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2019 (9) TMI 1286 - HC - CustomsCross-examination of witnesses sought - petitioners have demanded certain documents so that reply to the show cause notice can be given - HELD THAT - The Respondent No.1 are directed to decide the application preferred by these petitioners which is dated 30th July, 2019 (Annexure P-5) whereby the petitioners are seeking cross examination of few witnesses and also demanding certain documents from the respondents authorities. The decision shall be taken by the Respondent No.1 upon application of the petitioner dated 30th July, 2019 (Annexure P-5) in accordance with law as expeditiously as possible and practicable, preferably within a period of three weeks from today - petition disposed off.
Issues:
1. Application for exemption. 2. Petition for cross-examination of witnesses and documents. Application for Exemption: The Chief Justice granted exemption subject to all just exceptions, disposing of the application. No further details are provided regarding the nature or reasons for the exemption sought. Petition for Cross-Examination of Witnesses and Documents: The petitioners submitted an application seeking cross-examination of witnesses and certain documents to respond to a show cause notice. Previously, a court order directed the respondents to adjudicate the show cause notice within four weeks. After hearing both sides, the court directed Respondent No.1 to decide on the application dated July 30, 2019, for cross-examination and document production expeditiously, preferably within three weeks. The writ petition was disposed of, granting liberty to the petitioner to approach the appropriate forum if needed. The time limit for adjudication of the show cause notice was extended to be completed within three weeks from the current date. The decision by Respondent No.1 was to be made in accordance with the law. This judgment primarily addresses an application for exemption and a petition related to the cross-examination of witnesses and documents in response to a show cause notice. The court granted exemption subject to exceptions and directed Respondent No.1 to decide on the petitioners' application promptly. The judgment emphasizes adherence to the law and expeditious resolution of the matters at hand.
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