DCIT-2(1)(1), MUMBAI, MUMBAI vs. BANK OF BARODA , BANK OF BARODA
What did the Tribunal hold?
The Tribunal held that reopening beyond four years from the end of the assessment year requires proof of the assessee's failure to disclose material facts, which was not established. Relying on Supreme Court decisions, it was held that an audit party's opinion alone is not sufficient for reopening.
What were the facts?
The Revenue reopened the assessment of Bank of Baroda for AY 2015-16 and 2016-17, primarily based on an audit objection. The assessee challenged the validity of this reopening before the CIT(A).
What were the issues?
Whether reopening of assessment beyond four years, based solely on an audit objection, is valid. Whether an audit party's opinion constitutes 'information' for reopening under Section 147.
Which sections of the Income-tax Act were involved?
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Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, “B” BENCH, MUMBAI
Before: SHRI OM PRAKASH KANT, AM
Per Bench:
These appeals are filed by the Revenue and the and cross objections by the assessee, challenging the order of the Learned Commissioner of Inc
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