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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.(11.05.2026)

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 ...

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.(11.05.2026)

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.(11.05.2026)

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, ...

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. (11.05.2026)

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 (08.05.2026)

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) ...

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)

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 ...

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.(04.05.2026)

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.(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.(02.05.2026)

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 ...

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)

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 ...

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.(27.04.2026)

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 ...

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 (27.04.2026)

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 ...

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)

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 ...

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)

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 ...

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.(21.04.2026)

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 ...

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.(21.04.2026)

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 ...

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)

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 ...

DGFT: The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has revised baryte export rules, making high-grade (Grade A and B) exports restricted with licensing requirements, while low-grade (Grade CDW) remains free, ensuring better control over valuable mineral resources.(21.04.2026)

DGFT: The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has revised baryte export rules, making high-grade (Grade A and B) exports restricted with licensing requirements, while low-grade (Grade CDW) remains free, ensuring better control over valuable mineral resources. (Notification No. 12/2026-27-DGFT ...

DGFT The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has expanded the RELIEF scheme by adding Egypt and Jordan as eligible export destinations. This step aims to support exporters facing high freight, insurance costs, and logistics disruptions due to West Asia tensions, while all other provisions of the scheme remain unchanged. (21.04.2026)

DGFT The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has expanded the RELIEF scheme by adding Egypt and Jordan as eligible export destinations. This step aims to support exporters facing high freight, insurance costs, and logistics disruptions due to West Asia ...

Judicial Corner: CESTAT order challenged  where substantial questions of law arose regarding interpretation of Central Excise provisions, High Court held that Tribunal’s findings required interference and matter required reconsideration in accordance with law (17.04.2026)

CESTAT order challenged  where substantial questions of law arose regarding interpretation of Central Excise provisions, High Court held that Tribunal’s findings required interference and matter required reconsideration in accordance with law { Sanmar Matrix Metals Ltd. v. Commissioner of GST ...