https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=78003 The High Court quashed penalty u/s E-Way Bill violation, classifying goods as ODC due to speed without intent to evade tax. Relying on precedent, mens rea is essential for penalty. Transit speed not valid for penalty per circular. Speculative reasoning for penalties unfair. Penalties deter fraud, ensure compliance. Without intent, penalties unjust. Penalty imposition must be based on evidence of misconduct. Orders quashed, petition allowed. en-us Fri, 31 May 2024 12:29:06 +0530 Fri, 31 May 2024 12:29:06 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=78003 The High Court quashed penalty u/s E-Way Bill violation, classifying goods as ODC due to speed without intent to evade tax. Relying on precedent, mens rea is essential for penalty. Transit speed not valid for penalty per circular. Speculative reasoning for penalties unfair. Penalties deter fraud, ensure compliance. Without intent, penalties unjust. Penalty imposition must be based on evidence of misconduct. Orders quashed, petition allowed. Highlights GST Fri, 31 May 2024 12:29:06 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=78003