Search Judgments
Search by legal issue, facts, citation, statute, or case name
M/S HCL INFOSYSTEM LTD v. CENTRAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
The Supreme Court held that a Special Judge appointed under the Prevention of Corruption Act can try connected non-PC Act offences and continue trial after the death of a public servant co-accused, dismissing jurisdictional challenges.
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. v. Essar Power Limited
The Supreme Court held that the generating company must declare and allocate power proportionately under the PPA, allowing GUVNL's appeal against the Tribunal's contrary finding and restoring the regulatory commission's order.
Vijay Kumar Mishra v. High Court of Judicature at Patna
The Supreme Court held that Article 233(2) bars appointment but not participation in the selection process for District Judges by persons already in service, allowing candidates to appear in interviews without prior resignation.
Tamilnadu Terminated Full Time Temporary LIC Employees Association v. S.K. Roy
The Supreme Court upheld the binding nature of industrial awards for LIC workers' absorption, dismissed LIC's review petitions except for a 50% reduction in back wages, and directed compliance with the award within eight weeks.
Ambika Savaria & Ors. v. Sanjay Sharma & Ors.
The Supreme Court held that a tenant who acknowledges the landlord's ownership is estopped from denying it, allowing eviction under bona fide need provisions despite the High Court's contrary finding.
Smt. Shantiben Babarbhai Patel and Anr v. Smt. Geeta Prabhu Patel and Ors
The Executing Court can stay execution of a decree passed against a deceased defendant in an abated suit as such decree is a nullity and not executable.
Nehru Place Hotels Ltd. v. Bhushan Steel and Strips Ltd
The Delhi High Court disposed of execution petitions filed by Nehru Place Hotels Ltd. against Bhushan Steel entities following a settlement between the parties.
Ssrividhya v. The Chairperson Authority
The Delhi High Court dismissed the Letters Patent Appeal against an interlocutory order directing re-notification of a writ petition challenging jurisdiction and maintainability issues under the PMLA, holding such order is not appealable.
Ishwar Prakash v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR involving non-compoundable offences under IPC based on an amicable settlement between parties, exercising its inherent power under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
Council of the Instt. of Chartered Accountants of India v. Rakesh Verma
The Delhi High Court upheld disciplinary action suspending a Chartered Accountant for one year for professional misconduct involving failure to arrange funds as per an agreement and lack of due diligence.
Anand Sriram Krishnan & Ors. v. State Govt. of NCT Delhi & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed a non-compoundable criminal FIR arising from matrimonial disputes under Section 482 Cr.P.C. following an amicable settlement between the parties.
Mohd. Hussain v. State NCT of Govt of Delhi
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Section 304-A IPC based on a genuine compromise between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
Ishwar Prakash v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Ors
The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR under multiple IPC sections based on an amicable settlement between parties, exercising its inherent power under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
ORIENTAL INSURANCE CO. LTD. v. MOHIT AHLAWAT & ORS.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the insurance company's appeal against a motor accident compensation award, upholding the negligence finding and the compensation calculation including future prospects and loss of estate.
SHRI RAMI v. LAND ACQUISITION COLLECTOR SOUTH-EAST
The Delhi High Court held that land acquisition proceedings under the 1894 Act lapse under Section 24(2) of the 2013 Act if compensation remains unpaid for over five years, granting the petitioners a declaration of lapse.
Raman Vihar CGHS Ltd v. The Registrar Cooperative Societies and Anr
The Delhi High Court directed the Registrar of Cooperative Societies to complete member verification and forward eligible names for allotment without requiring No Objection Certificates from occupants, expediting the draw of lots despite pending disputes.
Sushil Kumar Gupta v. Abdul Ilahi and Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that the Wakf Board and related parties are not necessary or proper parties in a suit for permanent injunction where title or possession of Wakf property is not in dispute, and quashed their impleadment by the trial court.
M/S VIVEK DATTA (HUF) & ORS v. SANJAY KUMAR GUPTA
The High Court held that an application under Order 9 Rule 7 CPC to set aside an ex parte order is maintainable if the hearing is not complete, such as when a change in the Presiding Officer requires rehearing of arguments before judgment.
Uttrakhand Transport Corporation v. Deepa
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal against the Claims Tribunal's compensation award for motor accident injuries, upheld the interest rate, and enhanced the compensation amount.
Deepak Kumar v. Commissioner of Police and Anr
The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's rejection of a compassionate appointment claim, affirming that such appointments are discretionary reliefs based on financial need and not a right.