Delhi HC Allows Release of Detained Gold Chain Due to Lack of Proper SCN or Hearing

Rahul Vattamparambil Remesh Vs Union of India & Ors (Delhi High Court) Conclusion: Since the gold chain of assessee was seized at the Delhi airport without proper hearing being given and show cause notice, therefore, Department was directed to release the gold item of assessee. Held: The present petition had been filed by assessee under Article 226 of the Constitution of India seeking release of the Gold jewellery which had been detained by the Respondent – Customs. Assessee was an Indian who was employed in the UAE. Assessee had arrived at the Terminal-3, IGI Airport, New Delhi ...