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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


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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


Notification No. 23(RE-2000) 1997-2002, Dated: 14.07.2000

July 14, 2000 454 Views 0 comment Print

Notification allows import of unused postage stamps for participants of Indepex Asiana 2000, with required permission from the Department of Post.

Policy Circular No. 16 (RE-00)/2000-2001, Dated: 13.07.2000

July 13, 2000 319 Views 0 comment Print

Some representations have been received from exporters wherein they have claimed that the Customs are interpreting the value caps as imposed on Bulk Drugs, to be applicable on the chemical formulations consisting of such bulk drugs. In this connection it is clarified that the value caps, as imposed on bulk drugs, shall not be applicable to chemical formulations consisting of such bulk drugs.

Modification/Issuance of IEC Certificate

July 7, 2000 379 Views 0 comment Print

Attention is invited to paragraph 4.7 of Handbook (Vol. I), incorporating amendments made up to 31st March, 2000 read with Paragraph 15.4 Ibid which lays down the procedure for issue of fresh/modified IEC in favour of Exporters/Importers. Attention is also invited to Public Notice No.39, 43, 49, 55, 8, 17 dated respectively 16.11.99, 15.12.99, 27.1.2000, 16.3.2000, 28.4.2000, 30.6.2000 according to which all IEC holders were required to modify/update the IEC along with PAN issued in their favour by 30th June, 2000 only on the basis of Appendices 1A, 2A and copy of PAN without any other documents like photograph fee etc. The last date has since expired. It is hereby clarified that modification/issuance of IEC is on going process and will continue even after 30.6.2000.

Public Notice No. 20 (RE-2000)/1997-2002, Dated: 06.07.2000

July 6, 2000 445 Views 0 comment Print

Public Notice No. 20 (RE-2000) revises export conditions for bone and horn products to the EU, requiring certifications from CAPEXIL and health approvals.

Notification No. 22(RE-2000) 1997-2000, Dated: 03.06.2000

July 3, 2000 502 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT Notification No. 22(RE-2000) extends the export deadline for onions (excluding certain varieties) to July 31, 2000.

Public Notice No. 19 (RE-2001)/1997-2002, Dated: 03.07.2000

July 3, 2000 712 Views 0 comment Print

Public Notice No. 19 (RE-2001)/1997-2002 announces amendments to input-output norms for chemicals, engineering products, and miscellaneous products.

Policy Circular No.14 (RE-99)/97-2002, Dated: 30.06.2000

June 30, 2000 496 Views 0 comment Print

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF COMMERCE DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF FOREIGN TRADE UDYOG BHAWAN, NEW DELHI  Policy Circular No.14 (RE-99)/97-2002  Dated : 30.06.2000 To, (1) ALL LICENSING AUTHORITIES. (By Name) (2) ALL CUSTOMS AUTHORITIES. (3) ALL EPCs/COMMODITY BOARDS. (4) ALL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRIES/ASSOCIATIONS. Subject:-Classification of various Products under ITC(HS) Classifications of Exports & Imports […]

Public Notice No. 18 (RE-2000)/1997-2002, Dated: 30.06.2000

June 30, 2000 418 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT amends Public Notice No. 18 (RE-2000) regarding imports by charitable and religious institutions, effective 30th June 2000.

Public Notice No.17 (RE-2000)/1997-2002, Dated: 30.06.2000

June 30, 2000 844 Views 0 comment Print

Attention is invited to the provisions contained in paragraph 4.6 of the Handbook (Vol.1) which lays down inter-alia the categories of importers/exporters exempted from obtaining Importers-Exporters code (IEC) number. From 1st July, 2000, all importers/exporters shall be required to have a validated IEC number failing which no consignment shall be allowed by Customs.

Public Notice No. 16 (RE-00)/1997-2002, Dated: 30.06.2000

June 30, 2000 427 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT issues amendment for DEPB scheme re-export, updates in Chapter 10, product descriptions, and new agencies for certificate issuance.

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