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No Recovery from Retired Employee's Benefits

No Recovery from Retired Employee's Benefits

The judgment reinforces the legal principle that recoveries from retirement benefits must be grounded in evidence and la...

Use of the term 'randi' - Directly attacks a woman's character and dignity - Falls within the ambit of Section 509 IPC

Use of the term 'randi' - Directly attacks a woman's character and dignity - Falls within the ambit of Section 509 IPC

This judgment serves as a critical interpretation of Section 509 IPC, highlighting the judiciary's stance on the nuanced...

Jurisdiction of  Commercial Court : Nature of the Transaction is Determining Factor

Jurisdiction of Commercial Court : Nature of the Transaction is Determining Factor

The ruling directs the Commercial Court to proceed with the execution application, marking a pivotal moment in the inter...

Websites Blocked from Streaming 'Jolly LLB 3'; Dynamic Relief Extended to Future Works

Websites Blocked from Streaming 'Jolly LLB 3'; Dynamic Relief Extended to Future Works

The court's directive also included detailed instructions for DNRs and ISPs to furnish information about the infringing ...

Prosecution of police officers - Complaint filed beyond three months without sanction of the Administrator is barred

Prosecution of police officers - Complaint filed beyond three months without sanction of the Administrator is barred

The Court emphasized that the statutory safeguards are designed to ensure accountability while protecting public servant...

Delhi High Court Issues Dynamic Injunction Against Rogue Websites for Copyright Infringement

Delhi High Court Issues Dynamic Injunction Against Rogue Websites for Copyright Infringement

This decision serves as a significant deterrent against online piracy, reinforcing the protection of intellectual proper...

Delhi High Court Upholds Constitutional Validity of GST Anti-Profiteering Mechanism

Delhi High Court Upholds Constitutional Validity of GST Anti-Profiteering Mechanism

This decision underscores the judiciary's role in balancing regulatory oversight with fair adjudication processes, ensur...

Delhi High Court Grants Disability Compensation to Retired BSF DIG

Delhi High Court Grants Disability Compensation to Retired BSF DIG

The court's decision underscores the entitlement of government servants to disability compensation under Rule 9(3), rega...

Conviction based on sole testimony of child victim upheld despite minor contradictions

Conviction based on sole testimony of child victim upheld despite minor contradictions

The ruling is a significant reiteration of the judiciary's stance on the weight of child testimony in sexual offenses, s...

Gender neutrality in Army - Limiting vacancies for women and reserving unfilled vacancies for men violates constitutional principles.

Gender neutrality in Army - Limiting vacancies for women and reserving unfilled vacancies for men violates constitutional principles.

This decision marks a significant step towards gender neutrality in the Indian Armed Forces, reinforcing the judiciary's...

Condonation of delay in filing Income Tax Return - Petitioner cannot be penalized for the negligence or inadvertence of an accountant

Condonation of delay in filing Income Tax Return - Petitioner cannot be penalized for the negligence or inadvertence of an accountant

This judgment is expected to influence the manner in which similar cases are handled by tax authorities, advocating for ...

Rights under agreements to sell, which are assignable and saleable, are liable for attachment

Rights under agreements to sell, which are assignable and saleable, are liable for attachment

The decision marks a pivotal interpretation of property rights under the CPC, affirming the enforceability and saleabili...

Application for condonation of delay in filing Income Tax Return - Mechanical rejection held unsustainable.

Application for condonation of delay in filing Income Tax Return - Mechanical rejection held unsustainable.

This ruling sets a precedent for interpreting genuine hardship liberally and ensuring that tax authorities exercise thei...

Delhi High Court Calls for Legislative Intervention on Reservation for Persons with Disabilities

Delhi High Court Calls for Legislative Intervention on Reservation for Persons with Disabilities

The court's decision is a significant step towards addressing the gaps in the RPwD Act and ensuring that persons with di...

Cruelty - Public humiliation, repeated police complaints, and alienation of the minor child from paternal family, established.

Cruelty - Public humiliation, repeated police complaints, and alienation of the minor child from paternal family, established.

The court also addressed procedural aspects, rejecting the appellant's claim of being denied a fair opportunity to prese...

Delhi High Court Denies Enforcement of Negative Covenant in Arbitration Dispute

Delhi High Court Denies Enforcement of Negative Covenant in Arbitration Dispute

The judgment clarified that the observations made were specific to the interim petition and would not impact the final a...

Delhi High Court Directs Re-evaluation of Attendance for Student's Election Nomination

Delhi High Court Directs Re-evaluation of Attendance for Student's Election Nomination

This judgment underscores the importance of fair procedure and transparency in student elections, ensuring candidates ar...

Delhi High Court Upholds Demolition of Signature View Apartments Due to Structural Concerns

Delhi High Court Upholds Demolition of Signature View Apartments Due to Structural Concerns

This decision marks a pivotal affirmation of administrative discretion in managing urban safety and infrastructure integ...

