CBIC to launch Eligible Manufacturer-Importer scheme by March 1; how it could ease customs compliance

CBIC Chairman Vivek Chaturvedi (File photo- ANI) The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) is set to introduce the proposed Eligible Manufacturer-Importer (EMI) scheme by March 1, with a draft framework expected to be released in five to six days for stakeholder consultation, a top official said on Thursday.Addressing a media interaction in…

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Bridge over troubled waters: Donald Trump’s trade turbulence casts shadow on US-India Deal

TOI correspondent from Washington: A rare congressional rebuke of President Donald Trump’s Canada tariffs, a presidential rant targeting a flagship US-Canada bridge, and an impending Supreme Court ruling on emergency trade powers are converging to deepen uncertainty around American trade policy — and raising fresh doubts about the durability of the fledgling US-India trade framework.On…

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‘Incorrect and speculative’: AAIB rejects Italian report blaming pilot for Air India 171 crash | India News

NEW DELHI: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on Thursday clarified that the investigation into the June 2025 crash of Air India Flight AI-171 in Ahmedabad is still ongoing, dismissing reports that the probe has concluded and pinned the blame for the incident on pilot.“The investigation is still in progress. No final conclusions have been…

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Dubai ruler’s surprise at Qudra Lakes leaves kids smiling and the internet emotional |

A leisurely family excursion to Qudra Lakes in Dubai took an extraordinary turn when they encountered Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The Prime Minister’s heartfelt engagement, from blessing the youngsters to enjoying cold coffee together, transformed their day into an unforgettable experience. A weekend outing at Qudra Lakes in Dubai turned into a memory…

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