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Narinder Singh and Anr. v. University of Delhi and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4504

The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition challenging appointments at Hansraj College due to delay and upheld the validity of the selection process and appointments.

administrative petition_dismissed

Naman Lakhanpal v. Vineet Kumar Lakhanpal

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4533-DB

The Delhi High Court clarified that visitation duration must correspond to the expenses paid, directing Rs. 25,000 for three-day visitation and additional payment for extension to one week.

family appeal_allowed

Ravinder Chopra v. Life Insurance Corporation of India

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4520

The Delhi High Court held that a permanent reduction in pay for a single incident of discourteous behavior was disproportionate and remanded the matter for reconsideration of appropriate punishment under LIC Staff Regulations.

labor appeal_allowed

Sarla Holdings Private Limited v. Pr Commissioner of Income Tax Delhi-7 New Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4470-DB

The Delhi High Court held that the option for concessional tax under Section 115BAA must be exercised before the due date of filing the return, and delay in filing Form 10-IC cannot cure failure to opt timely.

tax petition_dismissed

State Govt of NCT of Delhi v. Jaidev

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025

The Delhi High Court partially allowed appeals against acquittal, convicting Jaidev, Suraj Bhan, and Jagmal for obscene and sexual harassment offences under IPC and POCSO Act, affirming the credibility of child victim testimony and corroborative electronic evidence.

criminal appeal_allowed

Ravinder Singhania v. State of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025

The Delhi High Court quashed criminal proceedings against Independent Directors of Unitech Ltd. for offences under IPC, holding that mere designation without specific allegations of active involvement and criminal intent does not attract liability.

criminal petition_allowed

Sheela Overseas Private Limited v. PR Commissioner of Income Tax Delhi-08 Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4474-DB

The Delhi High Court held that for AY 2015-16, an assessee is not required to explain the source of the source of unsecured loans under Section 68, and additions on that basis are unsustainable if the assessee satisfactorily explains the nature and source of the credit.

tax appeal_allowed

Arshaduddin Ahmad @ Arshad Ahmad v. Narcotics Control Bureau

Delhi High Court · 28 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4509

The Delhi High Court granted bail to the accused in an NDPS case involving commercial quantity of narcotics, emphasizing the accused's medical condition and undue delay in trial despite statutory bail restrictions.

criminal appeal_allowed

Chandigarh Administration v. Registrar General, High Court of Punjab and Haryana

Supreme Court of India · 28 May 2025 · 2025 INSC 786

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's directions for verandah construction and eco-friendly parking measures at the Chandigarh High Court, balancing heritage preservation with functional public interest.

administrative appeal_dismissed

N.S. Gnaneshwaran v. The Inspector of Police

Supreme Court of India · 28 May 2025 · 2025 INSC 787

The Supreme Court quashed criminal proceedings against appellants following full settlement of dues through a One Time Settlement, holding that continuation of trial served no useful purpose.

criminal appeal_allowed

M/S JAIPRAKASH HYUNDAI CONSORTIUM v. M/S SJVN LIMITED

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4459-DB

The Delhi High Court held that DRB recommendations under a contract clause constitute binding arbitral awards enforceable immediately, and enforcement petitions filed beyond twelve years are barred by limitation despite pending civil suits challenging the award.

civil appeal_dismissed

Saurav Choudhary v. NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4490

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 279 and 338 IPC following a voluntary amicable settlement and compounding of the offence under Section 338 IPC.

criminal petition_allowed

Paradise Plastics Enterprises Limited v. JRG Automotive Industries India Pvt. Ltd & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4894

The Delhi High Court held that the referral court’s role under Section 11 of the Arbitration Act is limited to prima facie existence of an arbitration agreement and that the question of whether non-signatories are bound by the arbitration agreement must be decided by the arbitral tribunal.

civil appeal_allowed

M/S RAJ INTERNATIONAL v. ADDITIONAL COMMISSIONER CGST DELHI WEST & ORS

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4794-DB

The Delhi High Court disposed of a GST-related writ petition addressing procedural grievances by directing the Department to implement SOPs and improve communication protocols to ensure fair and efficient litigation management.

administrative petition_dismissed

Bhagwati Enterprises v. Commissioner Delhi Goods and Service Tax

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4618-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the GST adjudication order, allowed the petitioner to file appeal despite limitation pending Supreme Court’s decision on the validity of impugned GST notifications, and left the question of notifications’ validity open.

tax petition_dismissed

M V Metals v. Commissioner Delhi Goods and Service Tax and Others

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4611-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging a GST tax demand order, directing the petitioner to file an appeal and leaving the validity of limitation-extending notifications to the Supreme Court's decision.

tax appeal_allowed

MS Millenia Lifescience & Anr. v. Avato Ward 53 State Goods and Service Tax & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4679-DB

The Delhi High Court set aside an ex-parte GST demand order for lack of personal hearing and remanded the matter for fresh adjudication, leaving the validity of the impugned notification pending before the Supreme Court.

administrative appeal_allowed

Parag Keshav Bopardikar v. Income Tax Officer & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4444-DB

The Delhi High Court held that TDS credit cannot be denied to an NRI taxpayer due to procedural errors by the deductor and quashed the Assessing Officer's erroneous demand and penalty proceedings.

tax petition_allowed

Zihad Ahmed v. State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4795

The Delhi High Court quashed a criminal FIR involving sexual harassment and extortion of a minor after a voluntary settlement, emphasizing the victim's right to privacy and the Court's inherent power to prevent futile prosecutions.

criminal appeal_allowed

Union of India & Ors. v. Shahzad Singh

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2025 · 2025:DHC:4435-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the CAT order directing pay fixation of a Junior Translation Officer, holding that Tribunal decisions on pay entitlements operate in rem and benefit all similarly situated officers.

administrative appeal_dismissed