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Customs Appeal No. 50911 of 2025 (M/s. Yash Oro India Private Limited vs. Commissioner of Customs)

The Tribunal allowed the appeal of M/s Yash Oro India Pvt. Ltd., set aside the demand of customs duty, interest, redemption fine and penalty, and held that the importer could validly claim LDC exemption on gold dore imports under Notification 96/2008-Cus despite the DGFT licence mentioning Notification 12/2012/50/2017, as long as the licence itself remained…

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BHARTI AIRTEL LIMITED vs. PRINCIPAL COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS (ACC IMPORT)-NEW DELHI

CUSTOMS APPEAL NO. 50033 OF 2024 (BHARTI AIRTEL LIMITED vs. PRINCIPAL COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS (ACC IMPORT)-NEW DELHI

Summary The order allows Bharti Airtel’s appeal, holds that the imported Juniper router cards are “parts” classifiable under CTI 8517 70 90, and sets aside the demand, interest, penalty, and extended limitation.​ Case background Goods and rival classifications Tribunal’s reasoning on classification Limitation, penalty, and demand Final operative order Download Final Order Click Here For…

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5 Essential Tips from Gunalan Kamalini's Success Story

5 Essential Tips from Gunalan Kamalini’s Success Story

Gunalan Kamalini, the 17-year-old sensation from Madurai, Tamil Nadu, has captured the imagination of Indian cricket fans with her meteoric rise. From a national-level roller skater sidelined by injuries to a senior India women’s team debutant in the T20I series against Sri Lanka (December 2025), Kamalini’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, adaptability, and relentless…

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How to Predict Gold Prices for the Next Decade?

How to Predict Gold Prices for the Next Decade?

Gold has long been humanity’s ultimate safe-haven asset, a store of value spanning millennia. As of December 2025, spot gold prices hovers around $2,700 per ounce, up 35% year-over-year amid geopolitical tensions and inflation fears. Predicting its trajectory through 2035 requires blending technical analysis, fundamental drivers, macroeconomic indicators, and sentiment gauges. While no forecast is…

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Bangladesh: Not a Safe Haven for Hindu Minorities?

Bangladesh: Not a Safe Haven for Hindu Minorities?

Bangladesh, with its 90% Muslim majority, has long projected an image of religious harmony rooted in Bengali syncretism. However, for its Hindu minority—now reduced to about 8% of the population (down from 22% at Partition)—life has become increasingly precarious. Reports of violence, land grabs, forced conversions, and systemic discrimination paint a grim picture, challenging the…

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The Odyssey (1997) Film Review: A Heroic Journey Worth Revisiting

The Odyssey (1997) Film Review: A Heroic Journey Worth Revisiting

Directed by Andrei KonchalovskyStarring Armand Assante, Greta Scacchi, Isabella Rossellini, Vanessa WilliamsRuntime: 176 minutes (miniseries)Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, EpicRating: 7.5/10 Andrei Konchalovsky’s 1997 TV miniseries adaptation of Homer’s The Odyssey remains one of the most faithful and engaging screen versions of the ancient Greek epic. Airing on NBC as a two-part event, this production transforms Odysseus’s…

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The Silent Crisis: Understanding India's Brain Drain Challenge

Brain Drain: Understanding India’s Silent Crisis

India, often hailed as a global powerhouse in IT, medicine, and engineering, faces a quiet but devastating crisis: brain drain. This phenomenon—where highly skilled professionals emigrate for better opportunities abroad—has accelerated dramatically. In 2024 alone, over 600,000 Indians left the country, with net migration hitting record lows. While remittances from the diaspora exceed $100 billion…

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Vaishnavi Sharma - Rising Star of Indian Women's Cricket

Vaishnavi Sharma – Rising Star of Indian Women’s Cricket

Vaishnavi Sharma, born on December 18, 2005, in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, is a 20-year-old left-arm orthodox spinner and batting allrounder making waves in Indian women’s cricket. Known for her accuracy, variations, and composure under pressure, she has rapidly progressed from domestic circuits to international stages.​ Early Career and Domestic Breakthroughs of Vaishnavi Sharma Vaishnavi’s journey…

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10 Common Bad Habits and How to Overcome Them

10 Common Bad Habits and How to Overcome Them

Bad habits sabotage productivity, health, and happiness, often forming through repetition and stress responses. Recognizing and replacing them with positive alternatives leads to lasting change. Here are 10 common bad habits and practical strategies to overcome them. 1. Procrastination The first bad habit is delaying tasks which creates stress and missed deadlines. Overcome it by…

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