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States to Auction ₹31,200 Crore in Securities
Reserve Bank of India (Executive Authority)bankingtax

States to Auction ₹31,200 Crore in Securities

Multiple state governments, including Assam, Bihar, and Gujarat, will auction ₹31,200 crore in securities on October 13, 2026, via yield and price-based methods.

Oct 12, 2026Read more →
RoDTEP Scheme Extended Till December 31
Directorate General of Foreign Tradetaxexport

RoDTEP Scheme Extended Till December 31

The Directorate General of Foreign Trade has extended the RoDTEP scheme with unchanged rates and value caps to support exporters.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
RBI Mandates EDF Filing by Exporters from October 1
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RBI Mandates EDF Filing by Exporters from October 1

The Reserve Bank of India now requires all goods and services exporters to submit an Electronic Declaration Form (EDF) to their designated banks starting October 1, 2026.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
ITAT Weekly Roundup: Key Rulings (Oct 5–10, 2026)
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ITAT Weekly Roundup: Key Rulings (Oct 5–10, 2026)

ITAT delivers significant rulings on assessments, transfer pricing, and procedural compliance during the week of October 5–10, 2026.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
CBDT Amends Form 161 via 6th Income Tax Amendment Rules
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CBDT Amends Form 161 via 6th Income Tax Amendment Rules

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the 6th Income Tax Amendment Rules, 2026, amending Rule 231 and Form 161 to include a new requirement for taxpayer disclosures.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
57th GST Council Focuses on Refund Automation, ITC Expansion
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57th GST Council Focuses on Refund Automation, ITC Expansion

57th GST Council proposes automation of refund processing and expanded input tax credit eligibility to improve business liquidity.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
GST Council Introduces Rule 14B for Small Seller Registration
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GST Council Introduces Rule 14B for Small Seller Registration

GST Council to insert new Rule 14B to simplify registration for small sellers on e-commerce platforms.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
CBDT Amends Form 161, Introduces 6th Income Tax Amendment Rules
Central Board of Direct Taxestaxincome_tax

CBDT Amends Form 161, Introduces 6th Income Tax Amendment Rules

CBDT notifies 6th Income Tax Amendment Rules, updating Rule 231 and Form 161 for administrative clarity.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
E-Way Bill Reforms: Rules on Inspection and Detention
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E-Way Bill Reforms: Rules on Inspection and Detention

New e-way bill reforms restrict arbitrary interception and detention of goods in transit, clarifying jurisdictional limits and documentation requirements during inspections under the CGST Act.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
GST Litigation Reforms: ₹10,000 SCN Threshold Proposed
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GST Litigation Reforms: ₹10,000 SCN Threshold Proposed

The GST Council proposes raising the threshold for show-cause notices to ₹10,000 and replacing penalties with voluntary charges in minor defaults. These reforms aim to reduce litigation burden and promote compliance.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
GST Refund Reforms: Automated Processing & 90% Provisional Refund
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GST Refund Reforms: Automated Processing & 90% Provisional Refund

New GST refund reforms introduce automated processing, provisional refunds up to 90%, and revised timelines to reduce pendency. The changes aim to ease cash flow for businesses and streamline verification mechanisms.

Oct 11, 2026Read more →
RoDTEP Scheme Extended Till December 31
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)taxexport_compliance

RoDTEP Scheme Extended Till December 31

DGFT extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme until December 31, 2026, with existing rates and value caps unchanged.

Oct 10, 2026Read more →
ITO Must Issue Assessment Orders for Corporates Below ₹20L
Income Tax Appellate Tribunaltaxincome_tax

ITO Must Issue Assessment Orders for Corporates Below ₹20L

ITAT rules only ITOs, not DCITs, may issue assessment orders for corporate returns below ₹20 lakh in mofussil areas based on CBDT instructions.

Oct 10, 2026Read more →
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