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National Governance & Policy 12 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Indian Customs Holds Scotch Shipments in Tariff Dispute Under India-UK Pact

Indian customs authorities have detained multiple bulk Scotch whisky containers at ports after rejecting the lower 75% duty rate claimed for concentrates used by Pernod Ricard and Diageo, according to people familiar with the matter. The dispute has intensified uncertainty over how the India-UK trade framework is being applied, even as the commerce ministry has offered assurances that the issue will be resolved.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth23 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Government Plans Major Tax Administration Overhaul to Smooth GST Rollout

The Indian government has prepared a significant restructuring of the country’s tax administration, including a revamp of the Central Board of Excise and Customs, to support a seamless nationwide goods and services tax rollout. The move signals a broader effort to align institutions, reduce implementation risk and strengthen administrative readiness ahead of one of India’s most consequential tax reforms.

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Healthcare, Pharma & Life Sciences20 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

DRI Foils Major Cannabis Smuggling Attempt, Seizes 591 kg Consignment Trafficked from Nepal

India’s Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has intercepted a major narcotics shipment and seized 591 kilograms of cannabis that was allegedly smuggled into the country from Nepal. The operation underscores the continuing use of cross-border routes for illicit drug movement and the growing pressure on enforcement agencies to disrupt trafficking networks before consignments reach domestic markets.

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National Governance & Policy18 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

India-US Trade Pact to Be Concluded at the Earliest, Says Finance Minister

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India and the United States should conclude their trade pact at the earliest, arguing that an early agreement would serve the wider interest of global trade. Her remarks come as Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the first phase of the deal has already been finalised and is now undergoing legal drafting.

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National Governance & Policy16 Oct 2026, 01:14 PM IST

Subramanian Swamy Seeks Ban on Cement Imports from Pakistan Over Security Risks

BJP leader Subramanian Swamy has called for a ban on cement imports from Pakistan, arguing that such trade could be used to conceal contraband, weapons and ammunition. His remarks add a security dimension to a trade issue that sits at the intersection of border policy, industrial supply chains and market regulation. The demand is likely to resonate in a politically sensitive environment where cross-border commerce is often scrutinised through the lens of national security.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy15 Oct 2026, 02:19 PM IST

Emirates to Stay at Mumbai Airport This Winter as Navi Mumbai Shift Is Deemed Premature

Emirates will continue operating from Mumbai’s existing airport this winter, saying the new Navi Mumbai facility is not yet ready for a meaningful transfer of international traffic. The airline’s position comes as Mumbai International Airport Ltd. has deferred a proposed reduction in international flights, underscoring how infrastructure readiness is now shaping aviation capacity decisions in India’s financial capital.

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Markets, IPOs & Wealth15 Oct 2026, 11:14 AM IST

Subramanian Swamy Seeks Ban on Cement Imports from Pakistan Over Security Risks

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy has called for a ban on cement imports from Pakistan, arguing that such trade could be exploited to smuggle contraband, weapons and ammunition into India. His remarks add a security dimension to an otherwise commercial issue, with potential implications for trade policy, border enforcement and market sentiment in the cement sector.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 01:38 AM IST

India-U.S. Trade Deal Negotiations Are ‘Heading Toward a Landing Point,’ Jaishankar Says

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said negotiations on the India-U.S. trade deal are moving toward a conclusion, describing the remaining issues as limited and manageable. His remarks signal that both sides may be close to resolving a package that has drawn close scrutiny from exporters, policymakers and investors amid a broader push to deepen economic ties.

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