2022 (5) TMI 1500 - HC - GST

Interim Relief Denied in Tax Dispute: Court Orders Affidavits and Sets Final Hearing Date for CGST Matter

The HC declined to issue an interim order in a tax matter involving the Union of India, State, and CGST authorities. Instead, the court directed ... Seeking grant of relief by way of Interim Relief - HELD THAT:- There is no scope of passing any interim order in this writ petition and that the issues involved require affidavits from the respondents for final adjudication. Let the respondents file affidavit-in-opposition within four weeks from date; affidavit-in-reply thereto, if any, by the petitioner within two weeks thereafter - List the writ petition for final hearing after seven weeks. The High Court of Calcutta heard arguments from advocates for the petitioner, Union of India, State, and CGST. The court decided not to pass any interim order and requested affidavits for final adjudication. Respondents to file affidavit-in-opposition within four weeks, petitioner to reply within two weeks. Writ petition listed for final hearing after seven weeks. Both parties to prepare short written notes of argument for final hearing. Respondents can proceed with the matter despite the petition. Written instructions from the State are to be taken on record.