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Analysis of Notifications and Circulars for Week Ending 31st May 2026

CA, CS, CMA : A comprehensive review of significant developments across Income Tax, GST, Customs, DGFT, SEBI, MCA, IBBI, and RBI. The update hig...

June 2, 2026 3219 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Grants Automatic EPCG Export Obligation Extension up to 31st August 2026

DGFT : DGFT has automatically extended the Export Obligation period up to 31 August 2026 for eligible EPCG and Advance Authorisation hold...

May 22, 2026 690 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Annual IEC Update: Repeated Compliance Burden on One Million Exporters

DGFT : The article argues that DGFT’s annual IEC updation forces exporters to repeatedly submit data already available with government ...

May 11, 2026 3240 Views 0 comment Print

Certificate of Origin: Why Indian Exporters Need It

DGFT : This guide explains COO regulations under India’s Foreign Trade Policy and DGFT procedures. Proper compliance ensures duty benef...

February 24, 2026 1311 Views 0 comment Print

Niryat Prothsahan Framework: Interest and Collateral Support Analysis

DGFT : The government introduces a 2.75% interest subvention on rupee export credit under a ₹25,060 crore mission. Benefits are capped ...

February 11, 2026 951 Views 0 comment Print


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DGFT Reforms to Speed Up Advance Authorisation

DGFT : Commerce Ministry reforms DGFT Norms Committees to improve disposal of Advance Authorisation applications and strengthen export fa...

April 19, 2026 1161 Views 0 comment Print

Commerce Ministry Launches Integrated Website & Mobile App for Seamless Trade Access

DGFT : The issue addressed was fragmented access to trade information. The initiative introduces a unified platform and mobile app to enh...

April 17, 2026 348 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Conducts Special Drive for Expeditious Disposal of EODCs

DGFT : The DGFT launched a focused campaign to expedite EODC issuance and clear pending export obligations. The initiative resulted in a ...

April 6, 2026 393 Views 0 comment Print

CAG Audit Uncovers Customs & DGFT Inefficiencies

CA, CS, CMA : A summary of the CAG's audit report on Customs and DGFT reveals deficiencies in infrastructure, manpower, and compliance, leading ...

August 15, 2025 1608 Views 0 comment Print

All about Retransmission of Shipping Bills to DGFT via ICEGATE

DGFT : Learn how to re-transmit Shipping Bills to DGFT using ICEGATE Portal, track status, and resolve common issues. Step-by-step guide ...

April 29, 2025 3903 Views 1 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


Bombay HC Directs Joint Meeting between customs & DGFT authorities to Resolve Exporters’ Issues

DGFT : Bombay High Court resolves Tru-Sprag Freewheels Pvt Ltd vs. Union of India case, directing customs and DGFT to rectify exporters' ...

June 25, 2023 840 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT: Why idiocy remains the hallmark functionally

DGFT : Uncover the challenges exporters face with DGFT in the facilitation process. Explore a case study from Vadodara RA, shedding light...

January 26, 2023 4206 Views 7 comments Print

SC Sustains Imposition of Restrictions on Import of Peas & Pulses

DGFT : Union of India Vs Agricas LLP and Others etc. (Supreme Court) In the instant case, the Writ Petition is filed by challenging the i...

September 14, 2020 1437 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT cannot Restriction Advance Authorisation through Public Notice

DGFT : The issue under consideration is whether the Public notice issued by DGFT for restricting the issuance of Advance Authorisation is...

February 11, 2020 3021 Views 0 comment Print

Review Petition admitted as assessments u/s. 158BC & 158BD were completed by same officer

Income Tax : If the claim of the Revenue that both the assessments were completed by the same officer one under s. 158BC and the other under s....

April 13, 2013 832 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


DGFT Authorises PDCCI to Issue Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin

DGFT : DGFT has authorized the Porbandar District Chamber of Commerce & Industries to issue Non-Preferential Certificates of Origin. The ...

June 4, 2026 231 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT amends HBP as India-Oman CEPA added to Certificate of Origin Framework

DGFT : DGFT has included the India-Oman CEPA in Para 2.88(a) of the Handbook of Procedures. The amendment enables exporters to obtain Cer...

June 4, 2026 582 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Seeks Stakeholder Feedback on Export Policy Changes After Finance Act 2026 Amendments

DGFT : DGFT has invited comments on proposed amendments to Schedule-II of ITC (HS) 2022 to align export policy provisions with changes in...

June 4, 2026 183 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Expands QCO Exemption for SEZ Imports to All Authorized Operational Goods

DGFT : DGFT has widened QCO/BIS exemptions for SEZ Units and Developers by allowing imports of all permissible goods required for authori...

June 4, 2026 729 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Tightens Silver Imports as Valid Import Authorisation Is Now Mandatory

DGFT : DGFT has amended import conditions for specified silver products by requiring a valid Import Authorisation for eligible imports. T...

June 4, 2026 642 Views 0 comment Print


DGFT Modifies Policy on Meat and Meet products export: What should Exporters know?

October 16, 2025 1440 Views 0 comment Print

The DGFT has mandated that meat exporters must contribute to the Meat Export Development Fund (MEDF) for all shipments starting Oct 29, 2025. Compliance is required to avoid penalties.

DGFT Renumbers Procedures for Diamond Imprest Scheme

October 15, 2025 510 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Public Notice renumbers procedures for Diamond Imprest Authorisation (DIA) scheme, mandating 10% value addition, specific diamond export size, and 18-month obligation.

DGFT Amends Import Policy ITC (HS) 2022 to Sync with Finance Act 2025

October 15, 2025 1509 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Notification 44/2025-26, dated Oct 15, 2025, amends the ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule-I (Import Policy) to align it with the Finance Act 2025. This involves updates to ITC (HS) Codes, policy conditions, and related notes, effective immediately.

DGFT Amends Areca Nut Import Policy with Minimum Price

October 15, 2025 1617 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT prohibits the import of raw and roasted Areca Nuts with a CIF value below Rs. 351/- per kg, except for imports by EOUs, SEZs, and under the Advance Authorization Scheme.

DGFT Amends Import Policy for Pesticides, Chemicals

October 15, 2025 1923 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT revises import conditions for pesticides and chemicals under Chapters 29 and 38 of ITC (HS), 2022, requiring CIB&RC permits and registration.

DGFT Amends Export Policy for Meat Products

October 14, 2025 1218 Views 0 comment Print

From Oct 29, 2025, exports of chilled and frozen meat allowed only after proof of remittance to Meat Export Development Fund (MEDF), operated by APEDA.

DGFT Amends SION C888 for Stainless Steel Washers

October 10, 2025 540 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT issued a Corrigendum on October 10, 2025, removing Circular from the SION C888 export description for stainless steel washers, effective immediately.

DGFT Restricts Sulfadiazine API Imports Below Rs. 1,774/kg

October 10, 2025 978 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT amends import policy: Sulfadiazine API imports with CIF value less than Rs. 1,774/kg are Restricted until Sep 30, 2026. Exemption for Advance Authorization, EOU, and SEZ units is provided.

DGFT Amends Import Policy: Mandatory REEIMS for Solar/Wind

October 10, 2025 4050 Views 0 comment Print

India mandates REEIMS registration for imports of specific components (Ch 70, 73, 84, 85) used in solar and wind energy projects, effective November 1, 2025.

DGFT Notifies New SION C-2049 for Mobile Phone Exports

October 10, 2025 828 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT introduces new SION C-2049 for Mobile Phone exports, detailing ‘Net-to-Net’ input norms for over 70 components. This standard allows RAs to issue Advance Authorization directly.

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