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Import Definition in Indian Trade Laws: SEZ-DTA Transactions

DGFT : This article critically examines the legal definitions of Import across various legislations, analyzing their implications for SEZ...

February 18, 2025 366 Views 0 comment Print

RODTEP Annual Return Requirements and Filing

DGFT : Learn about the RODTEP Annual Return, filing guidelines, eligibility, and consequences for non-compliance with the scheme....

February 18, 2025 750 Views 0 comment Print

Procedure of APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate for Exporters

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for APEDA Registration Cum Membership Certificate (RCMC) for exporters in India, including requir...

January 10, 2025 978 Views 0 comment Print

New Requirements for Filing of Annual RODTEP Return (ARR)

DGFT : The Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has introduced new guidelines under Paragraph 4.94 in Chapter 4 of the Handbook of Pr...

November 18, 2024 10956 Views 0 comment Print

Registration Procedure for Obtaining IEC Code

DGFT : Learn the step-by-step procedure for obtaining an IEC code for import/export in India, including necessary documents and registrat...

August 5, 2024 1668 Views 0 comment Print


Latest News


Key Trade and Commerce Highlights of India in 2024

DGFT : Review of India’s 2024 trade achievements, including FTAs, export growth, Bharat Mart launch, digital trade platforms, and key s...

December 27, 2024 270 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Implements Faceless Automation for Input Output Norms

DGFT : DGFT modernizes foreign trade by automating ad-hoc Input Output Norms fixation, enhancing ease of business for exporters. Learn ab...

June 22, 2024 648 Views 0 comment Print

CBIC Implements Electronic Disbursal of Duty Drawback

DGFT : CBIC introduces electronic disbursal of duty drawback directly to exporter's bank accounts via PFMS, enhancing transparency and ef...

June 5, 2024 837 Views 0 comment Print

Govt allows Export of 99,150 MT Onion to Six Countries amid domestic concerns

DGFT : Government of India has sanctioned export of 99,150 metric tons (MT) of onions to six neighboring countries, namely Bangladesh, UA...

April 28, 2024 441 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Partners with DHL to enable MSMEs to explore international markets

DGFT : Read about the collaboration between DGFT and DHL to boost Indian e-commerce exports. Learn how this MoU signing aims to empower M...

March 14, 2024 486 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No opportunity is being provided to petitioner: Delhi HC directs DGFT to reconsider

DGFT : Writ petitions were filed challenging the minutes of meeting held on 08.11.2024, though which TRQ (Tariff Rate Quota) allotted to ...

January 10, 2025 384 Views 0 comment Print

Classification of product justified once DGFT proceeds to issue MEIS Scrip: Delhi HC

DGFT : Delhi High Court observed that once the DGFT had proceeded to issue the MEIS scrip to the writ petitioners, they would have been j...

December 4, 2024 318 Views 0 comment Print

Denial of MEIS benefit due to technological glitches in DGFT portal not justified: Bombay HC

DGFT : In these shipping bills, the Petitioner, the Petitioner’s Customs brokers inadvertently declared the Petitioner did not intend t...

November 22, 2024 1239 Views 0 comment Print

Delhi HC Grants Extension for Rs. 50 Lakh DGFT Penalty Due to DRI Delay

DGFT : Delhi HC grants Chintamani Sharma & Sons 6 weeks to submit documents for Rs. 50 lakh DGFT penalty, citing DRI's role in delayed su...

September 23, 2024 438 Views 0 comment Print

HC allows Provisional Release of Second-Hand Specialized Equipment on Deposit of Enhanced Duty

DGFT : Madras High Court directed provisional release of Second-hand Highly Specialized Equipment - Digital Multifunction Print, Copying ...

September 20, 2024 192 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


TRQ Application Process for Gold Import Under India-UAE CEPA

DGFT : Guidelines for filing TRQ applications for gold bullion imports under India-UAE CEPA for FY 2025-26. Deadline: 28th Feb 2025....

February 16, 2025 312 Views 0 comment Print

Guidelines for Importing Premium Frozen Duck Meat in India

DGFT : India restricts premium frozen duck meat imports to 3-star and above hotels, requiring authorization for distributors. Direct impo...

February 14, 2025 114 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Guidelines for Petroleum Coke Import Allocation 2025-26

DGFT : DGFT invites applications for CPC and RPC import allocation for 2025-26. Submission deadline: Feb 28, 2025. Eligibility and proced...

