News for 'US Custom'

Customs Busts Bhutan Car Smuggling Racket, Arrests Five

Customs Busts Bhutan Car Smuggling Racket, Arrests Five

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Indian Customs officials have arrested five individuals from West Bengal and Assam for their involvement in smuggling high-end used cars from Bhutan. The investigation revealed a widespread network of forged documents and illegal vehicle registrations.

Delhi Airport Customs Seize Gold, Arrest Foreign Nationals

Delhi Airport Customs Seize Gold, Arrest Foreign Nationals

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport have thwarted two separate gold smuggling attempts, seizing over 3.17 kg of gold worth approximately Rs 4.35 crore and arresting three foreign nationals.

Cognizant Research: Companies Prioritise Custom AI Solutions for Enterprise Value

Cognizant Research: Companies Prioritise Custom AI Solutions for Enterprise Value

Rediff.com7 days ago

Cognizant's research reveals that companies seeking AI adoption favour IT services firms offering custom, full-stack AI solutions, prioritising flexibility and expertise over cost and speed.

Mumbai Airport Customs Seizes Rs 46 Crore Worth of Contraband

Mumbai Airport Customs Seizes Rs 46 Crore Worth of Contraband

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

The Mumbai Customs department seized narcotics, foreign currency, gold, and precious stones worth over Rs 46 crore at the Mumbai international airport in a week.

Eligible Manufacturer Importers Scheme, Starting April 1, Will Ease Customs Duty Payments

Eligible Manufacturer Importers Scheme, Starting April 1, Will Ease Customs Duty Payments

Rediff.com1 Mar 2026

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) announced the implementation of the Eligible Manufacturer Importers (EMI) scheme from April 1, allowing eligible importers to defer customs duty payments.

Gudi Padwa: 6 Rituals And Customs

Gudi Padwa: 6 Rituals And Customs

Rediff.com11 hours ago

Gudi Padwa, also known as Padwa, is celebrated by people across the state of Maharashtra as the Marathi New Year.

Will Budget 2026 Fix The Customs-FTA Disconnect?

Will Budget 2026 Fix The Customs-FTA Disconnect?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

Customs regimes can lead to labyrinthine legal disputes. Budget 2026 must recognise that an excessively defensive Customs posture can itself become a trade barrier, point out Mukesh Butani and Shankey Agrawal.

17 cancer drugs to become cheaper as FM announces 'trust-based' customs regime

17 cancer drugs to become cheaper as FM announces 'trust-based' customs regime

Rediff.com1 Feb 2026

Sitharaman in her budget speech said that the customs proposal "aim to further simplify the tariff structure, support domestic manufacturing, promote export competitiveness, and correct inversion in duty".

Budget 2026: Is Customs Amnesty Scheme On The Cards?

Budget 2026: Is Customs Amnesty Scheme On The Cards?

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Total pending Customs arrears, including amounts under litigation, court stays and cases where the appeal period has not expired, stood at about Rs 1.36 trillion at the end of December 2024.

Axis Bank Fined for Poor Service After Failed ATM Withdrawal

Axis Bank Fined for Poor Service After Failed ATM Withdrawal

Rediff.com3 days ago

A consumer commission in Nagpur, Maharashtra, has penalised Axis Bank for deficiency in service, ordering a refund and compensation to a customer over a failed ATM transaction from 2018.

Oscars: Isha Ambani's Edgy After Party Look!

Oscars: Isha Ambani's Edgy After Party Look!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Isha Ambani chose a custom creation by Swadesh in collaboration with Turkish designer Dilara Findikoglu for the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party.

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

14 Detained Following Violent Clash at Maharajganj LPG Agency

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Police in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, have detained 14 people after a violent clash erupted at an HP gas agency due to a dispute over gas bookings.

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Bharat Taxi Surpasses 2 Million Users, Focuses on Driver Welfare

Rediff.com1 days ago

Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announces Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led ride-hailing platform, has reached 2.13 million users and 231,000 drivers. The platform operates on a zero-commission model, prioritising driver welfare and expansion into Tier 2 and 3 cities.

