Case Law Details
Virtusa Consulting Services Private Limited Vs DCIT (Telangana High Court)
Telangana High Court Directs IT Department to Process Virtusa’s Rectification Application
In a recent judgment, the Telangana High Court has issued directions to the Income Tax Department to promptly handle a rectification application filed by Virtusa Consulting Services Private Limited. The court’s decision comes after the company sought a declaration regarding the delay in processing the application and the grant of refunds.
Background of the Case
Virtusa Consulting Services Private Limited approached the Telangana High Court through a writ petition (W.P. No. 6637 of 2023) under Article 226 of the Indian Constitution. The company raised concerns about the inaction of the Income Tax Department in failing to process their rectification application, which was dated 26th December 2019. They also claimed that this delay in granting refunds was unlawful and in violation of the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
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