Government Eases Compliance Burden on Industry with GST Revision

The Ministry of Consumer Affairs has issued a revised advisory to ease compliance for manufacturers and importers following the GST rate revision effective from September 22, 2025. Key changes include the option to affix revised price stickers on unsold packages, waiving the requirement for newspaper notices for revised MRPs, and allowing the use of old packaging until March 2026. This aims to balance industry ease and consumer benefits from reduced GST rates.

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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