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Jayaswal Necom Industries Ltd. v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court held that SAIL and Ministry of Steel are bound by their commitments to supply iron ore to the petitioner under the doctrine of promissory estoppel and legitimate expectation, quashing their refusal letters and directing supply as per assurances.
Sunflag Iron & Steel Co. Ltd. v. Union of India & Others
The Delhi High Court held that the petitioner was entitled to relief under the doctrine of promissory estoppel and legitimate expectation against arbitrary reservation of mining area for SAIL, allowing the writ petition to be heard despite arbitration clauses and statutory powers invoked by respondents.
MS GODAMBARI RATURI v. EMPLOYEE STATE INSURANCE CORPORATION LTD. & ANR.
The Delhi High Court held that temporary Covid-19 special incentives are not part of wages under the ESI Act, entitling the deceased employee’s widow to benefits under the ESIC Covid-19 Relief Scheme.
Discovery Communications India v. Addl. Commissioner of Income Tax, Special Range - 3, New Delhi
The Delhi High Court held that reopening of income tax assessment beyond four years without failure by the assessee to disclose material facts is invalid and quashed the reassessment notice issued to Discovery Communications India for AY 2011-12.
Balaji Steel Trade v. Fludor Benin S.A. and Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that disputes under the Buyer-Seller Agreement with arbitration clause seated in Benin must be referred to arbitration under Section 45 of the Arbitration Act, dismissing the plaintiff's suit challenging the arbitration seat and parties.
Amitabh Dassani v. The Registrar, Coop. Societies & Ors
The Delhi High Court upheld the petitioner’s valid Cooperative Society membership and entitlement to allotment of a flat, directing the authorities to complete possession formalities despite residence proof objections.
Chain Singh v. Union of India
The Delhi High Court directed the authorities to consider the petitioner’s representation against his transfer within two weeks and declined to grant interim relief, disposing of the writ petition accordingly.
M/s Siddamsetty Infra Projects Pvt. Ltd. v. Katta Sujatha Reddy
The Supreme Court in review held that the suit for specific performance was within limitation, the petitioner was ready and willing to perform, and the doctrine of lis pendens applies from institution of proceedings, thereby allowing specific performance and setting aside the earlier judgment.
Central Organisation for Railway Electrification v. M/s ECI SPIC SMO MCML (JV) A Joint Venture Company
The Supreme Court held that arbitration appointment procedures allowing unilateral appointment or control of arbitrator panels by one party violate mandatory provisions and constitutional equality, affirming the necessity of impartiality and equal treatment at the appointment stage.
LIFEFORCE CRYOBANK SCIENCES INC v. CRYOVIVA BIOTECH PVT. LTD.
The Supreme Court held that at the stage of appointing an arbitrator under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration Act, the Court must confine itself to existence of arbitration agreement and refer disputes on assignment and privity to the arbitral tribunal.
M/S CRYSTAL TRANSPORT PRIVATE LIMITED & ANR. v. A FATHIMA FAREEDUNISA & ORS.
The Supreme Court upheld the remand directing fresh evidence and cross-examination in a partnership dissolution dispute, affirming the outgoing partner's right to profits from firm assets used post dissolution under Section 37 of the Indian Partnership Act.
Rajive Raturi v. Union of India
The Supreme Court held that mandatory accessibility standards under the RPWD Act and Rules are enforceable fundamental rights obligations requiring proactive state action to ensure inclusive access for persons with disabilities.
Aligarh Muslim University v. Naresh Agarwal
The Supreme Court referred to a seven-Judge Bench the legal criteria for minority educational institutions under Article 30(1), emphasizing that establishment by minorities is essential and administration alone is insufficient for minority status.
Bhagwati Cooperative Group v. D.D.A & Anr.
The Delhi High Court quashed the DDA’s cancellation of a cooperative society’s lease deed based on fraud by former members, emphasizing the society’s distinct legal identity and the need for due process before depriving bona fide members of their rights.
M/S LIVGUARD ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED v. M/S SRI VELAVAN BATTERY SERVICE
The Delhi High Court appointed a Sole Arbitrator under Section 11 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 to adjudicate disputes arising from a dealership agreement, holding that pending criminal proceedings under Section 138 NI Act do not bar arbitration.
Satyendra Singh Sahrawat v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that Director General's Displeasures are not penalties under CCS (CCA) Rules and cannot be considered by the DPC to deny promotion, directing a review of the petitioner's promotion case.
Mustaq Ahmad Ansari v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the respondents to consider the petitioner's transfer request for medical treatment as a representation and decide it lawfully, without expressing any opinion on the merits.
Achla Kapoor v. The Disciplinary Authority Zonal Manager
The High Court remanded the disciplinary appeal for fresh consideration to determine the competence of the appellate authority, emphasizing that the appellate authority must be senior in rank to the disciplinary authority.
Rajender Singh v. Delhi Transport Corporation
The Delhi High Court set aside the Central Administrative Tribunal's mechanical dismissal of a departmental enquiry challenge and remanded the matter for proper consideration of merits and contentions.
INSP/GD Jagdish Prasad Jat v. Union of India and Ors
The Court directed the respondents to consider and decide the petitioner’s representation for pay parity and consequential benefits in light of prior judicial directions, reserving all rights.