The case between Aftab Ahmed Zaki Ahmed and the Joint Commissioner of Income Tax, Range-63, New Delhi pertains to the assessment year 2015-16. This review covers the proceedings and the resolution of the dispute under the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme.
The appeal was filed against the order of CIT(A)-8, New Delhi dated November 28, 2018. The appellant sought to challenge the decision through the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, Delhi Bench ‘A’.
The hearing, conducted via video conferencing, lacked the appearance of the appellant, and the counsel for the assessee submitted a letter requesting the withdrawal of the appeal. The request cited the appellant’s decision to settle the dispute under the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2020, which was acknowledged and accepted by the tribunal.
The tribunal, after noting the absence of objections from the Senior Departmental Representative and considering the request for withdrawal, dismissed the appeal as withdrawn. This decision facilitated a quicker resolution of the dispute, aligning with the objectives of the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme aimed at reducing litigation.
This case highlights the effective use of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms provided by the Indian tax authorities to reduce litigation and facilitate compliance. The Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme serves as a crucial tool in resolving tax disputes amicably.
Detailed Analysis of ITA No. 86/DEL/2019: Aftab Ahmed vs JCIT, Range-63, New Delhi
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