Deciding two connected writ petitions arising from a common Industrial Tribunal Award, the Delhi High Court set aside the Tribunal's direction granting hotel workmen a further…
Cenvat Credit Can Be Availed On Sugar Cess Paid On Imported Raw Sugar: CESTAT
The CESTAT has ruled that "CENVAT credit can be availed on sugar cess paid on imported raw sugar." The tribunal's decision clarifies a contentious issue and is a significant victory for the company. The ruling reinforces the principle that a tax that is levied on a product is a duty of excise and not a fee.