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Himachal Pradesh introduces a 60 paise-per-litre Widow and Orphan Cess on petrol and diesel to fund welfare measures.

Himachal Pradesh Imposes 60 Paise/Litre Widow and Orphan Cess on Petrol, Diesel

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The Central Government has increased the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) on the export of diesel from Rs 13.5 per litre to Rs 14 per litre, effective from June 16, 2026.

Govt Increases Special Additional Excise Duty on Diesel from Rs 13.5 per Litre to Rs 14 per Litre

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) under the Government of India has exempted excise duty on petrol containing 22% to ‌30% ethanol.

CBIC Waives Excise Duty on Petrol Containing 22% to ‌30% Ethanol

The Ministry of Finance has revised the excise duty to Rs 33 per litre, effective from May 1, 2026.

Government Amends SAED Rates On Exports of ATF To Rs 33 Litre [Read Notification]

The Government of India has revised the SAED rate on HSD oil exports to Rs 23 per litre, effective May 1, 2026.

Government Revises SAED Rates on Exports of HSD Oil [Read Notification]

The government has amended Rules 18 and 19 of the Central Excise Rules 2017, to restrict benefits on petrol, diesel, and ATF, allowing exceptions only for PSU oil exports to select neighbouring countries.

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Himachal Pradesh Imposes 60 Paise/Litre Widow and Orphan Cess on Petrol, Diesel

Govt Increases Special Additional Excise Duty on Diesel from Rs 13.5 per Litre to Rs 14 per Litre

CBIC Waives Excise Duty on Petrol Containing 22% to ‌30% Ethanol

Government Amends SAED Rates On Exports of ATF To Rs 33 Litre [Read Notification]

Government Revises SAED Rates on Exports of HSD Oil [Read Notification]

Government Amends Central Excise Rules to Exclude Fuel Export Rebates [Read Notification]