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EXPLORING THE FINE LINE BETWEEN TAX OPTIMIZATION AND TAX EVASION IN THE ERA OF GLOBALIZATION
SUO
January 24, 2025
Taxes are indispensable to the functioning of any economy, and provide governments with requisite funds to run the country. However,…
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THE LEGAL IMPLICATIONS RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE IN INDIA: GLOBAL COMMITMENTS, NATIONAL LAWS, AND THE PATH FORWARD
SUO
January 17, 2025
India, as one of the world’s most populous countries and a significant emitter of greenhouse gases, faces a complex set…
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Indian Data Protection Law vs. GDPR: Key Differences and Implications on International Businesses
SUO
January 10, 2025
On August 11, 2023, India enacted the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (“DPDPA”). In the context of the rapidly…
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GLOBAL PROCUREMENT IN THE AGE OF GEO-POLITICAL TENSIONS: NAVIGATING THE LEGAL RISKS
SUO
December 28, 2024
Introduction To say that we live in a world marked by uncertainties and marred by conflict won’t be an understatement…
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DECODING THE DRACONIAN LEGISLATION: THE PREVENTION OF MONEY LAUNDERING ACT, 2002
SUO
December 9, 2024
The Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002 is one of the most controversial special penal statute enacted in India,…
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THE INTERPLAY BETWEEN INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND CROSS-BORDER TRADE
SUO
November 28, 2024
Introduction With the advent of globalization towards the end of the 20th century, the world has become seemingly compact, with…
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THE PROS AND CONS OF ALLOWING RESOLUTION PLANS TO EXTINGUISH INTERESTS OF SECURED CREDITORS
SUO
November 15, 2024
In India, the legal framework governing insolvency and bankruptcy has undergone significant changes with the introduction of the Insolvency and…
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Fraud reporting under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013
SUO
November 8, 2024
Introduction By bare perusal of explanation of Section 447 mentioned in the Companies Act, a broad definition of fraud is…
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NAVIGATING RECENT CHANGES IN THE IMMIGRATION SCENARIO: WHAT LIES AHEAD?
SUO
October 17, 2024
Introduction In a constantly evolving world, one phenomenon which seems to have remained unchanged is human mobility. The world has…
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THE EVOLVING LANDSCAPE OF THIRD-PARTY FUNDING FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN INDIA
SUO
October 11, 2024
Third-party funding (TPF) refers to an arrangement between a litigant and independent third party for financing the dispute resolution process,…
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THE FUTURE OF FINTECH: A EUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE
SUO
September 6, 2024
Introduction Banks have always been an integral part of the global financial system. However, fintech companies have steadily taken over…
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NIRMAL SINGH BHANGOO MEETING HIS FATE IN THE SAME MANNER AS HARSHAD MEHTA: A stark reflection on the shortcomings of investigation agencies, inefficiencies of judicial system and flaws in correctional institutions:
SUO
August 30, 2024
The tragic saga of Nirmal Singh Bhangoo, who met his end under circumstances eerily reminiscent to the infamous Harshad Mehta,…
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THE INTERPLAY BETWEEN GENERATIVE AI & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS: NAVIGATING THE LEGALITIES
SUO
August 23, 2024
Introduction If we talk about innovation in the recent years, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is perhaps the first thing that comes…
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TRANSFORMING INDIA’S JUDICIAL SYSTEM TO ENHANCE INDIA’S APPEAL AS A TOP BUSINESS DESTINATION
SUO
July 19, 2024
Since designated as the protector and custodian of the Indian Constitution, India’s judiciary has played a critical role in the…
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DIGITAL NOMAD VISAS: IS THE ‘TREND’ HERE TO STAY?
