2024 (1) TMI 1221 - SCH - Customs

Violation of principles of natural justice - appellant's request for cross-examination of parties, whose statement has been relied upon, has not been considered - In the writ appeal, while acknowledging that cross-examination is a part of natural justice, the High Court noted that there is no absolute right to cross-examination, and it depends on each case's facts. - However, High Court permitted the appellant to file appeal before the Appellate Authority, within a period of 30 days from the date of receipt of a copy of this judgment - HELD THAT - There are no reason to interfere with the impugned judgment passed by the High Court. Hence, the Special Leave Petition is dismissed without prejudice to any other alternative remedy that the petitioner may seek to avail. The time granted by the High Court to avail the remedy is extended by 30 days from the date of this order.

Summary

The Supreme Court dismissed the Special Leave Petition without interference with the impugned judgment passed by the High Court. The petitioner may seek other remedies. The time to avail the remedy is extended by 30 days from the date of the order. Pending applications, if any, are disposed of.