Delhi HC directs CBIC to Review Baggage Rules to Prevent Harassment

Qamar Jahan Vs Union of India (Delhi High Court) In the case of Qamar Jahan vs. Union of India, the Delhi High Court addressed concerns regarding the Baggage Rules, 2016, particularly about the confiscation of gold jewellery carried by air travellers. The petitioner challenged orders passed by customs authorities that confiscated two gold kadas and a gold chain, imposed a fine of ₹75,000, and levied a personal penalty of ₹1,10,000 under the Customs Act, 1962. The court examined the rules governing the declaration and duty exemption for jewellery brought by passengers from abroad. Under the...