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Custom :  The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) has issued Notification, making an important amendment to Notification No. 64/2023-Customs which was for the concessional duty on yellow peas. Key Amendment: Original Notification Previous Validity Revised Validity Notification No. 64/2023-Customs (December 7, 2023) Until February 28, 2025 Extended to May 31, 2025 Effect of the …

Custom : The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) has issued Notification, making an important amendment to Notification No. 64/2023-Customs which was for the concessional duty on yellow peas. (11.03.2025) Read More »

Custom: The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) has issued Notification, introducing amendments to various customs notifications, effective from March 8, 2025. Key Amendments: Notification No. Amendment 50/2017-Customs (June 30, 2017) Duty rate under S. No. 21D changed to 5%. 11/2018-Customs (Feb 2, 2018) Lentils (Mosur) under HS Code 0713 40 00 added as S. …

Custom : The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) has issued Notification, introducing amendments to various customs notifications, effective from March 8, 2025. (11.03.2025) Read More »

DGFT The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has amended the Import Policy and Policy Conditions for Platinum under HS Code 7110 of Chapter 71 in ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule-I (Import Policy). The import of Platinum under the specified HS codes (71101110, 71101120, and 71101900) has been revised from “Free” to “Restricted”. However, Platinum Alloy with …

DGFT :The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has amended the Import Policy and Policy Conditions for Platinum under HS Code 7110 of Chapter 71 in ITC (HS) 2022, Schedule-I (Import Policy). (05.03.2025) Read More »

GSTN Advisory: Biometric Authentication Enhancement for GST Registration : Effective from March 3, 2025, GSTN has introduced an enhanced biometric authentication facility for certain Promoters/Directors, allowing them to complete the process at any GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) within their Home State instead of only at the jurisdictional GSK. Key Highlights: Who is Eligible? Promoters/Directors of …

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RBI: The RBI has reviewed risk weights on microfinance loans. Microfinance loans classified as consumer credit will attract a 100% risk weight instead of the 125% applied to other consumer credit. All microfinance loans extended by RRBs and LABs shall attract a risk weight of 100 %. The above instructions shall be applicable from the …

RBI : The RBI has reviewed risk weights on microfinance loans. Microfinance loans classified as consumer credit will attract a 100% risk weight instead of the 125% applied to other consumer credit. All microfinance loans extended by RRBs and LABs shall attract a risk weight of 100 %. The above instructions shall be applicable from the 25.02.2025, in respect of outstanding as well as new microfinance loans. (27.02.2025) Read More »

RBI: RBI has decided to restore risk weights on Scheduled Commercial Banks’ (SCBs) exposures to NBFCs based on external ratings, reversing the 25-percentage point increase imposed in November 2023 for risk weights below 100%. The revised framework aligns with Paragraph 5.8.1 of the Basel III Capital Regulations Master Circular. The above instructions shall come into …

RBI : RBI has decided to restore risk weights on Scheduled Commercial Banks’ (SCBs) exposures to NBFCs based on external ratings, reversing the 25-percentage point increase imposed in November 2023 for risk weights below 100%. The revised framework aligns with Paragraph 5.8.1 of the Basel III Capital Regulations Master Circular. The above instructions shall come into effect from April 01, 2025, while all other regulatory instructions remain unchanged. (27.02.2025) Read More »

RBI Updates: RBI has revised prudential norms for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs), raising small loan limits to Rs. 25Lac or 0.4% of Tier I capital, whichever is higher and subject to a max of 3 Cr. per borrower. Further, Housing loans exposure limits stands revised, with individual caps of Rs. 60L – Rs. 3Cr based …

RBI : RBI has revised prudential norms for Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs), raising small loan limits to Rs. 25Lac or 0.4% of Tier I capital, whichever is higher and subject to a max of 3 Cr. per borrower. Further, Housing loans exposure limits stands revised, with individual caps of Rs. 60L – Rs. 3Cr based on UCB tier. Aggregate exposure to residential mortgages (non-priority) is capped at 25% and real estate at 5% of total advances. The changes are applicable with immediate effect. (27.02.2025) Read More »

Income Tax : The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has revised Rule 12CA and Rule 12CC, altering the due date for submitting Form 64A and Form 64E by business trusts and securitisation trusts. The deadline has been changed from November 30 of the financial year following the previous year in which the income was …

Income Tax : The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has revised Rule 12CA and Rule 12CC, altering the due date for submitting Form 64A and Form 64E by business trusts and securitisation trusts. The deadline has been changed from November 30 of the financial year following the previous year in which the income was distributed to June 15 of the financial year following the previous year in which the income was distributed. (27.02.2025) Read More »

Customs: The Customs (On -Arrival Movement for Storage and Clearance at Authorised Importer Premises) Regulations, 2025 which are applicable for the AEO T2 and T3 holder importers. [Custom Notification No. 11/2025-Customs (NT) dated 17.02.2025]

Customs: The customs has issued a notification for fixation of revised Tariff Values of Edible Oils, Brass Scrap, Areca Nut, Gold and Silver. [Custom Notification No. 10/2025-Customs (NT) dated 14.02.2025]

Customs: Changes in the Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) Chapter Heading Description Earlier Rate Revised Rate 2204, 2205, 2206, 2008 (other than 2208 30 11 and 2208 30 91) All goods (other than bourbon whiskey) 100% 100% 2208 30 11, 2208 30 91 Bourbon whiskey 100% 50% This notification reflects a reduction in the …

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GST Updates CBIC issued clarifications regarding GST rates & classification (goods) based on the recommendations of the GST Council A. Classification and GST Applicability on Pepper (Genus Piper) HS Code 0904 (Green, White, or Black Pepper) attracts 5% GST. Exemption: Dried pepper supplied directly by an agriculturist from their plantation is GST-exempt, and the agriculturist …

GST : CBIC issued clarifications regarding GST rates & classification (goods) based on the recommendations of the GST Council. (20.02.2025) Read More »

Advisory for Biometric-Based Aadhaar Authentication and Document Verification for GST Registration Applicants of Jharkhand and Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This update includes new procedures for biometric authentication and document verification during the GST registration process [GST Advisory dated on 18.02.2025]

GST: Advisory on Form ENR-03 for Unregistered Dealers in the E-Way Bill Portal Effective from February 11, 2025, unregistered dealers can now enroll in the E-Way Bill (EWB) portal using Form ENR-03, as per Notification No. 12/2024 (July 10, 2024). This allows them to generate e-Way Bills by obtaining a 15-character Enrolment ID, which serves …

GST : Advisory on Form ENR-03 for Unregistered Dealers in the E-Way Bill Portal. (18.02.2025) Read More »

GST: GST Registration Process as per Rule 8 of CGST Rules, 2017, applicants must follow these steps: Non-Aadhaar Authentication Applicants Must visit a GST Suvidha Kendra (GSK) for photo capturing and document verification. Receive an email with GSK details and schedule an appointment. Aadhaar Authentication with Biometric Requirement Promoters/Partners and the Primary Authorized Signatory (PAS) …

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