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of <h1>Tribunal Grants Stay for Assessee in Tax Dispute</h1> <h3>Dabur Invest Corp. Versus The JCIT, Range-46</h3> Dabur Invest Corp. Versus The JCIT, Range-46 - TMI Issues:Stay application against outstanding demand of Rs. 111,61,79,720 for A.Y. 2015-2016.Detailed Analysis:Issue 1: Nature of IncomeThe assessee filed a stay application against the demand arising from the addition of Rs. 246.84 crores as business income by the Assessing Officer (A.O.). The A.O. considered the amount received as 'option money' from Commercial Union International Holding Limited (CUIH) as taxable business income, not linked to divestment of stake, leading to the addition in the income of the assessee. The Counsel argued that the option money was a refundable security deposit linked to capital investment and should be considered a capital receipt, not taxable as revenue. The A.O. had accepted this explanation in previous years but changed the view for the current assessment year. The Tribunal found that the assessee had a prima facie case for an absolute stay, considering the substantial demand already paid and pending appeals on similar issues. The stay was granted for six months or until the appeal's disposal, with a condition not to seek unnecessary adjournments.Issue 2: Balance of ConvenienceThe Tribunal considered the balance of convenience in favor of the assessee, as recovering the entire demand would defeat the purpose of the appeal. The interest of Revenue was protected as the assessee had already paid a significant amount against the outstanding demand. The Tribunal noted that the assessee had declared income of Rs. 54,51,110 but faced an assessment of Rs. 247.39 crores due to the disputed addition. The decision to grant a stay was based on the totality of facts and circumstances, ensuring fairness to both parties and allowing for a final hearing on the fixed date along with other appeals on the same issue.In conclusion, the Tribunal allowed the stay application of the Assessee, emphasizing the need to balance the interests of both parties and ensuring a fair hearing process.
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