Gold seizure cases in India have become increasingly common at international airports under the Customs Act, 1962. Courts have clarified important legal principles regarding seizure, personal jewellery, and passenger rights. This article analyses landmark gold seizure cases in India and…
Baggage Rules 2026 Introduced in Budget 2026: Delhi High Court-Driven Reform on Personal Effects of International Travellers Introduction The notification of the Customs Baggage Rules, 2026, read with the Customs Act, 1962, as part of the Union Budget 2026, marks a significant and…
Delhi High Court Orders Release of Seized Rolex Watch, Holds Watch as ‘Personal Effect’ Under Baggage Rules Reiterates That Customs Cannot Detain Bona Fide Personal Effects; Waives Warehousing Charges In a significant ruling on passenger rights under the Customs law,…
Gold Jewellery Seized by Customs from Senior Citizens Returning from USA: Delhi High Court Terms Detention Illegal Gold Jewellery Seized by Customs from Senior Citizens In a significant decision reaffirming the rights of international travelers, the Delhi High Court on…
No SCN After One Year of Goods Detention under Customs Act, 1962 In a significant ruling impacting customs enforcement procedures, the Delhi High Court has held that a Show Cause Notice (SCN) under Section 124 of the Customs Act, 1962, cannot be issued…
Delhi High Court Holds No customs duty on personal jewellery: Upholds Passenger Rights Under Baggage Rules In a significant judgment that strengthens the rights of international travelers, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court ruled that personal jewellery worn by passengers forms…