Common or Trade Parlance Test Must Be Used: Supreme Court Clarifies Key Principles in Tax Classification

The Supreme Court highlighted important principles for applying the common or trade parlance test in classification disputes under taxation laws. Previously, the CESTAT ruled that imported ‘aluminium shelves’ should be classified as parts of agricultural machinery under CTI 84369900.

Pilot Fatigue Row: Delhi High Court Seeks DGCA Response On Alleged Violation Of CAR 2024 Norms

Today, On 16th December, Delhi High Court has sought a response from the DGCA on a contempt plea by pilot unions alleging illegal relaxations to airlines and approval of fatigue management schemes contrary to CAR 2024 safety norms governing flight duty limits.

My Son Is a Pilot with IndiGo: Justice Shail Jain Recuses as Airline Moves Delhi HC for Rs.900 Crore Customs Duty Refund

Today, On 12th December, InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has moved the Delhi High Court seeking a refund of more than Rs.900 crore paid as customs duty on re-imported aircraft engines and parts. Justice Shail Jain recused, stating, “My son is a pilot with IndiGo.”