The Court ruled that recovery of tax without supplying the assessment order lacks authority of law. Refund with interest was directed unless the order is traced and served by a specified date.
The Tribunal held that Section 87A rebate applies to STCG and LTCG taxed under Sections 111A and 112 when income is within ₹7 lakh. The denial based on system logic and future amendments was rejected.
The advance ruling held that window glass used exclusively in display assemblies is not classifiable as safety glass. Its functional integration with display modules determines classification under electronic parts.
The authority refused to issue an advance ruling after finding that the same issue was already under investigation by customs officers. The ruling reiterates that pending investigations bar maintainability under Section 28-I.
The court set aside reassessment proceedings after finding doubt over valid service of notices. Failure to ensure proper communication denied the assessee a fair hearing.
The High Court quashed an ex-parte appellate order after finding that penalty was enhanced without giving the taxpayer an opportunity of hearing. The ruling holds that such enhancement violates Section 107(11) and principles of natural justice.
The Supreme Court rejected the Revenue’s delayed appeal where reassessment was initiated repeatedly for the same year. The ruling confirms that completed reassessment on merits cannot be reopened again.
The Court held that reassessment cannot be initiated once an assessment is conclusively closed. Supreme Court directions on reassessment notices were found inapplicable to finalized cases.
The Court examined whether a motorcycle could be confiscated when illicit liquor was carried by a rider without owner involvement. It held that absence of use of the vehicle for transport and lack of owner connivance invalidated confiscation.
The Court quashed a confiscation order after finding no proof of personal notice to the owner. The ruling underscores that meaningful notice and opportunity are mandatory before confiscation.
