Madras HC Quashes Ex-Parte GST Order on ITC Attachment on 25% Deposit

Idhayam-G Family Store Vs State Tax Officer/Commercial Tax Officer (Madras High Court) The Madras High Court heard a writ petition filed against an ex-parte order passed by the State Tax Officer/Commercial Tax Officer. The petitioner contended that the notice of the impugned order was served only through an online portal, and they were not aware of it. The Government Advocate noted that in similar cases, reliefs were granted on the condition that the assessee deposits 25% of the disputed tax amount. The petitioner agreed to deposit 25% of the disputed tax through the electronic cash ledger wit...