The issue was whether statutory auction fees are taxable as service consideration. The Tribunal held that such fees are compulsory levies under law and not taxable. It clarified that statutory functions performed by public authorities do not attract service tax.
The issue was non-service of an income tax order and availability of remedy. The Court allowed withdrawal and granted liberty to appeal while directing supply of the order.
The Tribunal held that the appellate authority cannot go beyond the issue of TDS credit in a section 143(1) appeal. By directing taxation of entire salary, it effectively enhanced income without proper jurisdiction. The matter was remanded for fresh examination.
The tribunal held that Renewable Energy Certificates are distinct from carbon credits under Section 115BBG and must be taxed at normal rates. The ruling emphasizes strict interpretation of concessional tax provisions.
The issue was whether indirect export through intermediaries qualifies for exemption. The Supreme Court upheld denial, ruling that direct export is required for excise benefit.
The issue was whether GST show cause notices can cover multiple financial years in one proceeding. The Court held that Sections 73 and 74 permit consolidation using the phrase for any period, and declined interference.
The issue was whether reassessment was valid without proper service of mandatory notice under Section 143(2). The Tribunal remanded the case for fresh examination, holding that the jurisdictional issue requires reconsideration.
The issue was whether the service provider was liable to pay service tax on manpower services. The Tribunal held that liability rests with the recipient under reverse charge, making the demand unsustainable.
The tribunal held that government support includes capital grants, land, and infrastructure, not just recurring funding. This broader interpretation justified exemption eligibility.
The issue was whether delay in filing appeals could be condoned. The Court held that lack of sufficient cause and negligence justified rejection of the delay application.