SUO
July 15, 2024
Introduction It is undeniable that the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic ushered in a new era of remote work, subsequently…
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The Potential of Crowdfunding: A Comprehensive Overview
SUO
July 4, 2024
INTRODUCTION An innovative idea realises its potential as long as it is executed effectively and is backed by the requisite…
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LEGAL AND REGULATORY FRAMEWORK FOR FINTECH BUSINESSES IN INDIA
SUO
June 20, 2024
OVERVIEW OF THE FINTECH INDUSTRY India’s fintech market is one of the largest globally.The key fintech sectors in India include…
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SOCIAL MEDIA AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM: THE GOOD, BAD, AND UGLY
SUO
June 13, 2024
Introduction With 820 million active internet users, more than half of India’s population has access to the internet. It is…
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SEVERAL HIDDEN EXEMPTIONS ALLOWED UNDER THE NEW INCOME TAX REGIME
SUO
June 6, 2024
Contrary to the common belief, taxpayers can avail themselves of tax exemptions in the new regime. These exemptions offer opportunities…
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The Ideal Startup Launchpad: Leveraging Incubators and Accelerators
SUO
May 17, 2024
Introduction In this prevalent dynamic startup landscape,there are a plethora of opportunities available with respect to the support to be…
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THE END OF THE ‘GOLDEN AGE’ OF GOLDEN VISAS
SUO
May 9, 2024
Introduction By offering residence or potential citizenship in exchange for the investment of a hefty sum, many countries across the…
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ANALYZING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016
SUO
May 2, 2024
Introduction The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC); 2016,is an umbrella legislation which has not only consolidated the insolvency laws, but…
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START-UPS VENTURES ON THE GLOBAL STAGE: DECODING THE LEGAL AND REGULATORY COMPLEXITIES
SUO
April 26, 2024
INTRODUCTION The startups culture has established a prominent reputation globally for its contributions to the growth and development of a…
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Navigating Legal Challenges in Cryptocurrency Evolution in India
SUO
April 18, 2024
Introduction As Virtual Digital Assets (VDA) gains more adoption, the risk of falling victim to payment scams leading to exploiting…
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LIFTING OF CORPORATE VEIL: NAVIGATING JUDICIAL PRECEDENTS
SUO
April 4, 2024
INTRODUCTION Corporations have come to become one of the most significant parts of the modern world. The origin of company…
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LEGITIMACY OF ARBITRAL APPOINTMENTS IN INDIA
SUO
March 28, 2024
Independence and impartiality of arbitrators are the hallmarks of arbitration. The amendments to the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 in…
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Analysis on judicial review in the public procurement process
SUO
March 20, 2024
JUDICIAL REVIEW OF PUBLIC PROCUREMENT PROCESS INTRODUCTION The pillar of a fair, just and impartial government and/or administrative action is…
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Title: Strengthening Bonds: Inter-Se Trade and Commerce between Europe and India
SUO
June 23, 2023
Introduction: The global landscape is witnessing a remarkable shift in trade dynamics, as inter-se trade and commerce between Europe and…
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IMMIGRATION AND EMIGRATION: BRIEF COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF INDIA AND EUROPE
SUO
June 5, 2023
Immigration and emigration have been an integral part of human history, with people moving from one place to another for…
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INCORPORATION OF A COMPANY IN EUROPE
SUO
June 2, 2023
Europe is a very famous location for investment due to its abundance of corporate infrastructure, strong regulations, and trained workforce….
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Maximizing Tax Savings: Exploring Job Opportunities in Europe
SUO
May 31, 2023
In an era of increasing globalization, individuals seeking to expand their professional horizons and explore new job opportunities often consider…
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TAX SERIES: CONCLUSION & DISCUSSION.
SUO
December 29, 2022
Having examined all facets of digital economy issues in India and in order to conclude the series, we are here…
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TAX SERIES: CHAPTER 4: STEPS TAKEN BY INDIAN GOVERNMENT TO SECURE ITS TAX REVENUE.
SUO
December 22, 2022
INTRODUCTION As digital economy is booming with new and innovative business models. India like any other economies is facing numerous…
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TAX SERIES:CHAPTER 3: TAX CHALLENGES ARISING IN INDIAN DIGITAL ECONOMY
SUO
December 5, 2022
INTRODUCTION The relationship between law and technology is dynamic and complex. The pace of growth is different and hence there…
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TAX SERIES:CHAPTER 2: INDIA AS A DIGITAL ECONOMY
SUO
November 15, 2022
CHAPTER 2: INDIA AS A DIGITAL ECONOMY INTRODUCTION As Bill Gates had mentioned once “if your business is not on…
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TAX SERIES: CHAPTER 1: TAX CHALLENGES ARISING IN INDIAN DIGITAL ECONOMY WITH RESPECT TO ECONOMIC ACTIVITIES BY CROSS-BORDER MULTINATIONAL COMPANIES.
