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Bhutan Customs Joins Kerala Probe Into Suspected Cross Border Car Smuggling Taxscan

Bhutan Customs is assisting Kerala in investigating a car smuggling operation involving 50 vehicles, highlighting cross-border cooperation against tax evasion. The probe could...
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DRI Seizes Crystal Meth Worth Rs 158 Crore In Calicut India The News Mill

seized ₹158 crore worth of crystal meth in Calicut, concealed in imported consignments. The seizure highlights the need for enhanced vigilance and strict compliance with...
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DRI Seizes 70 Tonnes Of Firecrackers At Nhava Sheva Two Arrested

seized 70 tonnes of illegal firecrackers worth ₹14 crore at Nhava Sheva, arresting two. The misdeclaration highlights customs duty evasion risks, necessitating stricter compliance.
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DRI Busts Smuggling Racket Seizes Containers Of Watermelon Seeds And Green Peas Valued At Rs 139 Cr

busted a smuggling racket seizing Rs 139 crore worth of watermelon seeds and green peas. The operation highlights the need for strict compliance with import regulations to...
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Nepali Congress Calls For Revocation Of Customs Duty On Indian Imports

Nepali Congress is pushing for the removal of customs duties on Indian agricultural imports, citing harm to local farmers and consumers. The move aims to stabilize prices and...
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Kannada Actress Ranya Rao And Associates To Be Released After One Year Of Cofeposa Detention For 100 Kg Gold Smuggling T

Kannada actress Ranya Rao and associates to be released after one year of COFEPOSA detention for 100 kg gold smuggling. The case highlights challenges in curbing gold smuggling...
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Iron Ore Exports Must Be Assessed On Wet Metric Tonne Wmt Basis Orissa HC Sets Aside Customs Order

Orissa HC mandates iron ore export assessment on Wet Metric Tonne basis. This impacts valuation and duty calculations for exporters.
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Broker Not Required To Physically Verify Exporters Premises Calcutta HC Sets Aside 50 Lakh Penalty

Calcutta High Court ruled that brokers aren't obligated to physically verify exporter premises, overturning a ₹50 lakh penalty. This clarifies brokers' responsibilities and...
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Government Aligns Rodtep Schedule With Revised Customs Tariff Structure Effective From 1st May 2026 A2z Taxcorp Llp

The government aligned the RoDTEP schedule with the revised Customs Tariff structure from May 1, 2026. Exporters must review classifications to accurately claim RoDTEP benefits.
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Barking Up Wrong Tree Madras High Court Rejects Plea Seeking Rs 1 Lakh Reward For Luxury Car Smuggling Tip Off The India

The Madras High Court denied a reward plea for a tip on luxury car smuggling because the information wasn't crucial to the seizure. This clarifies reward eligibility under the...
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India And New Zealand Sign Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement Worldinfonasionalcom

The India-New Zealand CECA aims to reduce tariffs and streamline customs, potentially boosting bilateral trade. Businesses must understand new compliance requirements to...
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India New Zealand To Sign Free Trade Agreement On April 27 Msn

India and New Zealand are expected to sign a Free Trade Agreement by April 27, 2026, to boost bilateral trade. The FTA will reduce tariffs and streamline customs, impacting...
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Dgft Issues Guidelines For Export Of 25 Lakh Mt Wheat Online Applications Open From May 1 10

releases guidelines for exporting 25 Lakh MT of wheat, with applications opening May 1, 2026. Businesses must comply with documentation and quality standards to avoid penalties.
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Abs Components Suitable For Use In Motor Vehicles CESTAT Denies Concessional Customs Duty Read Order

denied concessional customs duty on ABS components for vehicles. This decision may increase costs for automotive manufacturers and necessitate a review of import strategies.
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DRI Misuse Of Duty Free Areca Nut Import Scheme Madras High Court Upholds Rs10 Cr Pre Deposit Juris Hour

