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Doctrine of fairness also to be considered for construing a statute – SC

August 23, 2005 6365 Views 0 comment Print

The doctrine of fairness also is now considered to be a relevant factor for construing a statute. In a case of this nature where the effect of a beneficent statute was sought to be extended keeping in view the fact that the benefit was already availed of by the agriculturalists of tobacco in Guntur, it would be highly unfair if the benefit granted to them is taken away,

Time barred Excise duty Refund claim paid under Protest by buyer & manufacturer

March 18, 2004 2661 Views 0 comment Print

Time barred Excise duty Refund claim paid Protest buyer manufacturer

Court cannot amend or alter statutory provisions: SC

March 12, 2003 3852 Views 0 comment Print

The law is well settled that a person who claims exemption or concession has to establish that he is entitled to that exemption or concession. A provision providing for an exemption, concession or exception, as the case may be, has to be constructed strictly with certain exceptions depending upon the settings on which the provisions has been placed in the statue and the object and purpose to be achieved.

CIT Vs. Sunil J. Kinariwala (Supreme Court of India)

December 10, 2002 5328 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Supreme Court judgment in CIT vs. Sunil J. Kinariwala (Appeal 1899/2002) dated 10/12/2002. Delve into the legal intricacies surrounding the assignment of income, diversion by overriding title, and the impact on taxation. Gain insights into the arguments presented, court decisions, and the broader implications of this significant case in tax law.

CIT vs Suresh Chandra Mittal – Supreme Court of India

July 26, 2001 11840 Views 0 comment Print

We have read the order of the High Court (see [2000] 241 ITR 124) and the statement of case. Given the facts and circumstances, we do not think that any interference with the order of the High Court is called for. 2. The civil appeals are dismissed.

SC Decision on Limitation of Companies Act in case of oppression and mismanagement

March 27, 2001 8576 Views 0 comment Print

Hanuman Prasad Bagri & Ors vs Bagress Cereals Pvt. Ltd. & Ors (SC) Sections 397 & 398 of the Companies Act, 1956 [hereinafter referred to as the Act] was filed before the Calcutta High Court on grounds of oppression and mismanagement. The learned Company Judge held that the Petitioners grievance in regard to ouster from the management of the company is legitimate and justified; that respondent No.3 had manoeuvred the matters in such a manner to result in the ouster of the Petitioner No.1 from the management of the Company.

Hindu personal law requires presence of a male for constitution of HUF: SC

February 22, 2001 1929 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the Supreme Court judgment in the case of CIT Vs. Smt. Sandhya Rani Dutta, addressing pivotal questions on Hindu personal law. The ruling asserts that, according to the Dayabhaga School, a male presence is essential for the constitution of a Hindu Undivided Family (HUF). Delve into the detailed analysis of the case, where the court examines whether female heirs can form a joint Hindu family by agreement and impress upon inherited property the character of joint family property. Gain insights into the court’s interpretation and its impact on income tax assessments for the assessees involved.

ACC Ltd. Vs. Commissioner of Customs- Supreme Court of India

January 25, 2001 6265 Views 0 comment Print

These appeals have been filed against the common order dated 15th November, 1999 of the Customs, Excise and Gold (Control) Appellate Tribunal which, while confirming the order of the Commissioner of Customs held that drawings, designs etc. relating to machinery or industrial technology were goods which were leviable to duty of customs on their transaction value at the time of their import.

Hire purchase transaction liable to imposition of Sales Tax- SC

August 9, 2000 3623 Views 0 comment Print

Sale price means the amount payable to a dealer as consideration for transfer of goods on hire purchase. The word sale occurring in Sec. 2(h) must have the meaning ascribed to it as in Section 2(g) when the word sale includes transfer of goods on hire purchase, then whatever is the amount which is paid/payable to the dealer on such a transfer would be included within the meaning

Bharat Earth Movers vs Commissioner Of Income Tax (Supreme Court)

August 9, 2000 12234 Views 0 comment Print

Law is settled- If a business liability has definitely arisen in the accounting year, the deduction should be allowed although the liability may have to be quantified and discharged at a future date. What should be certain is the incurring of the liability. It should also be capable of being estimated with reasonable certainty though the actual quantification may not be possible

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