https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=360475 The court condoned a 541-day delay in filing tax appeals by the State, attributing it to administrative processes and inadvertence. Emphasizing the need for sufficient explanation regardless of the appellant's identity, the court considered the delay justified, noting the absence of mala fide intentions. Acknowledging the slow nature of government machinery, the court referenced precedents where delays were condoned to uphold public interest and ensure substantial justice. Ultimately, the court allowed the appeal, subject to the payment of costs, to prevent compromising public interest due to procedural delays. en-us Thu, 15 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0530 Thu, 17 May 2018 17:31:00 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=360475 The court condoned a 541-day delay in filing tax appeals by the State, attributing it to administrative processes and inadvertence. Emphasizing the need for sufficient explanation regardless of the appellant's identity, the court considered the delay justified, noting the absence of mala fide intentions. Acknowledging the slow nature of government machinery, the court referenced precedents where delays were condoned to uphold public interest and ensure substantial justice. Ultimately, the court allowed the appeal, subject to the payment of costs, to prevent compromising public interest due to procedural delays. Case-Laws VAT and Sales Tax Thu, 15 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/caselaws?id=360475