HC set aside Ex parte order passed without granting reasonable time

CEAT Limited Vs Union of India (Bombay High Court) The High Court held that action on the part of the Department in not issuing notice granting reasonable time to the Petitioner to remain present and passing ex parte order is gross violation of principle of natural justice Assessment order was passed by the Department, after remand by CESTAT, during second lockdown. The first hearing notice was issued after a long gap, whereas the second notice was issued prior to 48 hours or less. The High Court held that action on the part of the Department in not issuing notice granting reasonable time to t...