Union Budget 2026–27 introduces major customs reforms including tariffisation of 54+ items, 22 exemption lapses, critical mineral duty cuts, pharma exemptions, export timeline extension, and new Baggage Rules. This in-depth CHA guide explains every customs duty change, effective date, and compliance action importers and exporters must take after Budget 2026.
The India-EU Free Trade Agreement announced on January 27, 2026, opens unprecedented opportunities for Indian exporters and businesses. Over 99% of Indian exports will now receive preferential tariff access to European Union markets, covering 450 million consumers across 27 countries.
This comprehensive trade deal provides immediate benefits for labour-intensive sectors including textiles, leather, marine products, gems and jewellery, and handicrafts—totaling $33 billion in exports. Agricultural exporters of tea, coffee, spices, and processed foods will also gain enhanced market access.
Beyond tariff elimination, the FTA streamlines customs procedures, provides a robust mobility framework for Indian professionals, and includes provisions for digital trade, intellectual property protection, and carbon compliance support.
Whether you’re an established exporter, MSME, or exploring international markets for the first time, this guide from Sunshine Cargo Services explains exactly how to leverage the India-EU FTA for business growth.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has flagged customs reforms as the government’s next major priority. Here is what the “Next Big Clean-Up” means for importers and the economy ahead of Budget 2025.
Bombay High Court rules customs duty must be refunded if goods aren’t cleared for home consumption. Detailed analysis of the Ajay Industrial Corp verdict (2025).
India has extended its anti-dumping duty on flax fabric from China PR and Hong Kong for another five years. This crucial measure protects domestic textile manufacturers from the continuous threat of unfairly priced imports.
In this blog you will find demonstration with pictures on how you can check bill of entry status on ICEGATE after login.
The Indian government has reduced the import duty on silver bullion to 6% but simultaneously restricted the import of plain silver jewellery (HSN 7113) until March 2026. These changes dramatically impact the price and supply chain for consumers and jewellers.
India’s GST Council has approved a new two-rate tax structure, cutting GST on a wide range of goods and services. The reforms are aimed at benefiting the common man and boosting key economic sectors.
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has outlined a bold reform roadmap for India’s vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. From simplifying GST and modernizing trade to empowering MSMEs, attracting FDI, and ensuring labour flexibility, the roadmap is a blueprint for transforming India’s economy. This blog breaks down every reform, global comparison, challenges, and the way forward—helping you understand how India plans to achieve the Viksit Bharat 2047 dream.
On August 6, 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.50%. While most headlines focus on how this affects EMIs and home loans, the bigger question for businesses engaged in global trade is—does it impact Indian customs and international shipments?
