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India Today
13 hours ago
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- India Today
Samsung Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, S25 Edge and S25 Ultra: Which one is right for you?
With the launch of the Galaxy S25 Edge earlier this month, Samsung has now completed its flagship lineup for 2025. The series now includes four models — the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, S25 Edge, and the S25 Ultra. While the standard, Plus, and Ultra variants were introduced back in January during the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Jose, California, the Edge model was only recently launched globally on May 13, after being teased at the same Unpacked event. Now that all four phones are available for purchase, the big question is: which one should you go for?advertisementGalaxy S25 series: Price and offersSamsung's entire Galaxy S25 lineup is now available through major online and offline stores, as well as on the official Samsung India S25: The entry-level model starts at Rs 74,999 for the 128GB version. The 256GB and 512GB variants are priced at Rs 80,999 and Rs 92,999, respectively. It's available in Icy Blue, Silver Shadow, Navy, and Mint. If you're buying from Samsung's website, you also get access to online-exclusive shades like Blue Black, Coral Red, and Pink Gold. Offers include an instant discount of up to Rs 10,000 on select bank cards and no-cost EMI plans for up to 12 months. Galaxy S25+: The Plus model starts at Rs 99,999 for the 256GB variant, and the 512GB version is priced at Rs 1,11,999. It comes in Navy and Silver Shadow, while online buyers can choose from exclusive shades such as Coral Red, Blue Black, and Pink Gold. Similar to the base model, the same bank offers and EMI plans S25 Edge: The latest addition to the series, the S25 Edge, is priced at Rs 1,09,999 for the 256GB version and Rs 1,21,999 for the 512GB variant. It's available in Titanium Silver and Titanium Jetblack. While Samsung hasn't officially updated the product page with offers, you can expect similar discounts — up to Rs 11,000 off with certain cards and no-cost EMI options for up to 12 months — as seen on other S25 Ultra: The top-end Ultra starts at Rs 1,29,999 for the 256GB variant. The 512GB and 1TB versions are priced at Rs 1,41,999 and Rs 1,65,999, respectively. You can get it in Titanium Blue, Titanium Grey, Titanium White, and Titanium Black. Online-only shades include Titanium Jade Green, Titanium Jet Black, and Titanium Pink Gold. Bank offers include discounts of up to Rs 11,000 and the usual no-cost EMI S25 series: Which Samsung flagship is right for you?All four phones in the Galaxy S25 family are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and come with 12GB RAM as standard, regardless of the storage S25: This one's perfect for users who prefer compact phones. It features a 6.2-inch display — the same size as the previous model — but has slightly narrower bezels this time around. For the first time in the standard Galaxy S model, you now get 12GB RAM across all three storage options — 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The 4,000mAh battery can comfortably see you through a full day of light to moderate use, usually ending the day with around 10 per cent charge left. It comes with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both sides and a durable aluminium S25+: If you're after a bigger screen but don't want to spend on the Ultra, the Galaxy S25+ might hit the sweet spot. It offers a 6.7-inch display, just like its predecessor, and houses a 4,900mAh battery. This model too, features 12GB RAM with storage options of 256GB and 512GB. The camera setup is shared with the base S25, including a 50-megapixel primary sensor, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x zoom. Up front, you get a 12MP selfie S25 Edge: The Edge variant blends several elements from other models in the series. It's ideal for users who want a lightweight phone — it weighs only 163g — without compromising on screen size, offering a 6.7-inch panel like the Plus. It also features a premium titanium frame similar to the Ultra and has an ultraslim 5.8mm thickness. The Edge stands out with its design. While it includes a powerful 200-megapixel main camera like the Ultra, it skips the telephoto lens, which even the S25 and S25+ include. So, it's more about style and sleekness here. If you're okay with making a few compromises — mainly in battery size and camera versatility — the Edge is a compelling option. It's available in 256GB and 512GB storage S25 Ultra: For those wanting the very best, the Ultra is still the top pick. It features a large 6.9-inch screen and is the only model in the lineup to include the S Pen, making it a great option for creatives and professionals who like to sketch or sign documents on the go. Samsung has also trimmed down the design, making this year's Ultra thinner and lighter compared to the S24 Ultra. It sports a titanium build and uses Gorilla Armor 2 glass, which is more scratch-resistant and reduces glare. The 5,000mAh battery delivers excellent endurance. Camera upgrades include a 200-megapixel primary sensor, a new 50-megapixel ultra-wide, a 10-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto camera with 5x zoom. This one's available in 256GB, 512GB, and a massive 1TB version.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Samsung India executives seek to quash $81 million penalty over tax evasion
