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Revati Cements Pvt Ltd v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4405

Delhi High Court allowed substitution of immovable property attached under PMLA with a bank guarantee of equivalent value as an interim relief, affirming writ jurisdiction to grant such relief despite pending appeal.

criminal petition_allowed

Sachin & Ors. v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4305

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and mutual consent divorce, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C.

criminal petition_allowed

Rohit Jain v. Govt. of NCT of Delhi & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4327

The Delhi High Court dismissed the petition seeking quashing of an FIR under Section 406 IPC, holding that quashing powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C. must be sparingly exercised and the matter requires investigation.

criminal petition_dismissed

G L Sharma v. CPIO, National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4545

The Delhi High Court upheld the denial of detailed personal information of other employees under RTI as exempt under Section 8(1)(j), affirming privacy protections against vague and clarificatory information requests.

administrative petition_dismissed

M/S Kansal Enterprises v. Ansal Properties and Infrastructure Limited

Delhi High Court · 27 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:5052

The Delhi High Court upheld a mediation-based Settlement Agreement resolving all disputes between M/s Kansal Enterprises and Ansal Properties, disposing of the petition with parties bound by the settlement terms.

civil petition_allowed

Alifiya Husenbhai Keshariya v. Siddiq Ismail Sindhi

Supreme Court of India · 27 May 2024 · 2024 INSC 457

The Supreme Court held that a claimant entitled to compensation but not yet paid remains indigent and can file an appeal without upfront court fees, directing the High Court to reconsider the appellant's indigency status accordingly.

civil appeal_allowed

Yuvraj Singh Bundhel & Anr. v. M/S Brillient Etoile Private Limited & Anr.

Delhi High Court · 26 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:5854

The Delhi High Court held that where an arbitration agreement exists and the petition is timely, disputes must be referred to arbitration under Section 11(6) of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, without requiring exhaustion of other dispute resolution mechanisms.

civil appeal_allowed

Aashna Singhal v. The Principal Commissioner of GST and Ors

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4378-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a provisional attachment under Section 83 of the CGST Act ceases after one year if not extended, directing the bank to lift embargo on the petitioner's account.

tax petition_allowed

Konica Singhal v. The Principal Commissioner of GST and Ors

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4367-DB

The Delhi High Court held that a provisional attachment order under Section 83 of the CGST Act ceases after one year if not renewed, directing release of the petitioner's bank account.

tax petition_allowed

Bijender Chaudhary v. Malwa Leasing and Credits Pvt Ltd

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4376-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the appeal against the appointment of a Receiver to take possession of a vehicle due to the borrower's default in loan repayment and refusal to surrender the vehicle.

civil appeal_dismissed

Aksh Optifibre Limited v. Nantong Siber Communication Co. Ltd.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4293-DB

The Delhi High Court upheld an arbitral award awarding payment and interest, holding that failure to pay an admitted liability constitutes a dispute and the interest rate awarded did not violate public policy.

commercial_arbitration appeal_dismissed

M/S EMPORIUM STEEL v. COMMISSIONER OF VAT & ANR.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4319-DB

The Delhi High Court directed the tax authorities to dispose of the petitioner's delayed VAT refund claims within six weeks and pay statutory interest under Section 42 of the Delhi VAT Act.

tax petition_allowed

VLS Finance Ltd v. State NCT of Delhi and Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4220

The Delhi High Court held that while victims have a right to be heard in criminal proceedings, they do not have an absolute right to be impleaded as parties in revision petitions filed by accused challenging charge framing orders, affirming the primacy of the Public Prosecutor in State prosecutions.

criminal appeal_dismissed

Ajit Pal Singh & Ors. v. Ms. Ankita Chakraborty & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4281

The Delhi High Court held that substantial compliance with demarcation directions precludes contempt proceedings and ownership disputes must be resolved in appropriate civil proceedings.

civil petition_dismissed

SAARTHI AIRWAYS PVT LTD v. DR. B.M MISHRA & ORS

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4282

The Delhi High Court dismissed the contempt petition for alleged disobedience of demarcation orders, holding that demarcation is distinct from ownership and must be challenged in appropriate proceedings.

civil petition_dismissed

Sarabjeet Kaur v. Directorate of Enforcement

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4759

The Delhi High Court held that contempt proceedings cannot examine the merits of administrative decisions taken pursuant to court orders and dismissed the petition alleging wilful disobedience after the respondent disposed of the representations.

administrative petition_dismissed

Mamta Kumari & Anr. v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4314-DB

The Delhi High Court allowed continuation of IVF treatment commenced before the ART Act's enforcement, holding that retrospective application of age restrictions violates reproductive autonomy under Article 21.

constitutional appeal_allowed

M/S Rajasthan Patrika Private Limited v. Union of India & Ors.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4311-DB

The Delhi High Court dismissed the writ petition challenging AAI's rejection of height clearance, holding that the petitioner must exhaust the statutory appeal remedy before the Appellate Committee which will grant a personal hearing.

administrative petition_dismissed

M/S JAI HEALTHCARE PVT. LTD. v. TATA POWER DELHI DISTRIBUTION LTD.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4337

The Delhi High Court held that the electricity supplier must remove its transformer installed on the plaintiff's property at its own cost and pay user charges, rejecting the supplier's claim for compensation and affirming the plaintiff's right to recover damages for unauthorized occupation.

civil appeal_allowed

Pradeep Kumar & Ors. v. State of NCT of Delhi and Anr.

Delhi High Court · 24 May 2024 · 2024:DHC:4250

The Delhi High Court quashed an FIR under Sections 498A, 406, and 34 IPC following an amicable settlement and divorce between the parties, exercising its inherent powers under Section 482 Cr.P.C.

criminal petition_allowed