Delhi High Court Upholds Tribunal's Order: Sealed Cover Procedure for Promotions Deemed Unjustified

Delhi High Court Upholds Tribunal's Order: Sealed Cover Procedure for Promotions Deemed Unjustified

The ruling directs compliance with the tribunal's order within four weeks, setting a precedent for similar cases where p...

Delhi High Court Grants Interim Bail in Unique Case Involving POCSO Act and Islamic Marriage

Delhi High Court Grants Interim Bail in Unique Case Involving POCSO Act and Islamic Marriage

The Court emphasized the importance of considering the cultural and religious context in legal proceedings, appreciating...

Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Umesh @ Kala, member of an organized crime syndicate, Under MCOCA

Delhi High Court Denies Bail to Umesh @ Kala, member of an organized crime syndicate, Under MCOCA

The decision serves as a stern reminder of the stringent conditions under MCOCA for granting bail, reinforcing the judic...

Delhi High Court Directs Customs Department to Enhance Accessibility for Airport Passengers

Delhi High Court Directs Customs Department to Enhance Accessibility for Airport Passengers

This judgment highlights the court's commitment to ensuring that the rights of passengers are protected and that the Cus...

Delhi High Court Upholds CISF Disciplinary Action Against Officer for Sexual Harassment

Delhi High Court Upholds CISF Disciplinary Action Against Officer for Sexual Harassment

This ruling reaffirms the judiciary’s stance on maintaining the integrity of disciplinary processes within security forc...

Personality Rights - High Court Grants Injunction to Karan Johar in Landmark Personality Rights Case

Personality Rights - High Court Grants Injunction to Karan Johar in Landmark Personality Rights Case

The court recognized the proprietary rights of celebrities over their persona and associated attributes, affirming the i...

Delhi High Court Affirms Divorce on Grounds of Desertion in Mamta Das v. Puneet Das Case

Delhi High Court Affirms Divorce on Grounds of Desertion in Mamta Das v. Puneet Das Case

The court dismissed the appeal, affirming the Family Court’s judgment and decree of divorce, and found no merit in exami...

Delhi High Court Dismisses Petition Challenging JEE (Main) 2025 Results

Delhi High Court Dismisses Petition Challenging JEE (Main) 2025 Results

The decision emphasized the presumption of genuineness of official records maintained by autonomous bodies like NTA, und...

Delhi High Court Upholds Medical Disqualification for Army Recruitment Due to Vision Defects

Delhi High Court Upholds Medical Disqualification for Army Recruitment Due to Vision Defects

The ruling underscores the stringent medical standards upheld in military recruitment processes and the judiciary's role...

Delhi High Court Upholds NTA's Records in JEE (Main) Discrepancy Case

Delhi High Court Upholds NTA's Records in JEE (Main) Discrepancy Case

The Delhi High Court's decision reinforces the presumption of authenticity granted to official records and highlights th...

Delhi High Court Orders Investigation into Police Misconduct in Court Premises

Delhi High Court Orders Investigation into Police Misconduct in Court Premises

In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court has directed an investigation into alleged misconduct by a police officer ...

Delhi High Court Settles Trademark Dispute Between Nestle and Shree Shankeshwar Utensils

Delhi High Court Settles Trademark Dispute Between Nestle and Shree Shankeshwar Utensils

The court's decree mandates that Shree Shankeshwar Utensils comply with these terms, and the defendant's obligations ext...

Delhi High Court Stays CESTAT's Interim Order on Anti-Dumping Duty Amendment Applicability

Delhi High Court Stays CESTAT's Interim Order on Anti-Dumping Duty Amendment Applicability

This ruling follows previous proceedings where similar petitions were disposed of as infructuous, with petitioners optin...

Delhi High Court Exposes GST Registration Fraud, Orders Investigation into Fictitious Entities

Delhi High Court Exposes GST Registration Fraud, Orders Investigation into Fictitious Entities

The judgment not only underscores the seriousness of GST registration fraud but also serves as a reminder of the ethical...

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR in Domestic Dispute Case After Settlement

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR in Domestic Dispute Case After Settlement

The decision underscores the court's approach to encouraging settlement in cases where the likelihood of conviction is m...

Delhi High Court Balances Right to Fair Trial and Classified Document Confidentiality in CBI Case

Delhi High Court Balances Right to Fair Trial and Classified Document Confidentiality in CBI Case

The judgment also referenced previous Supreme Court decisions, including CBI v. V. K. Jha, which upheld the practice of ...

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Following Amicable Settlement

Delhi High Court Quashes FIR Following Amicable Settlement

In a unique resolution, the petitioners have undertaken to organize a 'Bhandara'—a community meal—for at least 50 underp...

Delhi High Court Affirms Simultaneous Execution of Foreign Decree in India and UAE

Delhi High Court Affirms Simultaneous Execution of Foreign Decree in India and UAE

The ruling sets a precedent for the execution of foreign decrees in India, reinforcing the legal framework that supports...