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New India Assurance Co Ltd v. Parkash Chand & Ors

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:8798

Delhi High Court enhanced compensation in a motor accident claim by applying appropriate notional income, multiplier, and future prospects, while upholding negligence of the offending vehicle.

civil appeal_allowed

MAGMA FINCORP LTD v. SATISH KUMAR & ANR

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:8515

The Delhi High Court disposed of execution petitions on the basis of a settlement with liberty to the decree holder to file afresh if payments are not made as agreed.

civil other

Jagbir Singh & Anr v. Union of India and Ors

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5652

The Delhi High Court held that acquisition proceedings under the 1894 Act without possession or compensation before the 2013 Act's commencement are deemed lapsed under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act.

property petition_allowed

Anju Lata v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5651

The Delhi High Court held that acquisition proceedings under the 1894 Act lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if compensation is not paid within five years of the award, regardless of physical possession.

property petition_allowed

Ajay Sharma v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5650

The Delhi High Court held that acquisition proceedings under the 1894 Act lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if possession is not taken and compensation is not paid or tendered to landowners, and mere deposit in treasury does not constitute payment.

property petition_allowed

Vikas @ Vicky v. State

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5653

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petitioner's bail application in a serious sexual offence case under IPC and POCSO Act, citing risk of witness tampering and gravity of offence.

criminal petition_dismissed

Shri Krishan Kumar Wadhva v. Delhi Development Authority & Anr

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5657

The Delhi High Court dismissed the tenant's suit challenging the landlord's title and lease renewal, holding that a tenant cannot claim ownership or lease rights without the lessor's cancellation or re-entry.

civil appeal_dismissed

Ratchet Laboratories Ltd. & Ors. v. Intec Capital Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5658

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition to set aside an ex parte arbitration award for unpaid loan, affirming the binding nature of such awards under Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

civil appeal_dismissed

Sanjeev Kumar v. Lt. Governor of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5648

The Delhi High Court held that acquisition proceedings lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if compensation is unpaid for over five years, but possession can be retained if compensation is paid under the new Act.

property petition_allowed

SHYAMI AND ORS v. UNION OF INDIA AND ORS

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5649

The Delhi High Court held that acquisition proceedings under the 1894 Act lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if no possession or compensation occurs within five years prior to the 2013 Act's commencement.

property petition_allowed

Abdul Hamid Warsi v. Shri Abdu Qadar

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5669

The court held that a tenant cannot file additional affidavits or bring on record subsequent events after the mandatory 15-day period for leave to defend under Section 25B of the Delhi Rent Control Act, 1958, and dismissed the petition accordingly.

civil petition_dismissed

M/s. Mega Engineering & Geo Technical Services v. M/S Ksk Dinchang Power Company Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5668

Delhi High Court held it has jurisdiction to appoint an arbitrator under a valid arbitration clause specifying Delhi courts, despite parties' offices being outside Delhi.

civil petition_allowed

Ashok Kumar Sharma v. Ram Kumar Sharma

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5667

The High Court upheld the dismissal of the petitioner's application for revival of a suit withdrawn by his counsel acting within authority under the vakalatnama, affirming that such withdrawal cannot be challenged on grounds of lack of instructions.

civil appeal_dismissed

Chandra Prabha v. Satish Chand Sharma & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5666

The Delhi High Court dismissed a suit by a female beneficiary seeking a share in her father's estate under a trust Will, holding her entitlement was limited to support during minority and the suit barred by limitation and misconceived.

civil petition_dismissed

Sh Bhim Singh v. M/S South Haryana Goods Carriers Pvt Ltd

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5656

The Delhi High Court held that injuries caused due to enmity between drivers connected with the use of a motor vehicle qualify as accidents under Employees’ Compensation law and remanded the case for fresh adjudication.

civil appeal_allowed

Ramesh H Ramchandani v. K.H. Ramchandani & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5645

The Delhi High Court dismissed a civil suit as withdrawn following an out-of-court settlement between the parties.

civil appeal_dismissed

Saran Exclusif & Anr. v. Shabnam

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5665

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging a Labour Court award directing compensation for illegal termination due to the employer's failure to justify termination and delay in filing the petition.

labor petition_dismissed

Saran Exclusif & Anr. v. Neema

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5664

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging a Labour Court Award directing compensation for illegal termination, upholding the Award due to the employer's failure to produce evidence and unexplained delay.

labor petition_dismissed

Saran Exclusif & Anr. v. Geeta

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5663

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging a labor court award directing compensation for illegal termination, affirming that compensation in lieu of reinstatement is appropriate when the employer fails to justify termination or reinstate the employee.

labor petition_dismissed

Chetan Exports & Anr. v. Leela

Delhi High Court · 09 Aug 2016 · 2016:DHC:5662

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging a Labour Court award directing compensation for illegal termination, upholding the employee's entitlement due to employer's failure to rebut evidence and delay in filing the petition.

labor petition_dismissed