The Allahabad High Court nullified seizure orders against M/s MLV Constructions finding that the tax authorities failed to issue a mandatory show-cause notice to the owner of the goods violating Section 129(3) of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017.
The Gujarat High Court quashed a customs duty reassessment against Mohit Minerals, ruling that authorities must provide a hearing and a speaking order before finalizing assessments.
The Karnataka High Court directed the IT Department to refund excess TDS to the Azim Premji Foundation, along with statutory interest, stressing that refunds cannot be indefinitely withheld.
The Karnataka High Court directed the Income Tax Department to issue a refund with interest to M N Dastur & Company, reinforcing that refunds cannot be withheld after an ITAT order.
The Karnataka High Court quashed a Rs.9.10 Cr ex-parte reassessment order against Arcade Constructions, ruling that a proper opportunity of hearing is essential.
Karnataka HC dismisses Revenue’s appeal, ruling that all reassessment notices for A.Y. 2015-16 issued after April 1, 2021, are invalid as per Supreme Court precedent.
Delhi High Court held that one day’s notice for hearing is completely violative of principles of natural justice. Also held that GST department needs to ensure that reasonably sufficient time is granted for furnishing reply. Thus, afforded 30 days time to file reply to GST SCN.
Chhattisgarh High Court held that questioning jurisdiction and authority of collector of Stamps for market value of property transferred under Income Tax Act not permissible since already accepted by petitioner. Accordingly, writ appeal sans merit is dismissed.
The Patna High Court has set aside an order against a brick manufacturer, directing a fresh tax assessment after ruling that the initial order was based on “mere guesswork” without any technical yardstick.
Delhi HC rules advocates cannot be prosecuted for clients’ claims, as verifying the truth of the case is not part of their professional duty.
