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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 issues guidance on 2G Ethanol export rules

September 24, 2025 1626 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT clarifies export process for 2G Ethanol under HS Code 22072000, requiring authorization, BIS compliance, and certification from accredited agencies.

India Permits Export of Second Generation (2G) Ethanol with Conditions

September 24, 2025 969 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT allows the export of 2G ethanol produced from non-food cellulosic materials like agricultural residue and wood biomass, subject to valid export authorization and feedstock certification. This ensures low CO2 emissions and prevents competition with food crops.

DGFT Revises SCOMET List in Line with Global Export Control Regimes

September 23, 2025 3120 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT updates SCOMET List in ITC(HS) 2022 under Export Policy. The revised list will take effect 30 days from 23 Sept 2025, aligning with global regimes.

Spices Ineligible for Duty-Free Import Authorisation

September 22, 2025 702 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT clarifies that all spices are ineligible for import under the DFIA scheme due to their classification under Appendix 4J, which requires pre-import conditions.

Import of ATS-8 Restricted Below US$111/kg Till 30 Sept 2026

September 18, 2025 1284 Views 0 comment Print

Notification 30/2025-26 amends India’s import policy. ATS-8 imports valued under US$111/kg are restricted until Sep 30, 2026. Exemptions apply for EOUs and SEZ units.

Export Policy for Animal By-Products Amended in line with EU Regulations

September 8, 2025 1311 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT notification amends export policy for animal by-products used in pet food, requiring veterinary inspection and certification in line with EU regulations.

DGFT Allows Amendments to Unused Import Permits

September 3, 2025 1479 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Public Notice amends the Handbook of Procedures, 2023, allowing for corrections to unutilized and untransferred Duty-Free Import Authorizations (DFIAs) for ease of business.

DGFT Notifies New SION for Aspirin Tablet Exports

September 3, 2025 600 Views 0 comment Print

India’s DGFT has notified a new Standard Input Output Norm (SION) for Acetyl Salicylic acid tablets, streamlining the process for issuing Advance Authorisations.

DGFT Clarifies Import Rules for Virgin Multi-layer Paper Board

September 3, 2025 936 Views 0 comment Print

The DGFT clarifies that the Minimum Import Price (MIP) for Virgin Multi-layer Paper Board does not apply to EOUs, SEZ units, and imports under Advance Authorization schemes.

Non-Basmati Rice Export Now Requires APEDA Registration

September 2, 2025 1272 Views 0 comment Print

The DGFT’s Notification No. 33 /2025-26 amends the Non-Basmati Rice export policy. While still ‘Free,’ all shipments under Chapter 10 ITC (HS) codes now require mandatory contract registration with the APEDA, effective immediately.

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