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Md. Shamim v. Delhi Development Authority

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6444-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal upholding that a writ petition filed after a 17-year delay is barred by laches, especially where the limited license period for land allotment had expired.

administrative appeal_dismissed

Asha Rani Sukhija v. Pankaj Sikri

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6459

The Delhi High Court held that after transfer of a suit due to change in pecuniary jurisdiction, the Trial Court is competent to consider applications for appointment of a Local Commissioner despite prior sealing orders by the High Court.

civil other

Rana v. High Court of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024

The Delhi High Court upheld its Original Side Rule mandating a strict 120-day timeline for filing written statements without judicial discretion to condone delay, affirming the overriding effect of Section 129 CPC and dismissing the constitutional challenge.

civil appeal_dismissed

MCAM SURLON INDIA LTD. v. MS METALON MARKETING DELHI PARTNERSHIP FIRM & ANR.

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6407

The Delhi High Court granted interim injunction restraining defendants from using the plaintiff's registered trademark 'METALON' after termination of the distribution agreement, holding such use amounts to trademark infringement under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

civil appeal_allowed

Ravinder Singh & Raveesha Gupta v. Delhi University

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6410

The Delhi High Court directed provisional admission of petitioners to St. Stephen's College after they were denied approval despite qualifying and being allocated seats under the University of Delhi's admission process.

administrative appeal_allowed

State (G.N.C.T.) of Delhi v. Mohit Kumar & Sandeep Kumar

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6413

The High Court set aside the acquittal and convicted the accused under Section 308/34 IPC, holding that the prosecution proved beyond reasonable doubt the intentional infliction of injury likely to cause death.

criminal appeal_allowed

Castrol Limited v. Motogulf India Private Limited & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6418

The Delhi High Court granted permanent injunctions restraining defendants from using infringing marks and device marks similar to plaintiff's well-known 'CASTROL' trademark, ordered withdrawal of conflicting applications, and awarded costs.

intellectual_property appeal_allowed

Dr Supreeti Chahal v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024

The Delhi High Court dismissed writ petitions challenging non-recognition of MDS degrees by the Dental Council of India on territorial jurisdiction grounds, directing petitioners to approach courts in Haryana.

constitutional petition_dismissed

Neeraj v. The State NCT of Delhi

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6419

The Delhi High Court granted regular bail to an accused in an armed robbery case after material witnesses failed to identify him and he had been in custody for nearly three years, imposing strict conditions to mitigate risks.

criminal appeal_allowed

Technocrats Advisory Services Private Limited v. National Highways Authority of India

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6424

The Delhi High Court granted a six-month extension of the arbitral tribunal's mandate under Section 29A(4) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, as agreed by both parties.

arbitration petition_allowed

Rakesh Sachdeva v. Rajesh Sachdeva

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:6457

The Delhi High Court directed the trial court to expeditiously decide the respondent's application under Order VII Rule 11 CPC in a civil suit, emphasizing cooperation and timely disposal.

civil petition_dismissed

Leaseplan India Private Limited v. Ecogreen Envirotech Solutions Limited

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:7206

The Delhi High Court held that it can extend an arbitrator's mandate post-expiry under Section 29A(4) of the Arbitration Act, allowing continuation of arbitration despite delayed joint application for extension.

arbitration petition_allowed

Union of India v. Chandra Pal Singh

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024:DHC:9039-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld the payment of provisional pension in place of regular pension without issuing a show cause notice, holding that natural justice need not be observed where entitlement is clear and undisputed due to pending disciplinary proceedings.

administrative appeal_allowed

Shinoj K.A. and Ors. v. Union of India and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 23 Aug 2024 · 2025:DHC:1763-DB

The Delhi High Court disposed of a writ petition challenging seniority lists after the respondent corrected the lists during litigation, directing petitioners to seek separate representation for seniority issues in a different grade.

administrative petition_dismissed

Shajan Skaria v. The State of Kerala & Anr.

Supreme Court of India · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024 INSC 625

The Supreme Court upheld the bar on anticipatory bail under Section 18 of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, dismissing the appellant's plea where prima facie offences under the Act were made out.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Karnataka Emta Coal Mines Limited and Another v. Central Bureau of Investigation

Supreme Court of India · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024 INSC 623

The Supreme Court quashed criminal prosecution against Karnataka Emta Coal Mines Limited and its MD, holding that audit objections and sanction denials negate criminal liability in coal rejects disposal under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

criminal appeal_allowed

PAM DEVELOPMENTS PRIVATE LIMITED v. THE STATE OF WEST BENGAL

Supreme Court of India · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024 INSC 628

The Supreme Court upheld the contractual bar on claims for idle labour, restored the award for interest on delayed payments, and confirmed the arbitrator's power to grant pre-reference interest under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

civil appeal_allowed

OMKAR REALTORS AND DEVELOPERS PVT. LTD. v. KUSHALRAJ LAND DEVELOPERS PVT. LTD.

Supreme Court of India · 23 Aug 2024 · 2024 INSC 629

The Supreme Court upheld the NCDRC's order holding the respondent a consumer and found deficiency in service due to double allotment, directing refund with interest and dismissing the developer's appeal.

consumer_protection appeal_dismissed

Yogesh Ramdas Bachhav v. The State of Maharashtra

High Court of Bombay · 22 Aug 2024

The Bombay High Court upheld the appellant's conviction and life sentence for the murder of Jyotsna, attempt to murder her friend, and attempt to commit suicide, based on credible eyewitness and forensic evidence.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Abhijit Arjun Padale v. The State of Maharashtra

High Court of Bombay · 22 Aug 2024

The Bombay High Court held the petitioner’s arrest illegal for non-compliance with Sections 41 and 41A CrPC and Supreme Court guidelines, ordered compensation and departmental inquiry, affirming the protection of fundamental rights against unlawful arrest.

criminal petition_allowed