Licious bets big on micro mkts within cities

Licious bets big on micro mkts within cities

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Direct-to-consumer meat and seafood platform Licious is betting big on "micro markets" within cities as the next lever of growth.

Kaspersky Eyes India as Regional Hub Amid Cybersecurity Threat Surge

Kaspersky Eyes India as Regional Hub Amid Cybersecurity Threat Surge

Rediff.com1 days ago

Global cybersecurity firm Kaspersky plans to significantly increase its investments in India, leveraging the country as a hub for regional services due to strong financial performance and the escalating threat landscape.

Fraud Victims May Get Rs 25k

Fraud Victims May Get Rs 25k

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

Only bona fide victims would be compensated by banks within five days of receiving the complaint.

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Nigerian National Nabbed for Duping Delhi Resident in Online Scam

Rediff.com6 days ago

Delhi Police have arrested a Nigerian national for allegedly defrauding a Rohini resident of Rs 65,700 through an online scam involving a fake foreign traveller persona.

Integrated Customs platform on cards in digitisation push

Integrated Customs platform on cards in digitisation push

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

To digitise Customs processes, the Union finance ministry is planning to integrate the Indian Customs Electronic Gateway (ICEGATE), Risk Management System (RMS), and Indian Customs Electronic Data Interchange System (ICES) into a single unified national Customs platform, according to government sources.

Cheerio AI Raises Rs 8 Crore in Seed Funding Round

Cheerio AI Raises Rs 8 Crore in Seed Funding Round

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Cheerio AI, an AI-powered customer engagement platform, has raised Rs 8 crore in seed funding to build multi-modal AI capabilities and expand its platform.

Airbus Inaugurates Major Technology Centre in Bengaluru

Airbus Inaugurates Major Technology Centre in Bengaluru

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Airbus has inaugurated a state-of-the-art technology centre in Bengaluru, India, significantly expanding its strategic presence and supporting its 'Make in India' mission.

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Bank of India Held Liable for ATM Fraud, Ordered to Pay Compensation

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

The State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has directed Bank of India to compensate a senior citizen for losses incurred due to unauthorized ATM transactions, citing deficiency in service and failure to adhere to security protocols.

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Tata Power and Salesforce Collaborate to Boost Renewable Energy Growth

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Tata Power has partnered with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Tata Power and Salesforce Join Forces to Boost Renewable Energy Solutions

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Tata Power collaborates with Salesforce to digitally transform its rooftop solar, EV charging, and smart home solutions businesses, aiming to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency.

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns With Immediate Effect

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns With Immediate Effect

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers has resigned three months after the airline experienced significant operational disruptions. Managing Director Rahul Bhatia will temporarily assume management responsibilities.

Thane Police Seize 22 Lakh Worth of Mephedrone, Two Arrested

Thane Police Seize 22 Lakh Worth of Mephedrone, Two Arrested

Rediff.com6 days ago

Thane police arrested two individuals in Bhiwandi and seized mephedrone worth 22 lakh. The arrests were made after a search of two men acting suspiciously near a school. Investigations are ongoing to find the source and intended recipients of the drugs.

Kritika Kamra, Gaurav Kapur Tie the Knot

Kritika Kamra, Gaurav Kapur Tie the Knot

Rediff.com6 days ago

'We've always believed that the most meaningful moments in life are the ones shared with the people you love. As we begin this new chapter together, we're so grateful to celebrate our wedding surrounded by our families and closest friends at home in Mumbai.'

Priyanka Chopra's Oscar Fashion Moment At Vanity Fair Party

Priyanka Chopra's Oscar Fashion Moment At Vanity Fair Party

Rediff.com1 days ago

Priyanka Chopra stunned at the Oscars and the post Oscars Vanity Fair party, showcasing her impeccable style with a flawless white gown and a dazzling metallic after-party dress.

