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PCIT Vs Radhashir Jewellery Co. Pvt Ltd. (Bombay High Court)
Introduction: The recent judgment by the Bombay High Court in the case of PCIT Vs Radhashir Jewellery Co. Pvt Ltd. delves into intricate matters of international transactions and transfer pricing. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the court’s decision and its implications.
Detailed Analysis: The case revolves around the assessment of the respondent-assessee, engaged in rendering research and technical services, for the assessment year 2008-09. The Assessing Officer, after a reference to the Transfer Pricing Officer (TPO), made adjustments on account of international transactions. The matter was subsequently appealed before the Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)], who partly allowed the appeal.
However, the key contention arose when the case reached the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT). The ITAT, in its order dated 8th July 2016, partially allowed the appeal by directing a remand of the matter to the TPO for fresh adjudication. This decision was based on the need for reconsideration of various factors, including capacity utilization adjustments and comparables selection.
The High Court’s scrutiny of the ITAT’s decision reveals a critical analysis. It examines whether the ITAT was justified in directing capacity utilization adjustments while computing the net margin of the assessed party. The court also evaluates the validity of such adjustments concerning relevant provisions and judicial precedents.
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