Central Excise: The Government has (i) exempted Biogas value and GST from blended CNG excise base and (ii) deferred the ₹2/litre additional duty on unblended diesel until March 31, 2028, effective February 2, 2026.(02.02.2026)

Central Excise:

The Government has

(i) exempted Biogas value and GST from blended CNG excise base and

(ii) deferred the ₹2/litre additional duty on unblended diesel until March 31, 2028, effective February 2, 2026.

[Notification No. 02/2026-Central Excise Dated 01.02.2026]