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Colors of Rainbow Vs Assistant Commissioner (ST) (Madras High Court)
The Madras High Court recently rendered a significant judgment in the case of “Colors of Rainbow vs Assistant Commissioner (ST).” The case revolves around the denial of an IGST refund claim, citing an alert raised by the Director General of Data Analytics & Risk Management (DGRAM).
The petitioner, involved in the export of goods, had claimed IGST refunds for the months of March to May 2023. While refunds for April and May were sanctioned, the refund for March was initially rejected. The rejection was based on the failure to upload certain supporting documents, despite the petitioner’s claim that all necessary paperwork was available on the GST portal.
The court proceedings saw arguments from both sides: the petitioner contended that the refund process should have been automatic, relying on documents already accessible on the portal. Conversely, the respondents, represented by government counsel, acknowledged the need for reconsideration, suggesting that the petitioner be allowed to submit additional documents if required.
Upon examining the impugned order, the High Court found the rejection of the March 2023 refund claim unjustified, emphasizing the automatic nature of the refund process for exporters. Consequently, the court set aside the earlier decision and instructed the authorities to re-evaluate the claim, ensuring all available documents on the portal are duly considered. The respondents were directed to cooperate in this process, with a clear timeline set for the resolution of the matter.
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