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2017 (3) TMI 496 - HC - CustomsLegality and validity of the attachment - liability of interest - petitioner argue that out of sheer compulsion and force a sum of ₹ 35 lakhs was paid to the respondents, but that does not mean that the petitioners admit the liability. In any event, the sum of ₹ 35 lakhs is not paid belatedly but promptly - Held that: - Once the petitioners have paid a sum of ₹ 35 lakhs, may be in the year 2013, as claimed by Mr. Jetly, appearing for respondent Nos.1 to 3, we do not allow the respondents to continue the attachment for any balance quantum or sum that is due and allegedly payable. It may be as interest but for that the respondents would have to institute appropriate legal proceedings. They may in such proceedings claim that they are entitled to attach or continue the attachment on the immoveable and moveable properties for the claim of interest - this Court has not expressed any opinion on the point of the legality and validity of the attachment - petition allowed - decided in favor of petitioner.
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