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Bhagwan Singh v. Union of India and Ors.
The Delhi High Court dismissed the review petition and upheld that a retired employee eligible for promotion is entitled to notional increments and arrears if juniors received such benefits, emphasizing the limited scope of review petitions.
P R INNOVATIONS PVT LTD v. L G ELECTRONICS INDIA PVT LTD
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of delay in filing the written statement in a commercial suit, emphasizing a liberal and justice-oriented approach under Section 5 of the Limitation Act, 1963.
Harkrishan Kumar Narula v. Airports Authority of India & Anr
The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner’s appointment as Joint General Manager was a mere placement, not promotion, and directed his case for promotion to General Manager (Cartography) be considered from the 2006 vacancy with consequential benefits.
Pacific Maintenance Services Pvt Ltd v. DJT Retailers Pvt Ltd
The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Sections 11(5) and 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, to adjudicate disputes arising from a maintenance agreement containing a valid arbitration clause.
Software Technology Park of India v. Covenant Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd.
The Delhi High Court appointed an independent sole arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to adjudicate disputes arising from a Leave and License Agreement after parties failed to mutually appoint an arbitrator.
Narinder Paul Kaushik & Ors. v. Chief Secretary & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that 'last pay drawn' includes all allowances and CPF contributions, and found respondents guilty of contempt for wilful non-compliance with its directions, ordering payment of CPF dues to the petitioner.
MGO INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED v. ABHINANDAN GUPTA
The Delhi High Court upheld the Trial Court's finding of no delay in entering appearance in a summary suit, applying the Supreme Court's Covid-19 limitation extension and dismissing the petition under Article 227.
State of Madhya Pradesh v. Ramkumar Choudhary
The Supreme Court dismissed the State's appeal due to unexplained inordinate delay in filing the second appeal, emphasizing strict adherence to limitation laws and accountability of State officials.
Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University v. Monika
The Supreme Court held that experience gained as outsourced manpower in a government department qualifies for experience marks in recruitment, affirming the High Court’s order directing appointment of the candidate.
Kamaruddin Dastagir Sanadi v. State of Karnataka
The Supreme Court acquitted the appellant of abetment of suicide and cheating charges, holding that mere refusal to marry without instigation does not constitute abetment under Section 306 IPC.
Kondiba Gunjal v. The Union of India and The State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court granted bail to an accused under the NDPS Act, holding that prolonged incarceration without trial progress violates the right to speedy trial and statements under Section 67 NDPS are inadmissible as confessional evidence.
Rajaram Raghunath Koli v. The State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court held that a person holding a Validity Certificate under the Koli (SBC) category cannot claim a different caste certificate without surrendering the existing certificate, dismissing the petitioner's claim for a Malhar Koli Scheduled Tribe certificate.
Afsana Sarfaraj Ahmed Patel v. Sarfaraj Ahamad Mainodin Patel
The Bombay High Court dismissed the criminal appeal challenging acquittal of husband and his family in a domestic cruelty case due to lack of cogent evidence and delay in complaint.
Dist. Dharashiv (Osmanabad) v. Terna Medical College & Hospital
The Bombay High Court allowed a writ petition directing admission of a meritorious candidate on a supernumerary seat after wrongful denial by a medical college demanding impermissible fees, applying the principle of restitutive justice.
M/S JAY FE CYLINDERS LTD. v. MANISH JAIN
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of a 28-day delay in filing a Section 34 petition challenging an arbitral award, holding that initial timely filing with Statement of Truth and sufficient cause such as counsel's illness justify delay.
Dipanshu Chugh v. State
The Delhi High Court held that FIR registration and investigation must proceed if information discloses a cognizable offense, Magistrates cannot interfere during investigation, and references under Section 395 CrPC are maintainable only when a case is pending before the Court.
Union of India v. Colonel BK Chhimwal
The High Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's order granting disability pension to a retired Army officer, holding that disabilities aggravated during service, including in peace areas, are attributable to military service.
M/S Highway Travels v. Pradeep Kumar Sharma & Ors
The Delhi High Court held that a manual format driving license valid at the time of an accident cannot be invalidated by a subsequent notification requiring Smart Card conversion, thereby holding the Insurance Company liable without recovery rights against the driver or owner.
The Oriental Insurance Co Ltd v. Meeta Sharma & Ors.
The Delhi High Court upheld a motor accident compensation award, holding that insurance liability is established on balance of probabilities despite the driver's criminal acquittal and delayed eyewitness reporting.
BP P.L.C. & Anr. v. Subhash Chandra, Trading as Shivay Enterprises
The Delhi High Court granted permanent injunction and summary judgment against a defendant for trademark infringement involving deceptively similar marks and packaging, awarding costs and damages to the plaintiffs.