Suppression of facts: Delhi HC Upholds Customs Fine for Improper Gold Import

Gayrat Djabarov Vs Commissioner of Customs (Delhi High Court) Delhi High Court ruled on a writ petition filed by Uzbek national Gayrat Djabarov, who sought the release of gold jewelry detained by customs officials at Indira Gandhi International Airport on April 26, 2024. The petitioner had arrived in India as a tourist carrying gold chains, rings, earrings, and bracelets, which were seized by the authorities. He claimed that despite repeated representations, he never received a show cause notice or an Order-in-Original regarding the confiscation of his goods. However, the Customs Department pr...