2001 (5) TMI 280 - AT - Central Excise

Summary

The Appellate Tribunal CEGAT, Bangalore heard three appeals filed by the appellants accompanied by stay applications. The appellants were required to pay duty amounting to Rs. 38,97,708/- and penalties under Central Excise Rules. The Tribunal found that the impugned order lacked consideration of the party's pleas and principles of natural justice. The matter was remanded back to the adjudicating authority for fresh examination and a new order, providing an opportunity to the party. The appeals were allowed by way of remand.