Competent authority authorized to decide rewards under informer schemes: Delhi HC

S. C. Gupta Vs Union of India And Ors (Delhi High Court) Delhi High Court held that rewards under informer schemes are ex-gratia payments and thus, lie within the discretion of the competent authority. Court cannot direct Government to grant a particular amount to the informant by way of an award. Facts- The Petitioner claims that he furnished essential information regarding the excessive sale of non-duty-paid goods by a company, leading to the clandestine removal of goods without duty payment. This critical information on substantial tax evasion directly facilitated the recovery of unpaid due...