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UK car imports to get lower duty from July 15; India issues application process

India has notified importers on seeking government approval for duty concessions. The free trade agreement with the UK will reduce automotive import duties significantly. Importers must provide a Certificate of Origin from UK authorities for eligibility. Only authorised Original Equipment Manufacturers and their partners can apply. The agreement aims to…

The Economic Times

Validity of FY26 gold import quota licences under India-UAE trade pact extended till September 30

Gold importers under the India-UAE free trade agreement have received an extension until September 30, 2026, to utilize their tariff rate quota authorisations for FY 2025-26. This move comes as gold imports from the UAE saw a dip last fiscal. Separately, exporters of wheat flour and related items are being…

The Economic Times

Govt imposes import curbs on silver amid push to tighten precious metals inflows

New government restrictions target silver imports. The Centre is also tightening rules for duty-free gold imports by jewellery exporters. These measures aim to control precious metal inflows and manage the nation's trade deficit. Stricter compliance and reporting are now in place for gold imports. These changes follow a significant rise…

The Economic Times

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Titan Company, Kalyan Jewellers, Senco Gold, other stocks fall up to 2% as Centre tightens duty-free gold imports

New regulations on duty-free gold imports for jewellery exporters have caused shares of Senco Gold, Thangamayil, and Kalyan Jewellers to dip. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has imposed stricter rules, including import caps and physical inspections, to curb gold imports and ensure compliance. These measures follow a recent increase…

The Economic Times

Government tightens rules for duty-free gold imports, caps quantity at 100 kg per licence

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has introduced new rules for duty-free gold imports by gems and jewellery exporters. These measures include a 100 kg limit per licence and mandatory facility inspections for new applicants. Existing exporters must meet 50 percent of previous export obligations. Fortnightly performance reports are now…

The Economic Times

India allows onion export to Sri Lanka, gives additional quota to UAE

India has allowed a limited quantity of onion exports to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Sri Lanka, at a time when the staple vegetable's outward shipments have been kept under restrictions. Read further on Dynamite News:

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DGFT to discuss trade regime of dual-use goods, software and technology on Jan 30

The DGFT, Department of Commerce in partnership with the MEA and other government agencies is organising the NCSTC scheduled for January 30, 2024. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Ban on dog imports | Centre appeals in Madras High Court against single judge’s verdict

Centre appeals to Madras HC against single judge's order setting aside DGFT's notification banning import of dogs; CJ & Justice Chakravarthy order listing of appeal on Nov 8; petitioners argued notification issued without scientific studies & due diligence; Centre claims beyond scope of judicial review & DGFT part of govt.

The Hindu

Centre informs Madras High Court of having destroyed files related to ban on import of dogs

The Hindu

Madras High Court sets aside DGFT’s notification imposing a ban on import of dogs

In a judgment that has come as a shot in the arm for dog lovers across the country, the Madras High Court has set aside Directorate General of Foreign Trade’s (DGFT) April 25, 2016 notification imposing a ban on import of dogs into the country.

The Hindu

Traders can import refined palm oil without licence till further orders

NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday extended the facility of restriction free imports of refined palm oil beyond December 31, 2022 till further orders, a move aimed at increasing domestic supplies and bring down prices of cooking oils.

The Times of India

Govt. orders stricter checks on wheat export process

Latest order from DGFT directs Regional Authorities to ‘physically verify’ all documents

The Hindu

Explained | Why India, world’s largest producer of sugar, has put the brakes on exports

India has produced over 350 lakh tonnes of sugar this year. Despite being the highest producer and second-largest exporter of sugar, the government has announced restrictions on its export. Here’s why.

The Hindu

Govt notifies capping of sugar exports at 10 million tonnes

The govt had said that the decision was taken amid “unprecedented growth in exports of sugar” and the need to maintain sufficient domestic stock.

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Congress slams wheat export ban, says move 'anti-farmer'

According to an official notification, India has banned wheat exports with immediate effect as part of measures to control rising domestic prices

The Hindu

India prohibits export of wheat, onion seeds with immediate effect

TThe restriction on export of wheat comes as part of measures to control rising prices

The Times of India

Nod to import 90,000 tonnes of plastic waste, greens object

NEW DELHI: After seven private companies were allowed to import over 90,000 tonnes of waste plastic bottles to the country for recycling, environment groups have urged the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) to repeal the decision in a recent meeting.

The Times of India

Government extends foreign trade policy till September 30

NEW DELHI: The government has further extended the existing foreign trade policy (FTP) till September 30 this year, according to a commerce ministry notification.

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Tap export potential of Nellore, students told

The district has all the trappings of port-led development: official

The Hindu

Vedanta moves High Court fearing a loss of ₹150 crore due to “arbitrary” deadline fixed by DGFT

Firm also insists on utilising duty credit certificate to set off IGST and GST compensation cess

The Hindu

The import ban on drones

Why has the Government issued such a ban? Will this move help promote more indigenous models of drones?

The Times of India

Hyderabad: Directorate General of Foreign Trade curbs on raw human hair exports

HYDERABAD: The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) on Tuesday issued notification restricting human hair export in raw form. This is expected to curb the under-invoicing of the product and smuggling via Myanmar to China.

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