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Laxmi Rajvansh and Anr v. Shama
The court dismissed the petitioners' application for impleadment after the plaintiff's death, holding that they must first establish their title through a pending probate petition and separate suit before seeking substitution.
Jubeda Begum v. Municipal Corporation of Delhi
The Delhi High Court allowed condonation of a 173-day delay in filing an appeal against a demolition order, emphasizing liberal construction of 'sufficient cause' under the Limitation Act to advance substantial justice.
Sahil Viklang Sahaytartha Samiti v. Delhi Development Authority
The Delhi High Court allowed the petitioners to hold a religious function on a designated multipurpose ground within a District Park, quashing the DDA’s refusal, while emphasizing compliance with environmental safeguards and statutory zoning under MPD-2021.
Renu Sharma & Anr. v. Mool Chand Sharma
The Delhi High Court upheld divorce on cruelty grounds but reversed the Family Court's denial of maintenance to the wife, directing enhanced interim maintenance payments considering the parties' financial positions.
Commissioner of Police v. Shri Karam Pal; Commissioner of Police v. Ram Kishan Mehta
The Delhi High Court upheld the Tribunal's order setting aside dismissal of police officials under Article 311(2)(b) for lack of cogent reasons to dispense with departmental enquiry, emphasizing strict adherence to procedural safeguards.
Dish TV India Ltd v. Gulf DTH FZ LLC & Ors.
The Delhi High Court held that the mandatory 120-day period for filing written statement under the Commercial Courts Act applies only after a suit is converted into a commercial suit, allowing the appellant's delayed written statement to be taken on record and the appeal against closure of filing rights to be maintained.
Ms. Shweta Singh v. Shakeel Ahmad
The Delhi High Court held that a Research Assistant performing teaching duties falls within the statutory definition of 'Teacher' and is entitled to retire at 65 years, dismissing the University's appeal against reinstatement with back wages.
Lakshay Jaiswal v. State (NCT of Delhi) & Anr
The Delhi High Court quashed non-bailable warrants and Section 82 CrPC proceedings issued prematurely against the petitioner, upheld his right to anticipatory bail, and emphasized strict adherence to procedural safeguards before issuing warrants.
Vanita Bathla v. Shashi Bajaj & Anr.
The Delhi High Court allowed a petition under Article 227 permitting the petitioner to place previously declined documents on record to ensure fair trial and directed the Trial Court to proceed further.
G. Veerabahu v. Union of India & Ors.
The Delhi High Court directed the Trial Court to consider the pending Section 340 Cr.P.C. application without commenting on its merits, emphasizing timely judicial action.
Sunita Bansal v. Rajan Bansal
The Delhi High Court directed the Trial Court to expeditiously dispose of pending execution petitions arising from an interim maintenance order, without expressing any opinion on their merits.
DELHI TRANSPORT CORPORATION v. ASHOK KUMAR SHARMA
The Supreme Court upheld the setting aside of a dismissal order due to non-application of mind by the disciplinary authority and lack of evidence in the departmental enquiry.
Sheikh Javed Iqbal v. State of Uttar Pradesh
The Supreme Court granted bail to a foreign national accused of counterfeit currency and terrorist acts after prolonged pre-trial incarceration, holding that constitutional right to speedy trial overrides statutory bail restrictions under the UAP Act.
SBI GENERAL INSURANCE CO. LTD. v. KRISH SPINNING
The Supreme Court held that a full and final discharge voucher does not bar arbitration if its validity is disputed, affirming that arbitration agreements survive discharge of the underlying contract and disputes over accord and satisfaction are arbitrable.
Abhishek Banerjee & Anr. v. Directorate of Enforcement
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of summons issued under Section 50 of the PMLA for personal appearance in New Delhi, ruling that the special procedure under PMLA prevails over Cr.P.C. provisions on territorial jurisdiction and procedural safeguards.
Zubair P v. State of Kerala
The Supreme Court upheld the requirement of subject-specific State Eligibility Test qualification for appointment as Higher Secondary School Teacher under Kerala Education Rules and dismissed the appellant's appeal challenging rejection of his appointment.
Jafar @ Chikna Jafar Mohammad Khan Deshmukh v. State of Maharashtra
The Bombay High Court set aside the convictions of two accused under IPC and MCOCA for chain snatching due to failure of prosecution to prove identity, unreliable recovery, inadmissible confession, and lack of corroboration.
Siddhartha Sudhir Moravekar v. Serious Fraud Investigation Office
The Bombay High Court quashed a Look Out Circular against a cooperating accused, holding that LOCs cannot be issued routinely and must respect the fundamental right to travel under Article 21.
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. v. M/s. Jindal Polyfilms Ltd.
The Bombay High Court upheld CGRF orders directing MSEDCL to refund excess electricity charges with interest, affirming the applicability of limitation and statutory interest under the Electricity Act.
M/s. Krishna Constructions v. Mr. Subhash Uttam Dalvi
The court upheld the interim injunction restraining the promoter from carrying out additional construction without valid informed consent under MOFA, emphasizing the promoter's obligation of full disclosure and balancing the rights of flat purchasers.