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Customs: Customs duty on specified precious metals and related goods under Chapter 71 has been increased from 5% to 10% effective 13.05.2026. Further, 10% duty has been imposed on spent catalyst or ash containing precious metals till 31.03.2027. (Notification No. 15/2026-Customs dated 12.05.26)

DGFT: Handbook of Procedures provisions have been amended to include India–UK CETA under the list of FTAs and to permit exporters to obtain Certificates of Origin through self-declaration, in addition to issuance through authorised agencies. (Public Notice No. 09/2026-27 dated 11.05.26)

DGFT: A list of authorised agencies has been notified for issuance of Preferential Certificates of Origin under the India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), covering all products and specified sector-specific exports. (Public Notice No. 10/2026-27 dated 11.05.26)

DGFT: Fourteen new Pre-Shipment Inspection Agencies have been enlisted under Appendix-2G with immediate effect, while two existing agencies have been permitted to add additional inspection instruments for issuance of PSICs through the DGFT portal. (Public Notice No. 08 / 2026-27 dated 08.05.2026)

Customs: Tariff values for edible oils, brass scrap, gold, silver, and areca nuts have been revised under the Customs Valuation framework. Most tariff values remain unchanged, with revised applicability effective from 09.05.2026. (Notification No.  45/2026-CUSTOMS (N.T.) dated 08.05.2026)

Customs: Importers claiming exemption from safeguard duty on specified non-alloy and alloy steel flat products are now required to declare prescribed INFO Codes in the Single Window Table of the Bill of Entry for eligible imports based on CIF value, country of origin, or excluded product categories. (Circular No. 23/2026-Customs dated 07.05.2026)

Customs: The Samrang–Rangia–Tamulpur–Dimakuchi motorable road has been notified as an approved land customs route for movement of goods between India and Bhutan with effect from 06.05.2026. (Notification No. 43/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated 06.05.2026)

DGFT Validity of ad-hoc norms ratified by the Norms Committee for Advance Authorisations has been extended till 31.03.2028, enabling continued usage of such norms, improving certainty, and reducing compliance burden for exporters (Public Notice No.07/2026-27 dated 05.05.26)

Binding Effect of Non-Compete Clauses on Transferee in Liquidation { GH Energy vs. Flovel Hydro Technologies Company Appeal (AT) No. 87 of 2024 dated April 8, 2026 } Facts: In the course of a court-monitored liquidation, shares of a company were transferred to a new purchaser. The original shareholder was bound by non-compete obligations under …

Judicial Corner: Binding Effect of Non-Compete Clauses on Transferee in Liquidation { GH Energy vs. Flovel Hydro Technologies Company Appeal (AT) No. 87 of 2024 dated April 8, 2026 }(04.05.2026) Read More »

DGFT Four new SIONs (A-3698 to A-3701) have been notified for chemical and allied products, enabling direct issuance of Advance Authorisations by RAs, eliminating case-specific approvals and ensuring faster, uniform processing. (Public Notice No. 6/2026-27 dated 04.05.2026)

Customs: CBIC has extended validity of Circular Nos. 09, 10, 12, 15, 19 and 21/2026-Customs under Section 143AA due to Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Facilities remain effective till 15 May 2026; conditions unchanged. (Circular No.22 dated 04.05.2026)

GST Amended Notification 9/2025-CTR aligning HSN 2202 beverage classifications with Finance Act 2026. Corresponding changes have been made in Schedule I (2.5%) and Schedule III (20%) to appropriately map the new HSN codes for various categories of beverages.. Amendment effective from 01-05-2026. (Notification No. 01/2026- Central Tax (Rate) dated 30.04.26)  

Composite SCN for multiple years under sec. 74 held invalid as each tax period requires separate notice {Shivhare Retail (P.) Ltd. vs. Commissioner, CGST & Central Excise,  Nagpur [2026] 185 taxmann.com 503 (Bombay)}   Facts GST department issued a single Show Cause Notice under Section 74 (fraud/suppression cases). This SCN covered multiple financial years/tax periods …

Judicial Corner: Composite SCN for multiple years under sec. 74 held invalid as each tax period requires separate notice {Shivhare Retail (P.) Ltd. vs. Commissioner, CGST & Central Excise,  Nagpur [2026] 185 taxmann.com 503 (Bombay)}(27.04.2026) Read More »

CGST:  The Central Government has revised the All Industry Rates (AIR) of duty drawback for specified gold and silver jewellery under Chapter 71 by updating rates for certain tariff items, thereby aligning drawback benefits with current cost structures. (Notification No. 41/2026-Customs (N.T.) dated 24.04.2026)

CGST The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has renumbered the Kishangarh entry and added Village Hirnoda (Jaipur) as a customs-notified location for import-export handling, improving logistics efficiency, expanding infrastructure, and facilitating smoother trade operations in Rajasthan. (Notification No. 40/2026–Customs (N.T.) dated 23.04.2026)

Order Set Aside for Violation of Natural Justice Matter Remanded for Fresh Adjudication { Abbott Healthcare Private Limited vs. Excise and Taxation Commissioner, Punjab & Ors. CWP-4495-2024 (O&M) dated 02.04.2026} Facts: Petitioner challenged the action/order passed by the GST authorities. It was contended that the proceedings were conducted without proper compliance with procedural requirements. Petitioner …

Judicial Corner:Order Set Aside for Violation of Natural Justice Matter Remanded for Fresh Adjudication { Abbott Healthcare Private Limited vs. Excise and Taxation Commissioner, Punjab & Ors. CWP-4495-2024 (O&M) dated 02.04.2026}(24.04.2026) Read More »

Whether issuance of a consolidated SCN u/Sec. 73/74 bunching multiple years valid matter referred to Larger Bench { Rollmet LLP vs. Union of India [2026] 185 taxmann.com 599 (Bombay)} Facts : Petitioner was issued a single consolidated Show Cause Notice by the department under Sections 73/74 of the GST Act, covering multiple financial years in …

Judicial Offer: Whether issuance of a consolidated SCN u/Sec. 73/74 bunching multiple years valid matter referred to Larger Bench { Rollmet LLP vs. Union of India [2026] 185 taxmann.com 599 (Bombay) (23.04.2026) Read More »

Customs: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has amended the customs notification by removing one specified entry point related to Tamil Nadu. This update is part of ongoing changes to streamline and revise the list of customs locations and infrastructure in India. (Notification No. 39/2026-Customs (N.T.) | Dated: 20.04.2026)

CUSTOM The Ministry of Finance has amended anti-dumping duty rules to exclude “Lithograde Aluminium Coils above 1150 mm width” from duty on imports from China. This follows court directions and ensures such products are no longer subject to anti-dumping duty. (Notification No.05/2026-Customs (ADD) | Dated: 17.04.2026)

Professional Tax in Maharashtra The Maharashtra State Tax Department has waived late fees for filing Profession Tax returns for March 2026 and FY 2025–26 due to portal issues. If tax was paid by 15 March 2026 and returns are filed by 30 April 2026, no late fee applies, but interest is still payable. (Trade Circular …

Professional Tax in Maharashtra The Maharashtra State Tax Department has waived late fees for filing Profession Tax returns for March 2026 and FY 2025–26 due to portal issues. If tax was paid by 15 March 2026 and returns are filed by 30 April 2026, no late fee applies, but interest is still payable (21.04.2026) Read More »