Emotionally Intelligent Companion Device For Children Is Classifiable As 'Automatic Data Processing Machines' And Not 'Plastic Toys': CESTAT

Case Title: R N Chidakashi Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Versus Commissioner of Customs (Import)

The Mumbai Bench of Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) has held that MIKO II, an “emotionally intelligent companion device” that is a 'human-like' companion for children, is classifiable as an automatic data processing machine and not 'a plastic toy'.

No Service Tax Is Payable On Installations On CNG Kits In Absence Of Separate Invoices: CESTAT

Case Title: Commissioner of C.E. & S.T.-Surat-i Versus J K Motors

Case Title: M/s Smaaash Leisure Limited Versus Commissioner of Central Goods & Service Tax, New Delhi

The Delhi Bench of Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) has held that the services like wireline logging, perforation, and other wireline-related services involving mechanical jobs like cutting, puncture, plug/packer setting, cable splicing, etc. that were undertaken by the appellant at the time of drilling an oil well are integrally connected with the mining of oil or gas and have a direct nexus with the drilling of a well. Thus, these activities would be covered by the taxable category of 'mining service' w.e.f. June 1, 2007.

CESTAT Allows Refund Of Service Tax Paid On Cancelled Bookings Of Flats

Case Title: Kanakia Spaces Reality Pvt. Ltd. Versus Commissioner Of Cgst & Central Excise, Mumbai

The Mumbai Bench of Customs, Excise, and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) has allowed the refund of service tax paid on cancelled bookings of flats.