SUO
November 9, 2022
ABSTRACT International Tax regime have been considered to be the most important aspect of economic activities for an economy. After…
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INTERPRETATION OF THE IMPLIED TERMS OF THE CONTRACT WITH RESPECT TO ARBITRATION MATTERS
SUO
October 21, 2022
Every contract contains both parties’ rights and duties, the violation of which may result in legal action against the party…
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GROUP INSOLVENCY: A PRACTICAL APPROACH
SUO
September 12, 2022
The concept of Group Insolvency is new in India and has not yet been enacted. It refers to the process…
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IS GOLDEN VISA A ROUTE TO GLOBALISATION AND GLOBAL-CITIZENSHIP?
SUO
September 12, 2022
As I pen down this article after having dived deep into the aspects, possibilities and arenas of “Residency by Investment”,…
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ARBITRABILITY OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
SUO
September 10, 2022
Introduction This article deals with Arbitrability of IPR disputes in India. Besides the fact that this issue is still debatable,…
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In re: Representation preferred to Government regarding the need to frame rules for adopting virtual hearing of arbitration proceedings
Sneha Baul
August 20, 2020
To, The Ministry of Law & Justice, 3rd Floor, ‘C’ Wing, Lok Nayak Bhawan,Khan Market, New Delhi – 110003.Phone: 011-24698655E-mail:…
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IBC: THROUGH TOUGH TIMES…
SUO
August 19, 2020
With more than 8 lakhs confirmed cases in the country and rising deaths across the country, the deadly disease has…
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The Supreme Court Grants Accredition to Journalists With Law Degree
The Apex Court has amended its norms for accreditation of journalist or correspondents reporting on the proceedings of the cases….
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Analysis of the Law Relating to Colour marks with respect to Christian Louboutin’s Red Sole Trademark.
Roshanara Rauf
March 5, 2020
The world of color marks is as fascinating as it is outrageous, where well-established brands pick a fight to ensure…
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Financing Of International Trade: Need, Method & Practical Implications
suo
February 6, 2019
International Trade in today’s world has become extremely intrinsic and has led to rise in the living standards, generating more…
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Mental health, Genetic disorders to be part of basic insurance plans, says IRDAI chief
Aakanksha Khajuria
September 12, 2018
Insurance for mental health and genetic disorders will be standardized and introduced as part of basic mediclaim policies. The IRDAI…
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Banks to launch a common platform for online auctioning of defaulters’ property
SUO
September 12, 2018
The government has advised banks to start a common platform for auctioning defaulters’ seized properties to attract competitive bids and…
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The Competition Commission Of India To Probe Unfair Pricing Ways Of Super-specialty Hospitals In Delhi
SUO
September 8, 2018
The Competition Commission of India will probe super-specialty hospitals in New Delhi for possible unfair pricing in services and products…
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Shares Of Reliance Naval Drops By 5% As IDBI Moves NCLT
SUO
September 8, 2018
IDBI Bank Ltd. has moved the National Company Law Tribunal against Reliance Naval and Engineering Ltd. seeking debt resolution under…
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UIDAI’s Bid To Hire A Social Media Agency Is Contrary To The Submission Made By It, Says SC
SUO
September 8, 2018
The Supreme Court on Friday questioned the proposal made by UIDAI (Unique identification authority of India), which handles over 1223,827,192…
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Analysis of the Law Relating to Colour marks with respect to Christian Louboutin’s Red Sole Trademark.
SUO
September 5, 2018
The world of color marks is as fascinating as it is outrageous, where well-established brands pick a fight to ensure…
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CIVIL AVIATION REGULATOR ALLOWS COMMERCIAL USE OF DRONE
suo
August 28, 2018
The government has unveiled a landmark policy allowing commercial use of drones. In the initial phase, however, the operation will…
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THE SUPREME COURT GRANTS ACCREDITATION TO JOURNALISTS WITH LAW DEGREE
suo
August 28, 2018
The Apex Court has amended its norms for accreditation of journalist or correspondents reporting on the proceedings of the cases….
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MORE THAN 60 LOAN-STRESSED ACCOUNTS LIKELY TO COME IN FOR RESOLUTION UNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE
SUO
August 25, 2018
As the Reserve Bank of India’s deadline of August 27th looms closer, as many as 60 loan-stressed accounts stare at…
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SUPREME COURT RESERVES VERDICT ON PLEAS FOR LIVE RECORDING OF JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS
SUO
August 25, 2018
In order to make judicial proceeding more transparent and accountable, the Bench of Justices Dipak Misra, A.M. Khanwilkar, and D.Y….
