INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA ETC. ETC. vs M/S GRAND SLAM INTERNATIONAL & OM ETC. ETC.

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of Section 45(2) of the Customs Act, 1962, in relation to the issuance of detention certificates by Customs Authorities. The Court held that such certificates are binding on the International Airports Authority of India (IAAI) and clarified that the High Court's direction to release imported goods without demurrage charges was justified. The Court emphasized that the liability for demurrage charges must be assessed in light of the detention period as certified by Customs, thereby upholding the High Court's decision.