February 13, 2025 114 Views 0 comment Print

Mandatory Online Submissions for FTDR Act Compliance

DGFT : DGFT mandates online document submission and fee payments for FTDR Act proceedings, eliminating paper submissions to enhance ease ...

February 13, 2025 333 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Warns Against issue of Manual Certificates of Origin

DGFT : DGFT mandates electronic Certificates of Origin via Trade Connect. Manual certificates issued after deadlines will be invalid and ...

February 11, 2025 381 Views 0 comment Print


DGFT amends export policy of Rice

December 29, 2020 1017 Views 0 comment Print

The Notification No. 24/2015-2020 dated 10.08.2020 is amended to the extent that export of Rice (Basmati and Non-Basmati) to EU member states and other European Countries namely Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland only will require Certificate of Inspection from EIA/EIC. Export to remaining European countries (except Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland) will require Certificate of […]

DGFT extends Time for operation of Radiation Portal Monitors & Container Scanner

December 29, 2020 498 Views 0 comment Print

The period for installation and operationalisation of Radiation Portal Monitors and Container Scanner in the designated sea ports is extended upto 31.03.2021. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce UdyogBhawan, New Delhi Public Notice No. 36/2015-2020 Dated the 29 December, 2020 Subject: Amendment of Para 2.54 of the Handbook of Procedures, […]

Export of all varieties of Onions, made ‘Free’ with effect from 01.01.2021

December 28, 2020 789 Views 0 comment Print

The Export of all varieties of Onions, as described above, has been made ‘Free’ with effect from 01.01.2021 vide Notification No. 50/2015-2020. Accordingly, the Notification No. 39/2015-20 dated 09.10.2020 related to export of Bangalore Rose and Krishnapuram Onions also stands withdrawn with effect from 01.01.2021. MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department of Commerce) (DIRECTORATE GENERAL […]

DGFT notifies 18 Agencies as PSIAs

December 28, 2020 3048 Views 2 comments Print

18 Agencies are notified as PSIAs alongwith their approved equipments. Additional areas of operation in respect of Agency as at Sl. No. 19 is notified for a period upto 31st December, 2020 only. Government of India Ministry of Commerce & Industry Department of Commerce Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi Public Notice No. 35/2015-2020-DGFT Dated the 28th […]

Provisions for modifying PAN based IEC introduced

December 24, 2020 4026 Views 0 comment Print

In case of change in constitution of a PAN based IEC by way of merger, acquisition, liquidation, inheritance etc. such that PAN of the new entity so formed is different from the earlier one, an IEC can be availed against the new PAN, if not existing already. Previous IEC(s) can also be operationally linked to the PAN/IEC of the new entity.

DFGT amends HS codes in ITC (HS) 2017- Schedule-1 (Import Policy)

December 22, 2020 1059 Views 0 comment Print

Chapter 84 and 85 of ITC (HS) 2017- Schedule-1 Import Policy is amended to incorporate changes as made in the Finance Act, 2020 dated 27th March, 2020.

Amendment in Export Policy of Medical Goggles & Nitrile/NBR Gloves

December 22, 2020 942 Views 0 comment Print

The export policy of Medical Goggles and Nitrile/NBR Gloves is amended from ‘Restricted’ to ‘Free’ category making all types of Medical Goggles and Nitrile/ NBR Gloves freely exportable.

Coal Import now subjected to Coal Import Monitoring System

December 22, 2020 3636 Views 2 comments Print

he Coal Import Monitoring System (CIMS) shall require importers to submit advance information in an online system for import of items and obtain an automatic Registration Number by paying registration fee of Rs. 1 per thousand, subject to minimum of Rs. 500/- and maximum of Rs. 1 lakh, on CIF value.

DGFT amends import policy of Copra & Coconut Oil

December 21, 2020 3792 Views 0 comment Print

Import of Copra under HS Code 1203 00 00 is allowed through MMTC; while import of Coconut oil- under HS codes 1513 11 00 (Crude) and 1513 19 00 (Others) is allowed through STEs, except STC. MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department of Commerce) (DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE) New Delhi, the 21st December, 2020 […]

Amendment in appointing a new Statistics Officer under Collection of Statistics Act 2008

December 18, 2020 363 Views 0 comment Print

Government of India now appoints Ms. Pally Kundu, Deputy Director General, as Statistics Officer, as per details mentioned in Schedule II of the notification, to exercise all or any of the powers under the said Act.

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