Manual issuance of section 143(2) notices without computer-generated DIN invalidates jurisdiction u/s 148; reassessment quashed void ab initio

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....The sole issue is validity of reassessment where notices under section 143(2) were issued manually without a computer-generated DIN. Relying on the CBDT circular making DIN mandatory from 01.10.2019 and permitting manual issue only with recorded reasons and prior written approval of CCIT/DGIT, the tribunal found Revenue could not produce recorded reasons or prior approval. Consequently the 143(2) communications are invalid and deemed never issued; assumption of jurisdiction under section 148 is vitiated and reassessment is quashed as void ab initio. - ITAT....