Service Tax Not Leviable On Deposits Made Under Interim Orders: CESTAT

The CESTAT has ruled that "service tax is not leviable on deposits made under interim orders." The tribunal's decision, which is a significant victory for the company, was made on the grounds that the company's claim was not supported by evidence. The ruling clarifies that a tax authority can't add a tax to a company's account without a valid reason. The court’s decision is a crucial reminder to all businesses that they must be diligent in their dealings.