Summary: Annapoorna Cotspin's appeal against a tax order was delayed by 95 days. The court decided to give them another chance, but they have to pay part of the tax first.
On February 22, 2025, Annapoorna Cotspin, based in Coimbatore, faced a tax proposal they didn't challenge. This led to a confirmed tax demand. The company, represented by Mr. Amit Jasraj Khandelwal, didn't take part in the proceedings, which was a big problem.
"The tax proposal was confirmed because Annapoorna Cotspin did not take part in proceedings."
Annapoorna Cotspin tried to appeal this decision but did so 95 days late. According to the rules, the appeal was turned down because of this delay. This was a major setback for the company.
On December 5, 2025, Judge Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy of the Madras High Court decided to give Annapoorna Cotspin another chance. However, there was a condition. They had to pay 25% of the total tax demand. They had already paid 10% when filing the appeal, so they needed to pay the remaining 15% within four weeks.
"Annapoorna Cotspin shall pay 25% of the total tax demand as a condition for remand."
The original order from February 22, 2025, was canceled. The case was sent back to the Assistant Commissioner (ST) in Coimbatore for another look. The court instructed that a new decision should be made within three months after receiving the order.
"A new decision shall be issued within three months from the date of receipt of a copy of this order."
The court decided to give Annapoorna Cotspin another chance to challenge the tax demand, but they must pay 25% of the tax upfront. The case will be reconsidered by the Assistant Commissioner in Coimbatore, who must make a new decision within three months.
