelam Nag
The Supreme Court held that disciplinary proceedings against a bank employee accused of criminal breach of trust can be stayed only until the closure of prosecution evidence in the criminal trial, which must be completed expeditiously within one year, balancing fair trial rights and public interest.
State Bank of India v. Neelam Nag
The Supreme Court held that disciplinary proceedings against a bank employee accused of criminal breach of trust may be stayed only until the closure of prosecution evidence in the criminal trial, which must be completed expeditiously, balancing the interests of justice and public policy.
Government of NCT of Delhi v. Kishan Chand
The Supreme Court dismissed the Government of NCT of Delhi's appeals but allowed one year to initiate fresh land acquisition proceedings under the 2013 Act, failing which possession must be returned to original owners.
Madhusri Konar and Anr. v. The New Central Book Agency Pvt. Ltd. and Ors.
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal against the High Court's refusal to direct disposal of an Order VII, Rule 11 CPC application, holding that where issues are framed covering the objections, the trial court may proceed with the suit and dispose of it expeditiously.
M/S. SHASUN CHEMICALS AND DRUGS LTD v. COMMISSIONER OF INCOME TAX-II, CHENNAI
The Supreme Court allowed the assessee's appeal holding that share issue expenses are amortizable under Section 35D and bonus payments routed through a Trust are deductible under Section 36(1)(ii) of the Income Tax Act, overruling the High Court's disallowance.
J.K. Lakshmi Cement Ltd. v. Commercial Tax Officer, Pali
The Supreme Court held that a dealer cannot claim simultaneous partial exemption under the 1986 notification and concessional tax under the 2000 notification for the same assessment year, dismissing the appellant's claim for dual benefits.
DELHI DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY v. CHARANJIT KAUR
The Supreme Court dismissed the Delhi Development Authority's appeals, holding that fresh land acquisition proceedings under Section 11 of the 2013 Act must be initiated within one year or possession must be returned to original landowners.
Tattu Lodhi @ Pancham Lodhi v. State of Madhya Pradesh
The Supreme Court upheld the conviction for kidnapping, rape, and murder of a minor but commuted the death sentence to life imprisonment with a 25-year minimum term, emphasizing the proper application of the "rarest of rare" doctrine and the role of circumstantial evidence.
Larsen & Tourbo Limited v. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd
The Bombay High Court upheld the setting aside of several arbitral claims for being contrary to contract and unsupported by evidence, affirming limited judicial interference under Section 34 of the Arbitration Act and the finality of the Engineer-in-Charge's decisions.
Pankaj Sharma v. The State (NCI of Delhi)
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A and 406 IPC based on an amicable settlement between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 CrPC.
Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi v. Rajwinder Kaur
The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal’s order directing compassionate appointment to the deceased employee’s daughter, recognizing the family’s indigent condition despite delay, while clarifying the order is an exception and not a precedent.
M/S Bombay Mercantile Co-Operative Bank Ltd v. Mohd Abad Alvi & Ors
The Delhi High Court allowed the decree holder to withdraw execution petitions after the award was satisfied and dismissed the petitions as withdrawn.
Rajit Mehra v. State NCT of Delhi
The Delhi High Court granted anticipatory bail to accused in a cheque dishonour and criminal conspiracy case, imposing conditions to ensure cooperation with investigation and prevent absconding.
Mohan Lal v. Union Public Service Commission
The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging UPSC's selection of a candidate, holding that the selection process and experience evaluation were lawful and the petitioner’s claims of forgery and procedural irregularity were unsubstantiated.
National Highways Authority of India v. M/S Gayatri – ECI (JV)
Delhi High Court upheld an arbitral award directing NHAI to reimburse additional VAT costs to contractor, holding no evidence showed VAT increase was factored into contract price adjustments.
Shri Chand Yadav v. Manoj Kumar & Anr.
The High Court allowed the appeal against dismissal of a Section 138 NI Act complaint for non-prosecution where the complainant was absent due to illness but represented by proxy counsel, holding such dismissal a miscarriage of justice.
Anil Kumar @ Mithu & Ors. v. State
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction and life sentences of three appellants for the murder of Ravi Kant, affirming the reliability of ocular and medical evidence despite the first informant turning hostile.