Seven Samsung India executives have asked a court to revoke penalties of $81 million included in New Delhi's $601-million tax demand from the company for allegedly misclassifying some imports, arguing "no grave offence" had been committed, according to legal papers and a source. The Indian tax authority in January found Samsung and its executives evaded tariffs by misclassifying imports of key mobile tower equipment from 2018 to 2021. Samsung has separately challenged the order before a tax appeals tribunal, where it has defended its declarations and denied any wrongdoing. While Samsung's India unit faced a $520 million demand, employees were asked to pay penalties totaling $81 million for "knowingly and intentionally" playing a role in the misclassification of imports. In a High Court filing in Mumbai which was not made public but was seen by Reuters, Samsung India logistics executive Ravi Chadha said the authorities issued the penalty within two to three days of receiving hundreds of pages of detailed responses from the company and its executives in January, and the process was "rushed". "This timeframe is utterly insufficient to conduct the requisite in-depth study," read the filing by Chadha, who faces a fine of 950 million rupees ($11.1 million). "The present case is limited to the interpretation of tariff entries, no grave offence has been committed." Online court records show the six other executives including the network division's vice president, Sung Beam Hong, a general manager for finance, Sheetal Jain, and Samsung's general manager for indirect taxes, Nikhil Aggarwal, have also challenged the tax authority's order. The lawyer for all seven executives, Sriram Sridharan of Indian law firm Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The law firm also represents Samsung in the tax appeals tribunal challenge. Their pleas and grounds for revoking the penalty are identical to Chadha's, said a source with direct knowledge of the ongoing lawsuits. In his court filing, Chadha argued that the "egregiously exorbitant" penalty is impossible for any salaried employee to bear, and it would take him more than 100 years to settle the amount given his earnings.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Samsung India executives seek to quash $81 million penalty over tax evasion
Seven Samsung India executives are contesting penalties linked to a $601 million tax demand. They argue against the severity of the alleged offense. The tax authority claims misclassification of mobile tower equipment imports occurred. Ravi Chadha, a logistics executive, calls the penalty process rushed. Other executives, including Sung Beam Hong and Sheetal Jain, have also challenged the order. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Popular in Cons. Products 1. A compelling economic logic is leading India's big data push away from major coastal centres, deep into the inlands Seven Samsung India executives have asked a court to revoke penalties of $81 million included in New Delhi's $601-million tax demand from the company for allegedly misclassifying some imports, arguing "no grave offence" had been committed, according to legal papers and a Indian tax authority in January found Samsung and its executives evaded tariffs by misclassifying imports of key mobile tower equipment from 2018 to 2021. Samsung has separately challenged the order before a tax appeals tribunal , where it has defended its declarations and denied any Samsung's India unit faced a $520 million demand, employees were asked to pay penalties totaling $81 million for "knowingly and intentionally" playing a role in the misclassification of a High Court filing in Mumbai which was not made public but was seen by Reuters, Samsung India logistics executive Ravi Chadha said the authorities issued the penalty within two to three days of receiving hundreds of pages of detailed responses from the company and its executives in January, and the process was "rushed"."This timeframe is utterly insufficient to conduct the requisite in-depth study," read the filing by Chadha, who faces a fine of 950 million rupees ($11.1 million)."The present case is limited to the interpretation of tariff entries, no grave offence has been committed."Samsung India and Chadha did not respond to Reuters queries. India's tax authority did not respond immediately to requests for court records show the six other executives including the network division's vice president, Sung Beam Hong, a general manager for finance, Sheetal Jain, and Samsung's general manager for indirect taxes, Nikhil Aggarwal, have also challenged the tax authority's lawyer for all seven executives, Sriram Sridharan of Indian law firm Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The law firm also represents Samsung in the tax appeals tribunal pleas and grounds for revoking the penalty are identical to Chadha's, said a source with direct knowledge of the ongoing his court filing, Chadha argued that the "egregiously exorbitant" penalty is impossible for any salaried employee to bear, and it would take him more than 100 years to settle the amount given his earnings.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Samsung India executives seek to quash $81 million penalty over tax evasion
