The Indian government has increased the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED), often referred to as a windfall profit tax, on the export of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF). The SAED on diesel exports has been raised to Rs 14 per litre from Rs 13.5 per litre, while the duty on ATF exports has been increased to Rs 12.5 per litre from Rs 9.5 per litre. The changes take effect from June 16. Petrol export duties remain unchanged at Rs 1.5 per litre. The move follows ongoing volatility in global oil markets due to the escalating conflict in West Asia and potential developments in a possible U
In a move aimed at managing local supply security and capturing supernormal gains from global energy markets, the government on Monday increased the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED), commonly known as the windfall profit tax, on the export of diesel and Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF).
According to a notification issued by the Finance Ministry, the SAED on diesel exports has been raised to Rs 14 per litre from the existing Rs 13.5 per litre. The duty on exports of ATF has been increased to Rs 12.5 per litre from Rs 9.5 per litre.
However, there is no change in the export duty on petrol, which continues to remain at Rs 1.5 per litre. The revised rates will come into effect from June 16.
The move comes amid continued volatility in global oil markets triggered by the escalating conflict in West Asia, and ahead of a possible peace deal between Iran and the US.
The government also clarified that there is no change in the existing excise duty rates on petrol and diesel cleared for domestic consumption, meaning retail consumers are unlikely to see any immediate impact from the latest revision.
The windfall tax regime was reintroduced on March 26 as tensions in West Asia intensified following the US-Israel attack on Iran and the subsequent retaliatory strikes. The government has since been reviewing and revising the export duties every fortnight in line with developments in international crude oil prices and refining margins. On May 16, it extended the levy to petrol exports as well.
Officials said the export duties were imposed to ensure adequate domestic availability of petroleum products at a time when geopolitical tensions have pushed up global crude oil prices. The move is aimed at discouraging excessive exports by refiners seeking to capitalise on higher international prices, thereby safeguarding domestic fuel supplies.
The government has maintained that the windfall tax mechanism helps prevent exporters from taking undue advantage of the price differential between domestic and overseas markets during periods of global supply disruptions and price spikes.
Industry experts noted that while the increase in duties on diesel and ATF exports may marginally impact the export profitability of refiners, the measure is intended to prioritise domestic energy security. India is one of the world's largest refining hubs and exports significant quantities of petroleum products to international markets.
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Read the full article at India Today →The Indian government has increased the windfall gains tax on exports of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF). The tax on petrol remains in place for the fortnight starting June 16.
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The Indian government has increased the special additional excise duty (SAED) on diesel exports to Rs 14 per litre and on aviation turbine fuel (ATF) exports to Rs 12.5 per litre, effective from June 16. The export duty on petrol remains unchanged at Rs 1.5 per litre. Domestic fuel prices remain unaffected by these changes. The policy aims to reduce reliance on overseas sales and ensure sufficient domestic fuel supply during geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
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The Indian government has increased the Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED), often referred to as a windfall profit tax, on the export of diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF). The SAED on diesel exports has been raised to Rs 14 per litre from Rs 13.5 per litre, while the duty on ATF exports has been increased to Rs 12.5 per litre from Rs 9.5 per litre. The changes take effect from June 16. Petrol export duties remain unchanged at Rs 1.5 per litre. The move follows ongoing volatility in global oil markets due to the escalating conflict in West Asia and potential developments in a possible U
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information regarding policy changes without overtly favoring any political stance. It explains the increase in taxes on diesel and ATF exports, provides specific figures, and mentions the context of global market volatility and geopolitical events. There is no evident倾向
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