The Madras High Court upheld a Rs 10 crore pre-deposit in a case involving the misuse of a duty-free areca nut import scheme. This decision signals stricter enforcement and...
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Goods For Re Export To Be Treated As Imports CBIC Explains Why Msn

clarifies that re-exported goods are treated as imports, impacting duty drawback claims and compliance for businesses involved in import-export activities. This necessitates a...
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DRI Nabs Nashik Woman At Surat Railway Station With 6 Crore Narcotics Deshgujarat

seized ₹6 crore worth of narcotics at Surat Railway Station, arresting a Nashik woman. The seizure highlights the need for vigilance against financial crimes linked to drug trafficking.
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At IGI Airport Seizes 54 Kg Marijuana From Bangkok Passenger Juris Hour

Customs officials at IGI Airport seized 54 kg of marijuana worth ₹81 lakh from a Bangkok passenger. The seizure highlights the need for vigilance and compliance with customs...
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CBIC Clarifies Drawback Eligibility On Re Export Of Duty Paid Goods Supplied From SEZ To DTA Juris Hour

clarifies drawback eligibility for re-export of duty-paid goods initially supplied from SEZ to DTA, streamlining customs procedures. This reduces disputes and compliance...
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Narcotics Smuggling Network Busted In Amritsar Three Held With 12kg Heroin Livingindianewscoin

Three individuals were arrested in Amritsar, and 12 kg of heroin was seized, revealing a narcotics smuggling network. Businesses must ensure compliance with customs regulations...
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Mumbai Customs Seizes Drugs Worth 164 Cr Gold Electronics Totalling Over 25 Cr In Major Airport

Mumbai Customs seized ₹164 crore in drugs and ₹25 crore in gold/electronics at the airport, highlighting increased vigilance. This underscores the need for strict compliance...
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Dgft Mandates Electronic Platform For Issuance Of Certificates Of Origin Juris Hour

mandates electronic Certificates of Origin issuance from May 20, 2026, impacting exporters claiming preferential tariffs. Compliance is crucial to avoid trade disruptions and...
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Reimbursable Expenses Collected By CHA Cant Be Subjected To Service Tax CESTAT Juris Hour

ruled reimbursable expenses collected by CHAs are not subject to service tax, reducing tax burden and compliance complexities. This decision provides clarity and potential...
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Ugandan Sentenced To 20 Years Jail For Smuggling 943 Grams Of Heroin In Stomach Gujaratsamachar English

A Ugandan national received a 20-year sentence for smuggling heroin into India. The incident underscores the need for vigilance in international trade to prevent illegal activities.
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Chocolate Flavour Imported For Food Use Not Classifiable As Cocoa Preparation CESTAT Quashes Customs Duty Demand Juris H

ruled that imported chocolate flavour is classifiable as a flavouring essence (CTH 3302), not a cocoa preparation (CTH 1806), quashing the customs duty demand. This decision...
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Dept Cant Adopt Highest Depot Price Ignoring Actual Transaction Value For Excise Valuation CESTAT Juris Hour

ruled that excise valuation cannot solely rely on the highest depot price, emphasizing the importance of actual transaction value. This decision provides relief to...
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CESTAT Reduces Penalty In Epcg Fraud Case Involving Third Party Shipping Bills Juris Hour

reduced the penalty in an EPCG fraud case due to a lack of corroborating evidence. The decision emphasizes the need for concrete proof in such investigations.
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Cabinet Without Cpu Cant Be Treated As Incomplete Computer System CESTAT Quashes Customs Valuation Enhancement Juris Hou

ruled a computer cabinet without a CPU is not a complete system, impacting customs valuation for importers. Importers should review past assessments for potential refunds.
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DRI Busts International Drug Syndicate In Mumbai Arrests South African National Nagpada Resident With 7

busted an international drug syndicate in Mumbai, arresting two individuals and seizing ₹70 crore worth of cocaine. The operation highlights the ongoing efforts to combat drug...
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One To One Correlation For Jewellery Discounts Is Impractical CESTAT Allows Titans Excise Duty Appeal Juris Hour

quashed a ₹7.48 crore excise duty demand on Titan, stating that excise duty cannot be demanded on discounts offered on jewellery if there is no direct correlation between the...
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