2008 (9) TMI 38 - AT - Service Tax

Appellate Tribunal directs deposit of Rs.18,60,755 for service tax non-compliance.

The Appellate Tribunal CESTAT, Ahmedabad found the appellant guilty of non-compliance with a stay order, directing them to deposit duty, interest, and ... Non-compliance with the stay order passed by Commissioner vide which the appellants were directed to deposit entire duty along with interest and entire amount of penalty - services provided under the category of Security services and Repair & Maintenance Contract services – tax not paid on the said taxable services - appellant does not have a good prima facie case in its favour – stay no granted The Appellate Tribunal CESTAT, Ahmedabad found the appellant guilty of non-compliance with a stay order, directing them to deposit duty, interest, and penalty totaling Rs.18,60,755. The appellant provided services without registering with the Central Excise department and not paying tax. The tribunal directed the appellant to deposit the entire service tax amount within six weeks for further appeal consideration.