Madras HC Allows Contest of GST order Despite Cryptic Reply, Orders 25% Pre-Deposit

Star Brand Enterprises Vs Deputy Commissioner GST and CE (Madras High Court) CHENNAI: The Madras High Court has conditionally set aside an Order-in-Original dated March 20, 2024, confirming a GST demand of ₹69,62,780, along with interest and penalty, against Star Brand Enterprises. The court has granted the petitioner an opportunity to file a detailed reply and seek a fresh personal hearing, provided they deposit 25% of the disputed tax amount. The writ petition was filed by Star Brand Enterprises, engaged in the business of trading Cashew Kernels, Raisin, and Toor Dhall, challenging the con...