DRI Uncovers Major Customs Fraud in Luxury Furniture Imports

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a large-scale customs fraud involving the importation of luxury furniture, revealing a network that undervalued goods by 70% to 90%, leading to an estimated customs duty evasion of ₹30 crore. The investigation involved multiple arrests and highlighted the use of dummy importers and fabricated invoices to misdeclare goods. DRI continues to investigate the broader network of involved entities.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link