Economy

India Reduces Windfall Tax on Fuel Exports Effective Saturday

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THE BRIEF
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The Indian government has revised the windfall tax on fuel exports, reducing levies on diesel and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) effective Saturday, August 15, 2026.

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The Special Additional Excise Duty (SAED) on petrol exports has been reduced to nil, reflecting adjustments in global crude oil price trends.

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These tax revisions are intended to balance domestic supply requirements with the profitability of oil marketing companies amidst fluctuating international energy prices.