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Ashok Kumar Singhla v. Govt of NCT of Delhi & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed a non-compoundable Section 304A IPC FIR under its inherent powers in Section 482 Cr.P.C. following an amicable settlement between the parties to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
Sanjay Singhal v. The State (Govt of NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR involving non-compoundable offences under IPC based on an amicable settlement between parties in a matrimonial dispute, exercising its inherent power under Section 482 Cr.P.C. to prevent abuse of process and secure ends of justice.
Ashok Kumar v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the deployment of the petitioner to the Embassy of India in Kathmandu based on peculiar facts, clarifying that the order is not a precedent.
Nitesh Chaudhary v. Union of India and Anr
The Delhi High Court dismissed a writ petition for non-prosecution due to the petitioner’s absence and failure to file a rejoinder despite being granted opportunities.
Pappu v. State
The Delhi High Court upheld the conviction of a father for repeatedly sexually assaulting his minor daughter based on conclusive DNA and medical evidence despite hostile witnesses.
Colonel Ramanjit Singh Kapany Sena Medal v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to consider the petitioner’s fresh representation regarding his transfer request on medical grounds before implementing the impugned order.
Bhagwan Decd Thr LRs v. Union of India & Anr
The Delhi High Court condoned a substantial delay in filing a land acquisition appeal, emphasizing a liberal approach to 'sufficient cause' under Section 5 of the Limitation Act to advance substantial justice while balancing interests of parties.
Chittar Lekha v. Ganga Ram
The Delhi High Court dismissed the appellant's second appeal, affirming the respondent's ownership and entitlement to possession of the disputed property based on valid sale documents and caretaker status of the appellant.
Vijayan v. Harinder Kaur
The Delhi High Court upheld the owner's right to possession against an occupant who repudiated landlord's title, clarifying that tenancy protections under the Delhi Rent Control Act do not apply when the occupant claims ownership.
Amitabh Kumar Shahi & Anr. v. The State Govt of NCT Delhi & Ors
The Delhi High Court allowed a habeas corpus petition directing that a married minor girl be permitted to reside with her husband, recognizing the husband as her natural guardian and prioritizing her welfare and choice.
Formosa Plastics Corporation USA v. Ashok Chauhan & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that dismissal of an execution petition not set down for final hearing is improper under Order XXI Rule 105 CPC, a judge cannot assume jurisdiction over part-heard matters outside the roster, and applications to recall such orders are maintainable under Section 151 CPC, allowing the appeal and remanding for fresh consideration.
Formosa Plastics Corporation USA v. Ashok Chauhan & Ors.
Judgment pronouncing the decision in a civil commercial dispute between Formosa Plastics Corporation USA and Ashok Chauhan & Ors. in the Delhi High Court.
Vikas Kumar v. State
The Delhi High Court acquitted the appellant of kidnapping and enticement charges under Sections 363 and 366 IPC, holding that the minor prosecutrix voluntarily accompanied him without inducement or moral persuasion.
Indu Lata Rangwala v. Deputy Commissioner of Income Tax
The Delhi High Court held that reopening of income tax assessment under Section 148 is valid even after processing under Section 143(1) without fresh tangible material, provided the Assessing Officer forms 'reason to believe' that income has escaped assessment.
Munna v. State
The Delhi High Court set aside the rape conviction due to unreliable prosecutrix testimony but upheld and modified the kidnapping conviction of the appellant.
Ajanta Transistor Clock Manufacturing Co. v. Ajanta Limited
The Delhi High Court upheld a family settlement-based arbitral award restricting trademark use, holding that 'Ajanta Quartz' is not a separate mark and that lawful business restraints in the settlement are void but trademark restrictions are enforceable.
PFIZER PRODUCTS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED & ANR v. UNION OF INDIA
The Delhi High Court upheld the DCGI's rejection of Pfizer's request to extend the expiry period of 'Medrol' beyond 60 months, declined to entertain the writ petition on expiry date issues pending before other High Courts, and directed withdrawal of stocks six months prior to expiry.
Rotomac Electricals Ltd. v. Union of India & Anr
The Delhi High Court upheld penalty for non-fulfillment of export obligation under an advance licence due to petitioner’s failure to produce mandatory documents and rejected claims of exports prior to licence issuance.
M/S TRANS ASIAN INDUSTRIES EXPOSITIONS PVT. LTD. v. SONI DAVE
The Delhi High Court upheld consent decrees for possession based on clear admissions under Order 12 Rule 6 CPC but modified the quantum of user charges fixed without proper hearing.
M/S TRANS ASIAN INDUSTRIES EXPOSITIONS PVT. LTD. v. SONI DAVE
The Delhi High Court reserved and pronounced judgment in a civil appeal filed by M/s Trans Asian Industries Expositions Pvt. Ltd. against Soni Dave concerning a commercial dispute.