What's Inside The Rs 3 Crore Oscar Swag Bag?

What's Inside The Rs 3 Crore Oscar Swag Bag?

Rediff.com2 days ago

Awarded to select nominees and winners, the 2026 Everyone Wins Oscar swag bag includes luxury vacation stays in Ibiza and Lapland worth $65,000, a $25,000 facial plastic surgery voucher from a New York-based surgeon, and even a custom prenuptial agreement service, among several other high-end gifts.

Which Celeb Bride Rocked The Wedding Outfit? VOTE

Which Celeb Bride Rocked The Wedding Outfit? VOTE

Rediff.com10 Mar 2026

From custom-made saris to designer lehengas, star brides have been serving major wedding fashion goals lately.

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda At Their Reception

Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda At Their Reception

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

Newlyweds Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a grand reception on March 4, and invited prominent figures from the film industry.

Jio Payments Bank Enables UPI Cash Withdrawals at Touchpoints

Jio Payments Bank Enables UPI Cash Withdrawals at Touchpoints

Rediff.com1 days ago

Jio Payments Bank introduces UPI-based cash withdrawals at business correspondent touchpoints, enhancing financial inclusion and simplifying access to cash for rural and semi-urban customers.

Isha Ambani's STUNNING Oscar Debut!

Isha Ambani's STUNNING Oscar Debut!

Rediff.com2 days ago

The managing director of Reliance Retail Ventures Limited turned heads in a vintage Valentino for her debut at the Oscars 2026.

'Not a case of love-jihad, didn't convert: Viral Kumbh Mela girl

'Not a case of love-jihad, didn't convert: Viral Kumbh Mela girl

Rediff.com6 days ago

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle, who gained fame at the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela, has denied reports that she is underage following her marriage in Kerala. She asserts she is 18 and legally married.

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rs 24 Crore Worth of Ganja Seized at Delhi Airport

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport seized 23.9 kg of suspected marijuana, valued at approximately Rs 24 crore, from two Indian passengers arriving from Krabi, Thailand.

6 Induction Hobs Worth Buying

6 Induction Hobs Worth Buying

Rediff.com1 days ago

Induction hobs or cooktops have become runaway popular ever since the LPG cylinder shortage began. Know which one to buy.

All-Women Team Runs McDonald's Near Statue Of Unity

All-Women Team Runs McDonald's Near Statue Of Unity

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Inside the McDonald's outlet in Kevadia where women run the show.

Kanpur Teacher Duped in Multi-Layered Cyber Fraud Impersonating Zuckerberg and Musk Associates

Kanpur Teacher Duped in Multi-Layered Cyber Fraud Impersonating Zuckerberg and Musk Associates

Rediff.com12 hours ago

A retired school teacher in Kanpur was allegedly defrauded of Rs 1.57 crore (approximately 150,000) in a sophisticated cyber scam involving impersonations of Mark Zuckerberg and associates of Elon Musk.

Mumbai Resort Booked for Allegedly Keeping Exotic Animals Illegally

Mumbai Resort Booked for Allegedly Keeping Exotic Animals Illegally

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

A popular resort in Mumbai is under investigation after a joint raid by Customs and forest department officials revealed the alleged unauthorized possession of exotic animals, including marmoset monkeys and macaw parrots.

ED Attaches 200 Crore Assets of TDI Infrastructure in Money Laundering Probe

ED Attaches 200 Crore Assets of TDI Infrastructure in Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth over 200 crore belonging to TDI Infrastructure Limited in connection with a money-laundering investigation related to alleged fraud against homebuyers.

Delhi High Court: Caring for Family Not Grounds for Cruelty Charge

Delhi High Court: Caring for Family Not Grounds for Cruelty Charge

Rediff.com12 hours ago

The Delhi High Court has ruled that merely asking a married woman to assist in caring for a family member does not constitute cruelty under criminal law, quashing cases against a husband and his family.