https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=210229 The appeal challenged a penalty of Rs. 10 lakhs imposed on the appellant under specific rules for suppression of production and clandestine removal of goods. The Commissioner confirmed the demand of duty on a firm and individuals, including the appellant, highlighting the appellant's significant role in the illicit activities. Despite seeking leniency, the Tribunal upheld the penalties but reduced the appellant's penalty to Rs. 5,00,000, considering the circumstances and the reduction in penalties for others involved. en-us Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0530 Fri, 23 Nov 2012 15:29:00 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=210229 The appeal challenged a penalty of Rs. 10 lakhs imposed on the appellant under specific rules for suppression of production and clandestine removal of goods. The Commissioner confirmed the demand of duty on a firm and individuals, including the appellant, highlighting the appellant's significant role in the illicit activities. Despite seeking leniency, the Tribunal upheld the penalties but reduced the appellant's penalty to Rs. 5,00,000, considering the circumstances and the reduction in penalties for others involved. Case-Laws Central Excise Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=210229