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Software Technology Park of India v. Covenant Infosolutions Pvt. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 29 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9277

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.

civil petition_allowed

Narinder Paul Kaushik & Ors. v. Chief Secretary & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 29 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9237

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.

administrative petition_allowed

MGO INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED v. ABHINANDAN GUPTA

Delhi High Court · 29 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9293

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.

civil petition_dismissed

State of Madhya Pradesh v. Ramkumar Choudhary

Supreme Court of India · 29 Nov 2024 · 2024 INSC 932

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.

civil appeal_dismissed

Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University v. Monika

Supreme Court of India · 29 Nov 2024 · 2024 INSC 911

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.

service_law appeal_dismissed

Kamaruddin Dastagir Sanadi v. State of Karnataka

Supreme Court of India · 29 Nov 2024 · 2024 INSC 908

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.

criminal appeal_allowed

Kondiba Gunjal v. The Union of India and The State of Maharashtra

High Court of Bombay · 28 Nov 2024

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.

criminal appeal_allowed

Rajaram Raghunath Koli v. The State of Maharashtra

High Court of Bombay · 28 Nov 2024 · AIR 2023 SC 1657

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.

administrative petition_dismissed

Afsana Sarfaraj Ahmed Patel v. Sarfaraj Ahamad Mainodin Patel

High Court of Bombay · 28 Nov 2024

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.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Dist. Dharashiv (Osmanabad) v. Terna Medical College & Hospital

High Court of Bombay · 28 Nov 2024

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.

administrative appeal_allowed

M/S JAY FE CYLINDERS LTD. v. MANISH JAIN

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:6817

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.

civil petition_allowed

Dipanshu Chugh v. State

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9189-DB

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.

criminal appeal_allowed

Union of India v. Colonel BK Chhimwal

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9262-DB

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.

administrative appeal_dismissed

M/S Highway Travels v. Pradeep Kumar Sharma & Ors

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9340

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.

motor_vehicles appeal_allowed

The Oriental Insurance Co Ltd v. Meeta Sharma & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9341

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.

motor_accident_claims appeal_dismissed

BP P.L.C. & Anr. v. Subhash Chandra, Trading as Shivay Enterprises

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9348

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.

civil appeal_allowed

Union of India v. Ex Sgt Kundan Kumar

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9314-DB

The High Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's order granting disability pension benefits for Somatoform Autonomic Dysfunction, holding that the disability was attributable to service despite being discovered at a peace station.

service_law petition_dismissed

M/S MOONWALK INFRA PROJECTS PVT LIMTED v. M/S FRUITMONT PRIVATE LIMTED

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9266

The Delhi High Court appointed a Sole Arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 upon finding a prima facie valid arbitration agreement incorporated in the parties' contract.

arbitration petition_allowed

Exxon Mobil Corporation v. Mobilfuels Private Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9377

The Delhi High Court granted permanent injunction and costs to Exxon Mobil Corporation against defendants for infringing its well-known trademark MOBIL through use of MOBILFUELS in a mobile app and fuel delivery services.

civil appeal_allowed

M/S SINGER INDIA LTD v. M/S AJAY INDUSTRIAL POLYMERS PVT. LTD

Delhi High Court · 28 Nov 2024 · 2024:DHC:9222

The Delhi High Court appointed a sole arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to adjudicate disputes arising from a mould manufacturing agreement, directing arbitration under DIAC rules and excluding non-signatories.

arbitration petition_allowed