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FIVE YEAR AFTER THE BLOODBATH IN MUZAFFARNAGAR, NO CONVICTION HAS BEEN MADE SO FAR
SUO
August 25, 2018
It’s been five years since the Muzaffarnagar riots erupted in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh which left 60 people…
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RIGHT TO RETIRE IS NOT ABOVE THE RIGHT TO SAVE LIVES, RULES SC
SUO
August 24, 2018
Stating that the Right to Retire is not above the Right to save lives, the Apex Court ruled that the…
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SC RELIEF FOR RELATIVES CAUGHT IN DOWRY CASES
SUO
August 24, 2018
The Supreme Court observed in a judgment that courts should be careful while proceeding against distant relatives in crime pertaining…
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TO ACCEPT, OR NOT TO ACCEPT
SUO
August 24, 2018
Opinion over whether India should decline Foreign Aid for flood-ravaged Kerala has split down the middle. On a day of…
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PURPOSE OF COMPENSATION UNDER MV ACT IS TO FULLY AND ADEQUATELY RESTORE THE AGGRIEVED TO THE POSITION PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT: SC
SUO
August 24, 2018
Enhancing the compensation to be awarded to a man who was grievously injured in an accident nine years ago, the…
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SUPREME COURT ISSUES NOTICE IN A PETITION CALLING FOR SPORTS BE RECOGNIZED AS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT UNDER THE ARTICLE 21A
SUO
August 23, 2018
The supreme court issued a notice in a petition seeking that sports be recognized as a fundamental right under the…
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SEBI PROPOSES FOR AN INCLUSION OF A CONFIDENTIALITY CLAUSE IN THE SETTLEMENT MECHANISM
SUO
August 23, 2018
A high-level panel constituted by the Security and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed a confidentiality clause in the…
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UIDAI FACES SUIT FOR DATA LEAK
SUO
August 23, 2018
The two-judge bench headed by S Ravindra Bhat has agreed to hear the petition, filed by a lawyer, alleging leak…
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CABINET CLEARS BILL TO REMOVE LEPROSY AS GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE
SUO
August 22, 2018
The Union Cabinet has cleared the Personal Laws (amendment) Bill that aims to strike down leprosy as a ground for…
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CHIEF COMMISSIONER CALLS FOR A LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR SIMULTANEOUS POLLS
SUO
August 22, 2018
Ruling out the possibility of carrying out simultaneous elections in the near future, Chief election commissioner (CEC) O P Rawat…
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SUPREME COURT TO HEAR PIL ALLEGING SIPHONING OF FUNDS MEANT FOR SC/ST STUDENTS
SUO
August 22, 2018
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear next week a PIL alleging siphoning of Rs 18,000 crore funds meant for…
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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE ARBITRATION & CONCILIATION (AMENDMENT) BILL, 2018
Gunjan Richharia
August 22, 2018
The stride to make India a hub for International Commercial Arbitration and to make Arbitration a preferred mode for dispute…
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GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION
SUO
August 22, 2018
On 25th May 2018, The EU, after 2 years of its adoption, enforced the General Data Protection Regulation, which created…
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MSME (MINISTRY OF MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES) SECTOR IN INDIA
SUO
August 22, 2018
The MSME sector in India, consisting of 36 million units, provides employment to over 80 million persons. The sector through…
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN LEGISLATION- INDIA AND THE WORLD
SUO
August 22, 2018
A representative democracy is the kind of democracy where people rule through their representatives, wherein these representatives make laws and…
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“ABUSE OF DOMINANCE” IN THE LIGHT OF TELEFONAKTIEBOLAGET LM ERICSSON V/S COMPETITION COMMISSION OF INDIA
SUO
August 22, 2018
The Competition Act, 2002 under section 4 specifically forbids any enterprise from abusing its dominant position. The term ‘Dominant Position’…
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BANKS CAN NOW ACT AGAINST PERSONAL GUARANTORS OF A CORPORATE DEBTOR FACING INSOLVENCY PROCEEDING, RULES SUPREME COURT
SUO
August 21, 2018
Referring to an appeal filed by the State Bank of India against a judgment of the National Company Law Appellate…
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SHELL COMPANIES: CRACK DOWN, DEFINITION; IS THE GOVERNMENT MAYBE JUMPING THE GUN?
Gunjan Richharia
August 21, 2018
Right after the demonetization drive in the year 2016, and partially in an attempt to showcase the success of the…
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Everything You Need to Know About Gold Medals
suo
March 3, 2018
Olympic gold medals contain only about 1.34 percent gold, with the rest composed of sterling silver.Olympic gold medals contain only…
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