SC upholds Kerala HC ruling: GST Dept lacked authority to seize cash. Income Tax Dept ordered to release funds; proceedings to continue as per law.
The Supreme Court set aside the Tribunal’s order in Commissioner of Customs Vs. Lucky Steel Industries, citing lack of reasoning, and remanded the case for fresh consideration.
Employment on compassionate grounds had been evolved to help dependents, of our employees who die or become totally and permanently disabled while in harness, and to overcome the immediate financial difficulties on account of sudden stoppage of the main source of income. The employment under the ‘Scheme’ would be considered only if there were indigent circumstances necessitating employment to one of the dependents and the deceased employees service record was unblemished.
Supreme Court affirms that property contributed to a partnership firm becomes firm property, denying exclusive rights to legal heirs. Read the full judgment details here.
The Supreme Court ruled that interest at 8% p.a. must be paid on refunded e-stamp duty, reinforcing the doctrine of undue retention. Read about the key legal precedents.
SC rules GPA does not confer ownership, unregistered sale agreements lack legal validity, and GPA holders cannot execute deeds post-principal’s death.
The Supreme Court dismissed Ajay Dabra’s appeal for specific performance, citing delay in filing. The judgment discusses Section 149 CPC and past precedents.
Supreme Court upholds arrest powers under GST and Customs Acts, ensuring procedural safeguards to prevent misuse. Learn about the legal reasoning and key safeguards.
Supreme Court rules that CrPC protections apply to GST and Customs Act arrests. Judicial review, anticipatory bail, and procedural safeguards upheld.
SC refuses to hear NewsClick’s plea under Article 32 but grants one week relief against coercive action in income tax case. Petitioners to move High Court.
