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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


Revision of General Notes under Schedule 1 (Import Policy) ITC (HS), 2022

July 10, 2023 3351 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT issued Notification No. 18/2023 DGFT, dated 10th July 2023, regarding revision of General Notes for Import Policy which includes amendments related to Food Import Entry Points and provides updated details in accordance with FSSAI Notifications.

Quota allocation procedure for Broken Rice Export: DGFT Trade Notice No. 13/2023

July 3, 2023 948 Views 0 comment Print

Learn about revised procedure for allocation of quota for export of broken rice on humanitarian and food security grounds. Find out extended application submission deadline for export licenses to Senegal, Gambia, and Indonesia. Non-compliance consequences and relevant provisions are also highlighted in this DGFT trade notice.

Import Policy Relaxed for Areca Nut Imports from Bhutan via LCS Chamurchi

July 3, 2023 2769 Views 0 comment Print

Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued a notification amending the import policy for Areca nuts under ITC(HS) code 08028010. The revised policy allows the import of 17,000 Metric Tonnes of Fresh(green) Areca nuts without a Minimum Import Price (MIP) condition from Bhutan through LCS Chamurchi (INCHMB). Stay updated with the latest import policy changes.

Import of Potatoes from Bhutan Allowed without License until June 2024

July 3, 2023 690 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT issued a notification amending import policy for Potatoes under ITC(HS) code 07019000. The revised policy allows import of Potatoes from Bhutan without any license until June 2024. Stay updated with latest import policy changes.

DGFT Amends Quota Allocation Procedure for Export of Broken Rice: Key Changes

June 30, 2023 1107 Views 0 comment Print

Stay updated with the DGFT’s recent changes in the procedure for the allocation of quota for export of broken rice based on humanitarian and food security grounds.

Amnesty Scheme for Export Obligation Settlement – Due date extended

June 30, 2023 2226 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT issued a public notice No: 20/2023 regarding amnesty scheme for one-time settlement of default in export obligations. This notice amends the previous amnesty scheme and extends the deadline for application and payment.

Amendment in Import Policy for Cigarette Lighters – DGFT Notification

June 29, 2023 2595 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has issued a notification amending the import policy for cigarette lighters. The notification prohibits the import of gas-fueled pocket lighters, both non-refillable and refillable, under certain HS codes. However, import is allowed if the CIF value per lighter is Rs. 20/- or above. This article provides an introduction to the notification, analysis of the revised import policy, and concludes with the impact of the amendment.

DGFT Simplifies Policy for Export of Drones/UAVs from India for Civilian Use

June 26, 2023 1953 Views 0 comment Print

DGFT has liberalized and simplified the policy for exporting drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from India for civilian end uses. This decision aligns with the Foreign Trade Policy 2023 and aims to promote the export of high-tech items like drones. Learn more about the policy changes and their implications.

Bombay HC Directs Joint Meeting between customs & DGFT authorities to Resolve Exporters’ Issues

June 25, 2023 840 Views 0 comment Print

Bombay High Court resolves Tru-Sprag Freewheels Pvt Ltd vs. Union of India case, directing customs and DGFT to rectify exporters’ procedural errors, ensuring EPCG Scheme benefits. The court’s intervention leads to systemic improvements and the petitioner’s issue resolution.

Analysis of Circular on Pre-Import Condition in light of Cosmos Films Supreme Court decision

June 24, 2023 6885 Views 0 comment Print

Explore the implications of the Supreme Court’s judgment in the Cosmos Films case on the pre-import condition and its impact on exporters benefiting from the Advance Authorization scheme. The article analyzes Circular No.16/2023-Cus issued by the CBIC, aiming to provide clarity on recrediting/refunding taxes due to the judgment. Delve into the background of the Foreign Trade Policy amendments, the Gujarat High Court’s intervention, and the subsequent Supreme Court ruling.

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