CBIC and FSSAI extend NOC validity to 365 days for imported alcoholic beverages (>10% alcohol, no expiry date) to streamline trade.
India’s import policy for colloidal and other precious metal compounds under CTH 2843 shifts from Free to Restricted effective immediately.
Customs modifies import policy for Palladium, Rhodium, and Iridium. Alloys with over 1% gold are now restricted, effective immediately.
Imported steel and steel products must now adhere to Indian Standards per the 2024 Quality Control Order, effective June 16, 2025.
CBIC prioritizes taxpayer support with GST Pakhwada (June 16-30, 2025) and clarifies DIN requirements for GST portal communications. Customs also made a significant cigarette seizure.
CBIC releases Instruction No. 15/2025-Customs, providing a consolidated online repository of DGFT clarifications on SCOMET item applicability for customs officials.
Assam’s Tax Department outlines a new SOP for road vigilance at key locations to prevent GST evasion, detailing inspection procedures and team responsibilities.
FM visits NACIN, inaugurates DRI HQ, promotes eOffice; CBIC highlights sustainability, integrity, and modernization in tax administration.
CBIC issues Instruction No. 14/2025 on FSSAI-BFDA pact, updates list of Bhutan’s approved units; no change in certificate format or compliance rules.
CBIC unveils FY2025 action plan, launches feedback system, and uncovers Rs. 20 crore import fraud involving undervalued luxury furniture.
