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DRI seizes 25,000 kg Pakistani watermelon seeds smuggled via Dubai

The Ministry of Finance announced on 23 October 2026 that the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 25,000 kg of watermelon seeds originating from Pakistan. The seeds, valued at about Rs. 2.02 crore, were routed through Dubai and falsely declared as UAE-origin to bypass India's import ban on Pakistani goods and restrictions on watermelon seeds.

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Finance Minister chairs 30th FSDC meeting to review India's financial stability

The Ministry of Finance announced on 23 October 2026 that Union Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman chaired the 30th meeting of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC). The Council discussed measures to protect the financial sector from cyber threats, promote Fintech innovation, and manage risks from global economic uncertainties and AI.

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On 23 October 2026: 30th Meeting of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) · Across India
Press release 2327596Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Government clarifies legal right to reduce shareholding in IDBI Bank

The Ministry of Finance stated on 17 October 2026 that the Central Government is legally permitted to dilute or divest its stake in IDBI Bank. This clarification follows reports regarding 2003 legislative debates; the Ministry noted that an amendment to restrict stake dilution was rejected and not included in the final IDBI (Repeal) Act, 2003.

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On 17 December 2018: Delhi High Court decision in All India IDBI Officers’ Association v. Union of India & Others · Across India
Press release 2324612Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Government approves sale of 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank to Canadian entity

The Ministry of Finance announced on 14 October 2026 that M/s 10955230 Canada Inc. has been approved as the strategic buyer for IDBI Bank Ltd. The transaction involves the sale of a 60.72% stake, consisting of 30.48% from the Government of India and 30.24% from the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), for Rs 52,878.0806181 crore. The Government and LIC will retain residual stakes of 15% and 19% respectively and will become public shareholders.

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Press release 2323320Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Government approves sale of 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank to Canadian entity

The Ministry of Finance announced on 14 October 2026 that the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved M/s 10955230 Canada Inc. as the strategic buyer for a 60.72% stake in IDBI Bank Ltd. The acquisition, valued at Rs 52,878.0806181 crore, includes a 30.48% share from the Government of India and 30.24% from LIC. The buyer must now present credentials to the Reserve Bank of India and provide a regulatory compliance roadmap.

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On 14 October 2026: CCEA meeting to approve Strategic Buyer (+1 more) · Across India
Press release 2323318Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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DRI busts smuggling of 7,311 metric tonnes of Pakistani rock salt

The Ministry of Finance announced on 14 October 2026 that the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) uncovered a network smuggling Pakistan-origin rock salt into India. Through "Operation Deep Manifest," the DRI detected 295 containers of salt with an estimated market value of Rs 30 crore, which were routed through Sri Lanka and used fake UAE-based documents to hide their origin.

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From 2 May 2025: import prohibition on Pakistani goods (+3 more) · Across India
Press release 2323269Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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Department of Revenue joins Special Campaign 6.0 for cleanliness and efficiency

The Ministry of Finance announced on 9 October 2026 that the Department of Revenue and its subordinate offices are participating in Special Campaign 6.0. This initiative, led by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, aims to institutionalise Swachhata (cleanliness) and ensure the effective disposal of pending references.

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From 2 October 2026: Special Campaign 6.0 (+2 more) · Across India
Press release 2321498Official release from pib.gov.in ↗ Explainer
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