885 gm Gold Held Despite Redemption Relief due to Pending Appeal of Customs Dept: Delhi HC Directs...

The Delhi High Court has directed the Commissioner (Appeals) of the Customs Department to "expedite the hearing" of a pending appeal, which has resulted in the continued detention of 885 gm of gold. The court's intervention came after the petitioner, who had been granted relief to redeem and re-export the gold, challenged the delay. The Customs Department's appeal against the initial order had prevented the petitioner from taking possession of the gold. The court has now instructed the appellate authority to conclude the proceedings within three months, ensuring a timely resolution.