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SC Refuses PIL Against IT Search Powers, Cites 'Big Tax Evaders'

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News18•09-03-2026, 17:00

SC Refuses PIL Against IT Search Powers, Cites 'Big Tax Evaders'

•Supreme Court refused to entertain a PIL challenging the scope of search and seizure powers under Section 132 of the Income Tax Act.
•The PIL argued the provision has potential for misuse and exempts tax officers from disclosing reasons for search to assessees.
•A bench of CJI Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi stated the provision is designed to catch "big tax evaders" and the remedy is sufficient.
•Justice Bagchi noted that advance notice for search could lead to destruction of evidence, particularly digital records.
•Petitioner Vishwaprasad Alva withdrew the PIL but can approach the Centre for modifications or clarifications.

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