The Court examined a reassessment initiation where the assessee was given less than 24 hours to respond. Holding this to be contrary to Section 148A(b) and natural justice, the order and notice were quashed.
The Tribunal examined how brought-forward losses should be computed for MAT purposes. It held that losses as on the end of the preceding year must be considered, not figures altered during the assessment year.
The Court dealt with delay in implementation of a customs order directing release of seized gold. It ordered execution of the Order-in-Original within a fixed time and clarified duty and warehousing liability.
The High Court set aside a cancellation order that failed to address the taxpayer’s reply or record reasons. The ruling underscores that unreasoned orders cannot survive judicial scrutiny.
The High Court set aside GST orders where IGST demand was raised despite tax being paid as CGST and SGST. The ruling directs fresh consideration and refund of excess tax, if any, under Section 77.
The Tribunal examined whether an allotment letter fixing consideration could qualify as an agreement under section 56(2)(vii)(b). It held that where part payment is made by cheque, stamp duty value on the allotment date must be adopted.
The High Court permitted conditional release of seized imports upon payment of enhanced duty and furnishing of a bank guarantee. It clarified that adjudication proceedings may continue independently.
The Tribunal held that additions under Section 68 could not be sustained where no incriminating material was found during search. Documentary evidence proving the loan’s genuineness was accepted.
The High Court ruled that data management services provided to a foreign affiliate constitute export of services, with the place of supply outside India. GST demands raised by treating such services as intra-State supplies were set aside.
The Tribunal held that deposits from an e-auction could not be forfeited where confiscated cigarettes failed to meet mandatory labelling laws. Since the goods were required to be destroyed, refund with interest was directed.
