2007 (12) TMI 187 - HC - Customs

CHA licence - no material produced by revenue as to why the petitioner s licence was extended for 6 months only and not for further period - No material has also been produced by revenue which would render the petitioner ineligible for such licence hence petitioner is entitled to interim protection - customs authorities are directed to extend the licence for a further period of 3 months at least on making of proper application and on payment of the schedule charges

Summary

The High Court Calcutta directed customs authorities to extend the petitioner's license for three months as an interim measure. The petitioner sought a 10-year extension, but no material was presented to justify the six-month extension. Affidavit-in-opposition to be filed by 21st January, 2008, and the matter listed in February 2008. Customs authorities can still consider longer renewal during the proceedings.