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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


Inclusion of Commission in FOB Value for DEPB

December 10, 1998 5707 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT allows inclusion of foreign buyer commissions in FOB value for calculating DEPB entitlement, ensuring consistent treatment with drawback entitlements.

Notification No. 34 (RE-98)1997-2002, Dated: 10.12.1998

December 10, 1998 616 Views 0 comment Print

In exercise of powers conferred under section 5 of the of Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 read with paragraph 1.3 and 4.1 of the Export and Import Policy, 1997-2002, the Central Government hereby makes the following amendment in the Policy, 1997-2002 (incorporating amendment made upto 13.4.98) and ITC(HS) Classification of Export and Import) item , 1997-2002 published on 31st March, 1997 and as amended from time to time, namely.

Amendment in Para 5.3 (a)(i) of H.B.Vol. I, 1997-2002

December 10, 1998 505 Views 0 comment Print

Public Notice No. 57 (RE-98)/97-02 revises rules on metallic waste and scrap imports, excluding hazardous materials from specific restrictions.

olicy issues relating to EPCG Scheme-issue of clarification

December 1, 1998 514 Views 0 comment Print

The Policy amendment announced vide Notification No. 17 dated 1.9.1998 regarding calculation of average export obligation under EPCG Scheme by excluding the exports effected towards fulfilment of export obligation against any EPCG licence shall be applicable in respect of any EPCG licence redeemed / to be redeemed on or after 1.9.1998.

Notification No. 33 (RE-98) 1997-2002, Dated: 26.11.1998

November 26, 1998 487 Views 0 comment Print

Such Export House/Trading House/ Star Trading House/ Super Star Trading House shall be entitled to such benefits as specified in Chapter 12 of the Handbook of Procedures (Vol.1). However, the entitlement of SIL under Chapter 12 shall be calculated on the basis of payments received in free foreign exchange instead of FOB value of exports.

Notification No. 33 (RE-98) 1997-2002 Dated: 26/11/1998

November 26, 1998 610 Views 0 comment Print

TO BE PUBLISHED IN THE GAZETTE OF INDIA EXTRAORDINARY PART-II, SECTION-3, SUB SECTION (ii) GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF COMMERCE NOTIFICATION NO. 33 (RE-98) 1997-2002 NEW DELHI: 26.11.1998 In exercise of powers conferred by section 5 of the Foreign Trade (Development and Regulation) Act, 1992 (No. 22 of 1992) read with paragraph 1.3 of the […]

Policy Circular No. 52 (RE-98)/98-99, Dated: 18.11.1998

November 18, 1998 505 Views 0 comment Print

The matter has been examined and it has been decided to finalise the cases for grant of credit under Passbook Scheme by 31.12.98. The Designated Authority and the Commissioner of Customs are once again advised to finalise all admissible cases positively by 31.12.98.

Classification of Handbags and silk garments under DEPB

November 17, 1998 391 Views 0 comment Print

Representations have been received that some of the licensing and Customs authorities are not covering handbags under madeups.The issue has been examined and it is clarified that handbags shall be covered under “Madeups” and they may be classified in relevant serial number of the DEPB rate list for product group “Textile” depending upon the material of which they are made.

Notification No. 32 (RE-98)1997-02, Dated: 13.11.1998

November 13, 1998 487 Views 0 comment Print

Notification No. 32 (RE-98) restricts the import of various plastic waste and scrap items in India, including polyethylene, polystyrene, and more.

Amendment in Para 5.3(b) of H.B. Vol. I, 1997-2002

November 13, 1998 400 Views 0 comment Print

Public Notice No. 56 (RE-98) deletes “plastic wastes/scrap” from Para 5.3(b) in the Handbook of Procedures, 1997-2002.

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