CBIC readies rules to facilitate filing of multi-state GST appealsThe Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs is preparing a new framework that will streamline departmental appeals involving multiple s...
Vizhinjam seaport gets final Customs clearance for EXIM operationsVizhinjam International Seaport secured Customs approval for EXIM operations. Final approval allows the port to commence cargo operations f...
CBIC weighs centralised GST registration under one PANThe proposal seeks to address a longstanding industry demand by examining whether businesses operating across multiple states can be admini...
India-UK FTA from July 15: What changes for autos, whisky, exports and consumersThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement takes effect on July 15, 2026. This pact grants nearly 99% duty-free access for Ind...
India-UK CETA duty benefits to require CBIC digital authenticationIndia will implement digital authentication for UK exporter origin declarations starting July 15. This new process requires customs to issu...
India-UK trade pact: CBIC issues guidelines on implementation of self-certification of origin declarationsNew guidelines for self-certification of origin declarations are now in effect. This change applies to the India-UK Comprehensive Economic ...
India sweetens the deal for global electronics manufacturersIndia is enhancing its electronics manufacturing capabilities by extending customs duty relief. This policy aims to boost domestic producti...
India extends anti-dumping duty on seamless tubes, pipes till Jan 2027India has extended anti-dumping duties on certain Chinese tubes and pipes. This measure will protect domestic manufacturers from cheap inbo...
Dixon Tech, Syrma SGS, Amber shares surge up to 6%. What does customs duty relief mean?Shares of Dixon Technologies, Syrma SGS Technologies and Amber Enterprises rallied after the Centre expanded customs duty exemptions on ele...
Govt extends duty relief for electronics, lithium-ion battery manufacturing till 2029Customs duty concessions on electronics manufacturing parts are extended until March 2029. This move supports investments in battery cell m...
AI profiling of traffickers at airports, screening of students in varsities part of India's maiden drug control visionIndia will deploy AI passenger profiling and drug screening in educational institutions. This national roadmap aims to combat drug traffick...
Finance Ministry notifies rules for determination of origin of goods under India-UK trade pactIndia's Finance Ministry has notified rules for determining the origin of goods under the India-UK CETA, effective July 15, 2026. This agre...
India waives customs duty, IGST on imported animals under UK trade pact from July 15India's latest policy change allows for customs duty and IGST exemptions on animals brought into the country for shows and public events st...
As GST turns 10, focus shifts to AI-led compliance, faster refunds, simpler tax processesIndia's Goods and Services Tax, now in its tenth year, is evolving towards greater efficiency. The government is leveraging AI, data sharin...
New GST jurisdiction to handle pending cases after business shift: CBICTaxpayers shifting their business location will now have their ongoing tax proceedings seamlessly transferred to the new jurisdictional aut...
CBIC rolls out green channel to speed emergency imports during oil spill crisesIn a significant move to bolster environmental protection, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has launched a dedicated 'green ...
Govt waives customs overtime charges for cruise passengersInternational cruise passengers will no longer pay merchant overtime charges for customs clearance. This decision aims to boost cruise tour...