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Fake Customs Officers Nabbed at Mumbai Airport for Extortion Attempt on Passenger

14 October 2025 at 06:39

Three airport employees posing as customs officers were arrested at Mumbai Airport for extorting a passenger arriving from Dubai.

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CBIC introduces system-based auto-approval for IFSC code registration to enhance Ease of Doing Business

08 October 2025 at 07:09

CBIC introduces system-based auto-approval for IFSC code registration under IEC to streamline Customs procedures, eliminate manual intervention, and ensure faster credit of export incentives enhancing ease of doing business and trade efficiency in India.

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CESTAT Mandates Online Filing of Appeals from Nov 15, 2025, Physical Filing Ends 31st Dec

04 October 2025 at 06:54

CESTAT makes e-filing mandatory for all appeals from November 15, 2025, with physical filing ending December 31. Taxpayers must use the new online portal for appeals and applications.

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CBIC Extends Timeline Under Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations to December 31, 2025

03 October 2025 at 06:26

The CBIC has extended the deadline under the Sea Cargo Manifest and Transshipment Regulations, 2018 to December 31, 2025, through its latest amendment.

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Finance Ministry Extends Validity of Key Customs Duty Exemptions Until 2027

26 September 2025 at 08:54

The Finance Ministry, via Notification No. 40/2025-Customs, has extended the validity of key customs duty exemptions until September 30, 2027, while phasing out some from September 2025.

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CBIC Notifies New Regulations on Finalisation of Provisional Customs Assessments

15 September 2025 at 08:39

CBIC notifies Customs (Finalisation of Provisional Assessment) Regulations, 2025, introducing strict timelines, compliance rules, and streamlined procedures for duty finalisation.

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CBIC Issues Directive to Validate BIS Registration Before Customs Clearance

01 September 2025 at 09:18

CBIC directs customs to verify BIS registration online before clearance of imports; only valid registrations allowed, covering CCTVs and all CRO goods.

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CBI Arrests Mumbai Customs Officer in Rs 10.2 Lakh Bribery Case

19 August 2025 at 09:04

The CBI has arrested a Superintendent of Customs posted at Mumbai's Air Cargo Complex, Sahar, for demanding and accepting a Rs 10.2 lakh bribe from a Customs House Agent to clear consignments.

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CBIC Updates List of Authorised Officers for Food Imports Across 165 Locations

08 August 2025 at 09:08

CBIC updates list of authorised officers and adds 6 new food import points under the FSS Act, bringing total to 165, to strengthen compliance and inspections.

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CBI Arrests Customs Superintendent in Mumbai for Accepting Rs 10.20 Lakh Bribe

05 August 2025 at 09:02

CBI arrests Mumbai Customs Superintendent Krishan Kumar for accepting Rs 10.20 lakh bribe to clear consignments. Investigation reveals demands of Rs 10/kg and links to senior officers.

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