Legal Challenge Upholds Timely Appeal Under Section 153, Invalidates Improper Service Methods in Customs Act Dispute

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....HC determined the legality of service under Section 153 of the Customs Act, 1962, finding that registered post was the sole valid communication method prior to 2018. Speed post service was improper. The court quashed orders by the Additional Commissioner and Commissioner (Appeals), holding the appeal was timely filed on 07.11.2017. A writ of certiorari was issued, directing the authority to adjudicate the appeal on merits. The writ petition was allowed, with interim orders discharged and interlocutory applications disposed of accordingly.....