By Arpan Chaturvedi NEW DELHI: Seven Samsung India executives have asked a court to revoke penalties of $81 million included in New Delhi's $601-million tax demand from the company for allegedly misclassifying some imports, arguing "no grave offence" had been committed, according to legal papers and a source. The Indian tax authority in January found Samsung and its executives evaded tariffs by misclassifying imports of key mobile tower equipment from 2018 to 2021. Samsung has separately challenged the order before a tax appeals tribunal, where it has defended its declarations and denied any wrongdoing. While Samsung's India unit faced a $520 million demand, employees were asked to pay penalties totaling $81 million for "knowingly and intentionally" playing a role in the misclassification of imports. In a High Court filing in Mumbai which was not made public but was seen by Reuters, Samsung India logistics executive Ravi Chadha said the authorities issued the penalty within two to three days of receiving hundreds of pages of detailed responses from the company and its executives in January, and the process was "rushed". "This timeframe is utterly insufficient to conduct the requisite in-depth study," read the filing by Chadha, who faces a fine of 950 million rupees ($11.1 million). "The present case is limited to the interpretation of tariff entries, no grave offence has been committed." Samsung India and Chadha did not respond to Reuters queries. India's tax authority did not respond immediately to requests for comment. Online court records show the six other executives including the network division's vice president, Sung Beam Hong, a general manager for finance, Sheetal Jain, and Samsung's general manager for indirect taxes, Nikhil Aggarwal, have also challenged the tax authority's order. The lawyer for all seven executives, Sriram Sridharan of Indian law firm Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The law firm also represents Samsung in the tax appeals tribunal challenge. Their pleas and grounds for revoking the penalty are identical to Chadha's, said a source with direct knowledge of the ongoing lawsuits. In his court filing, Chadha argued that the "egregiously exorbitant" penalty is impossible for any salaried employee to bear, and it would take him more than 100 years to settle the amount given his earnings.
The Star
3 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Samsung India executives seek to quash $81 million penalty over tax evasion
FILE PHOTO: People shop inside a store selling Samsung mobile phones and accessories in Mumbai, India, March 6, 2023. REUTERS/Francis Mascarenhas/File Photo NEW DELHI (Reuters) -Seven Samsung India executives have asked a court to revoke penalties of $81 million included in New Delhi's $601-million tax demand from the company for allegedly misclassifying some imports, arguing "no grave offence" had been committed, according to legal papers and a source. The Indian tax authority in January found Samsung and its executives evaded tariffs by misclassifying imports of key mobile tower equipment from 2018 to 2021. Samsung has separately challenged the order before a tax appeals tribunal, where it has defended its declarations and denied any wrongdoing. While Samsung's India unit faced a $520 million demand, employees were asked to pay penalties totaling $81 million for "knowingly and intentionally" playing a role in the misclassification of imports. In a High Court filing in Mumbai which was not made public but was seen by Reuters, Samsung India logistics executive Ravi Chadha said the authorities issued the penalty within two to three days of receiving hundreds of pages of detailed responses from the company and its executives in January, and the process was "rushed". "This timeframe is utterly insufficient to conduct the requisite in-depth study," read the filing by Chadha, who faces a fine of 950 million rupees ($11.1 million). "The present case is limited to the interpretation of tariff entries, no grave offence has been committed." Samsung India and Chadha did not respond to Reuters queries. India's tax authority did not respond immediately to requests for comment. Online court records show the six other executives including the network division's vice president, Sung Beam Hong, a general manager for finance, Sheetal Jain, and Samsung's general manager for indirect taxes, Nikhil Aggarwal, have also challenged the tax authority's order. The lawyer for all seven executives, Sriram Sridharan of Indian law firm Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The law firm also represents Samsung in the tax appeals tribunal challenge. Their pleas and grounds for revoking the penalty are identical to Chadha's, said a source with direct knowledge of the ongoing lawsuits. In his court filing, Chadha argued that the "egregiously exorbitant" penalty is impossible for any salaried employee to bear, and it would take him more than 100 years to settle the amount given his earnings. (Reporting by Arpan Chaturvedi; Editing by Aditya Kalra and Emelia Sithole-Matarise)
