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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 825 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 669 Views 0 comment Print

eBRC Generation on DGFT Portal: Complete Compliance Guide

DGFT : eBRC Generation on DGFT Portal – Detailed Process, Advisory References, Service Exports Clarification & Professional Guide R...

February 1, 2026 2712 Views 0 comment Print

Wheat Flour Export Authorisation: Eligibility & Application Process (HS 1101)

DGFT : The notification sets out eligibility, documentation, and quota procedures for wheat flour exports. The key takeaway is that expor...

January 20, 2026 1038 Views 0 comment Print

Analysis of Notifications and Circulars for Week ending 9th November 2025

CA, CS, CMA : Stay informed with this week’s crucial notifications and court rulings affecting Income Tax, GST, Customs, DGFT, SEBI, MCA, IBBI...

November 25, 2025 4053 Views 1 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 900 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 144 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 207 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 1464 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 3567 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 768 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 4146 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 1398 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 2919 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 796 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Notifications


DGFT Sets New Rules for Wheat Export Allocation and Application Process

DGFT : The government has introduced clear procedures for applying and allocating wheat export quotas. Strict eligibility, timelines, and...

May 1, 2026 117 Views 0 comment Print

RoDTEP Schedule Amended Due to Alignment with Customs Tariff Changes Under Finance Act 2026

DGFT : DGFT revised the RoDTEP schedule to reflect amendments in the Customs Tariff Act. The update ensures consistency between export in...

May 1, 2026 159 Views 0 comment Print

MIP Extension Notified Due to Continuation of Existing Import Policy Safeguards

DGFT : The government extended the Minimum Import Price on specified paper board imports to maintain existing policy conditions. The noti...

May 1, 2026 63 Views 0 comment Print

Wheat Export Still Prohibited But Allowed Due to 25 LMT Relaxation Quota: DGFT

DGFT : The notification retains the prohibition on wheat exports but allows a limited relaxation of 25 LMT. The ruling clarifies that exp...

April 29, 2026 117 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Launches Online Module Due to Issues in Manual EPCG Scrip Utilization

DGFT : The trade notice introduces an electronic system to resolve difficulties faced in using manually issued EPCG scrips. It enables se...

April 21, 2026 213 Views 0 comment Print


Notification No. 42 (RE-2013)/2009-2014, Dated: 25.09.2012

September 25, 2013 370 Views 0 comment Print

In pursuance of Rule 3(1) of Safeguard Measures (Quantitative Restrictions) Rules, 2012, the Central Government, hereby designates Shri Jaikant Singh, Additional Director General of Foreign Trade as Authorised Officer for the purpose of the said Rule.

No FMS incentive on Export of Cotton/ Cotton Yarn & items subject to MEP / MED

September 25, 2013 1081 Views 0 comment Print

Notification No: 43/2013 – Income Tax The following categories are added after serial no (x) in the list appended in paragraph 3.14.3 of Foreign Trade Policy bearing the Heading Ineligible Exports Categories / Sectors for FMS:

Public Notice No. 27 (RE-2013)/2009-2014, Dated: 24.09.2013

September 24, 2013 352 Views 0 comment Print

A typological error has been corrected in Sl. No. 22 of Para 2(iii) of Public Notice No. 30(RE-2012)/2009-2014 dated 16.11.2012 which is to be read as “Three Wheelers/Cars below 1000 CC”, in place of “Three Wheelers/Cars below 100 CC.

Removal of Geo-Chem Far East Pte Ltd., from the list of Inspection and Certification Agencies (Appendix 5)

September 20, 2013 687 Views 0 comment Print

In exercise of powers conferred under paragraph 2.4 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2009-2014, the Director General of Foreign Trade hereby makes the following amendment in Appendix-5 (List of Inspection and Certification Agencies) of Handbook of Procedures Vol. I (Appendices and Aayaat Niryaat Forms) 2009-2014.

Allocation of quantity of Rough Marble and Travertine Blocks for import for FY 2013-14

September 19, 2013 330 Views 0 comment Print

Issue of import authorisation by RAs of DGFT would commence from 20th September 2013 & end on 25th September 2013. In case any applicant/firm is found to have submitted false or erroneous information or have made any mis-declaration / misrepresentation, such applicant / firm, (a) shall forfeit the allocation made in this Trade Notice, (b) shall be debarred from allocation of Rough Marble and Travertine Blocks in future and (c) shall be liable for penal action under the provisions of Foreign Trade (D&R) Act, 1992, as amended.

Export Policy of Onions Govt increases MEP to US$ 900 per Metric Ton

September 19, 2013 457 Views 0 comment Print

Export of all varieties of onions as described above will be subject to a Minimum Export Price (MEP) of USD 900 per MT.

Import / Export under IEC code of others is violation of FTP

September 16, 2013 8196 Views 0 comment Print

It has been brought to the notice of this Directorate that some importers/exporters are effecting imports/exports by using IECs issued to others which is a complete violation of provisions of Foreign Trade Policy.

Exporters/ Importers can import/get their 20% gold consignment (under customs bond) released without waiting for realization

September 6, 2013 289 Views 0 comment Print

The exporters/importers can import/get their 20% gold consignment (under customs bond) released without waiting for the realization, if the other two requirements of para 4A.8(a) are satisfied.

Import of gold under AA/ DFIA would not necessarily be followed by export

September 6, 2013 751 Views 0 comment Print

Chapter 71 of ITC(HS) 2012 Schedule 1 stipulates that import of gold is ‘subject to RBI regulations’. The Reserve Bank of India has issued certain guidelines including A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No.25 dated August 14, 2013 on the operational aspect of the scheme of import of gold. Para 2(f) of the circular No.25 states.

Export of finished leather, Wet Blue and EI Tanned leather may also take place through Air ports

September 5, 2013 777 Views 0 comment Print

Now, in addition to sea ports/ICDs indicated in para 2 above, export of finished leather, Wet Blue and EI Tanned Leather would also be permitted through Air Ports. Customs may draw samples, wherever so required, for certification by CLRI or such other labs as notified from time to time, as per finished leather norms.

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