Introduction of Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025

The Health Security se National Security Cess Bill, 2025 introduces a new legal framework for imposing a special excise cess on machinery and processes involved in manufacturing specific goods. This capacity-based cess aims to generate reliable revenue to support India's public health and national security initiatives. Initially applicable to pan masala, the Bill allows for extension to other products, facilitating structured revenue collection through a detailed compliance, enforcement, and appeal framework. It emphasizes accountability, transparency, and fairness in its administration.

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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