Commercial Tax Officer's Duty on E-Way Bill Does Not Include Physical Verification: Madras High Court
In a significant ruling on August 7, 2024, the Madras High Court addressed the legality of suspension orders under Tamil Nadu General Clauses Act, 1897. The case, W.P.No.33639 of 2023, concerns the suspension of an officer in the Commercial Taxes Department amidst allegations of mishandling tax refund applications. The petitioner challenged the suspension order issued by the second respondent, arguing that there was no substantial prima facie evidence against them…