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Cross-examination of retracted statements is essential where foundational evidence supports a benami allegation and documented funding explanations re...
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Levy of penalty u/s 112(a)/112(b)/114A/114AA of Customs Act - Smuggling - Gold Bars - Baggage Rules - Here in the case on hand, some of the officials are not even put on SCN, a few of the persons and some officials who were put on notice have been exonerated, crucial witnesses were not examined/questioned, nothing is forthcoming as to the fate of letter found and seized from Mr. Haris and hence, there are too many loose ends perhaps due to lack of proper investigation - there are no other sustainable evidence against any of the appellants and hence, the revenue has not made out any case against them. Consequently, penalty levied against them cannot be sustained. - AT
Levy of penalty u/s 112(a)/112(b)/114A/114AA of Customs Act - Smuggling - Gold Bars - Baggage Rules - Here in the case on hand, some of the officials are not even put on SCN, a few of the persons and some officials who were put on notice have been exonerated, crucial witnesses were not examined/questioned, nothing is forthcoming as to the fate of letter found and seized from Mr. Haris and hence, there are too many loose ends perhaps due to lack of proper investigation - there are no other sustainable evidence against any of the appellants and hence, the revenue has not made out any case against them. Consequently, penalty levied against them cannot be sustained. - AT
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