1998 (4) TMI 139 - HC - Central Excise

Summary

The High Court of Bombay quashed and set aside an order made by the Commissioner of Appeals, Central Excise, directing a re-hearing of a stay application under Section 35F of the Central Excise Act, 1944. The Commissioner's conduct was criticized for dismissing the application without proper consideration. The Court restored the petitioner's application and directed the Commissioner to hear the matter on a specified date in accordance with the principles of natural justice.