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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 1314 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 1167 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 357 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 186 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


Amendment in Paragraph 2.31 of FTP, 2009-14 to allow export of samples as part of passenger baggage

May 3, 2011 1125 Views 0 comment Print

In exercise of powers conferred by Section 5 read with Section 3(2) of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 (No.22 of 1992) as amended in 2010, and also read with Para 1.3 and Para 2.1 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2009-2014, (as amended from time to time), the Central Government hereby makes the following amendment in the Foreign Trade Policy, 2009-2014.

Permission to export 2,50,000 MTs of wheat, in the year 2011-12, to Afghanistan, upto 31.03.2012

May 2, 2011 706 Views 0 comment Print

Notification No. 44 (RE-2010)/2009-2014 – Central Government hereby makes, with immediate effect, the following amendment in Notification No. 27(RE-2010)/2009-2014 dated 28.02.2011 read with Notification No. 33(RE-2007)/2004-2009, dated 08.10.2007 . In notification number 33(RE 2007) 2004-09 dated 8.10.2007, a new sub para was added on 28.2.2011 by notification number 27 (RE-2010)/2009-2014. The contents of this sub para 2.11 is now substituted to read as under: 2.11 The prohibition imposed by Notification No. 33(RE-2007)/2004-2009, dated 08.10.2007 on export of wheat shall not be applicable to export of 2,50,000 MT of wheat to Afghanistan through Food Corporation of India.

Imports of goods under Chapter 84 of ITC (HS) and the requirement of compliance to Chapter 87 Import Licensing Notes

April 27, 2011 2275 Views 0 comment Print

That are in the nature of machine and equipments and are covered under Chapter 84 of ITC(HS), cannot be classified under Chapter 87 of ITC(HS). Therefore, Import Licensing Note No. 1 and 2 of Chapter 87 of ITC(HS) are not applicable to goods covered under Chapter 84 of ITC(HS).

Prohibition on export of wheat Products– Exemption for export of wheat flour to Maldives for the year 2011-12

April 20, 2011 781 Views 0 comment Print

In Notification No. 33(RE-2007)/2004-2009, dated 08.10.2007, sub para 2.11 was added on 28.02.2011 vide Notification No. 27(RE-2010)/2009-14. Now another sub-para 2.12 is added as under: “2.12 The prohibition imposed by Notification No. 33(RE-2007)/2004-2009, dated 08.10.2007 on export of wheat products shall not be applicable to export of 32,094.70 MT of wheat flour to Maldives through M/s. MMTC Ltd.”

Conditions and modalities for registration of contracts of Assam Comilla Cotton with DGFT

April 19, 2011 1141 Views 0 comment Print

Policy Circular No. 29(RE-2010)/2009-14 – All applications for grant of registration certificate shall be submitted to the RA, Guwahati alongwith the following documents: (i) Copy of Export Contract alongwith, (a) A copy of irrevocable Letter of Credit(LC) duly authenticated by an Indian Bank, or (b) FIRC from Bank showing receipt of remittance from the concerned foreign buyer as proof of having received 100% Advance Payment or a minimum of 25% Advance Payment and balance Cash Against Delivery(CAD),

Clarification about requirement of Declaration of Intent for EOU shipping bills for claiming Chapter 3 scheme benefits

April 15, 2011 852 Views 0 comment Print

EOUs are eligible for Chapter 3 benefits without “Declaration of Intent” on shipping bills for the period 1.4.2008 till 31.12.2010. EOU shipping bills are not treated as “free shipping bills”. Hence, DGFT clarification dated 4.3.2010 is withdrawn.

Conditions and modalities for registration of contracts of cotton yarn with DGFT

April 1, 2011 805 Views 0 comment Print

Policy Circular No. 27 (RE-2010)/2009-14 – All applications for grant of registration certificate shall be submitted to the concerned RAs alongwith the following documents: (i) Copy of Export Contract alongwith, (a) A copy of irrevocable Letter of Credit(LC) duly authenticated by an Indian Bank, or (b) FIRC from Bank showing receipt of remittance from the concerned foreign buyer as proof of having received 100% Advance Payment or a minimum of 25% Advance Payment and balance Cash Against Delivery(CAD),

Notification No. 42 (RE-2010)/2009-2014, Dated: 31.03.2011

March 31, 2011 5713 Views 0 comment Print

NOTIFICATION No. 42 (RE-2010)/2009-2014- This notification is being issued to amend Para 2.1.3 of the Foreign Trade Policy in order to harmonise provisions of the Policy with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution 1929 by which additional sanctions have been imposed on Iran related to its nuclear and missile development programme.

Notification No. 41 (RE-2010)/2009-2014, Dated: 31.03.2011

March 31, 2011 5833 Views 0 comment Print

Minimum Export Price (MEP) of onions other than Bangalore Rose Onions and Krishnapuram onions will be US$ 170 per Metric Ton F.O.B. It was US$ 225 per Metric Ton as notified on 23.03.2011. There shall be no change in the MEP of Bangalore Rose Onion and Krishnapuram onion which continues to be USD 600 per Metric Ton F.O.B.

Removal of restriction on export of cotton yarn

March 31, 2011 837 Views 0 comment Print

In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development & Regulation) Act, 1992 (No.22 of 1992) read with Para 2.1 of the Foreign Trade Policy, 2009-14, the Central Government amends Notification No. 14(RE-2010) dated 22.12.2010 relating to export of Cotton Yarn with effect from 01.04.2011.

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