Nonprosecution in tax appeal triggers ex parte reassessment; matter remanded to assessing officer and cost directed to relief fund.

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....Nonprosecution by the taxpayer led to dismissal of the departmental appeal and an ex parte assessment order under reassessment provisions; the tribunal noted the taxpayer's unfamiliarity with law but emphasised failure to file requisite details. Outcome: the tribunal remanded the matter to the assessing officer for fresh adjudication and verification of issues, and directed the taxpayer to pay a cost of Rs.2,000 to the Prime Minister's Relief Fund within two weeks.....