The Economic Times

Cargo clearance approvals to be seamlessly processed through single window by year-end: FM

India Budget 2026: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that a single window for cargo clearances will be operational by year-end, streamlining approvals. The validity period for advance customs binding will be extended to five years, and duty exemptions will be provided for fish catch by Indian vessels. Baggage clearance rules for international travelers are also being revised.