कर्मयोगी

It is a matter of pride to pen down the message for \"कर्मयोगी”, the e-patrika of Centre of Excellence, NACIN, New Delhi (CoE). My heart fills with immense pleasure as I perceive the progress being made at CoE. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the e- edition of magazine \"कर्मयोगी\" being published by Centre of Excellence, NACIN, New Delhi. Centre of Excellence (CoE) was conceived as an institution for significant research in the areas of taxation, tax administration management, macroeconomic policies, fiscal federalism and other related issues. Over the past few months, the team, handpicked and compact, has been constantly working to push the boundaries of innovation and excellence, with a focus on delivering concrete outcomes in area like emerging technologies, outreach and engagement programs on litigation management, use of WCO accredited labs for Customs formation like CRCL. This has made an encouraging impact in the educating tax administrators, the public finance academia, and public finance policy makers and other stakeholders. From significant research to dynamic collaborations and, we are proud to share some of our most notable accomplishments with publishing this newsletter. CoE committed to embracing the newer frontiers of knowledge in our domain areas, and our research initiatives are a testament to that commitment. DoR Chair at NLSIU, Bengaluru, has been assigned four different topics for research during the current academic year, which includes; study on input credit scheme, taxation of cross border services; success rate of high value cases in tax matters; and study on special valuation branches. Besides, CoE is honoured to be among first Central Training institute in India to undertake research work in collaboration with Capacity Building Commission of India and ISB Hyderabad on various topics of impact studies on GST, on completion of successful five years of roll out of GST. 1

In addition to its research endeavours, the CoE has also been actively engaged in a variety of collaborative efforts. In collaboration with Capacity Building Commission (CBC), the CoE organised a capacity building course on the topic ‘Emerging Technologies’. With this, NACIN became the first CTI to organise a capacity Building programme with CBC. Through these collaborations, we are able to leverage the expertise and resources of a wide range of stakeholders to achieve our collective goals. I believe that \"कर्मयोगी \" is more than just a magazine. From writing, editing to design, each and every one from the team of Centre of Excellence has made a valuable contribution to the final print. I would like to extend my thanks to each and every one of you for your hard work and dedication over the past year. Your contributions to the Centre of Excellence are praiseworthy, and I am proud to lead such a committed team. As we look to the future, I am enthused about the opportunities that lie ahead, including exploring new ways for imparting training and research in the taxation matters as well as Centre -State tax administration capacity building exercises. I encourage you all to continue to share your ideas, feedback, and contributions to make Centre of Excellence, NACIN a premier wing of the department in the area of research in taxation matters. I sincerely thanks team CoE once again for their hard work and commitment in publishing this e-patrika. Sincerely, (Neeta Lall Butalia) Pr. Director General, NACIN 2

Dear valued readers, I am delighted to present to you the first edition of our e- patrika \"कर्मयोगी \" , showcasing the ongoing efforts and achievements of Centre of Excellence, NACIN, New Delhi. Government of India has launched Mission “कर्मयोगी”, a National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building (NPCSCP). The programme aims at building a future-ready civil service with the right attitude, skills and knowledge, aligned to the vision of New India. It also aims to prepare Indian Civil Servants for the future by making them more creative, constructive, imaginative, proactive, innovative, progressive, professional, energetic, transparent, and technology-enabled. Indeed, Centre of Excellence by way of its mandate and its various accomplishments is acting as an institute of excellence, fully justifying the name of the magazine as \"कर्मयोगी\", acting as an incubator of ideas for transforming activities, knowledge and skills to equip the officers and staff be geared from rule to role-based orientation. In yet another joint project with CBC and other academic institutions such as IBS, CoE has contemplated to conduct research/case study on five years of successful completion of GST. This way CoE is always looking for ways to work together and achieve great things. Finally, I am thrilled to share some of the amazing social responsibility initiatives that we have been involved in. Centre of Excellence, NACIN has identified some of schools of the nearby area, who were deprived of the basic amenities of clear drinking water and hygienic washrooms. Water cooler has been provided to them and their 3

washrooms were also got renovated. Besides, educational programs and public lectures for awareness pertaining to NDPS Act were also organised, with an aim to protect the public and especially students of the drug abuse I hope that this e-patrika provides you with an insightful glimpse into the many accomplishments of Centre of Excellence, NACIN and we look forward to continuing to share our progress with you in the months and years to come. Sincerely, (Ramesh Chander) Additional Director General Centre of Excellence, NACIN, New Delhi. 4

Centre of Excellence (CoE) was conceived as an institution for significant research in the areas of taxation, tax administration management, macroeconomic policies, fiscal federalism and other related issues. CoE is devoted to educating tax administrators, the public finance academia, and public finance policy makers. The CBIC (earlier CBEC) in its meeting on 30.08.2001, approved the proposal to set up a CoE which was expected to facilitate the development of professionalism for fulfilling the expectations from the department. The new era for CoE was started when the CoE acquired its own premises at NBCC plaza, 3rd floor, Tower 3rd and 4th, Pushp Vihar, Sec-5, Saket, New Delhi-110017 in the year 2011. CoE is housed in a beautiful premises and having state of art facilities for organising workshops/ Training/Online Training/ Seminars/Panel Discussions etc. CoE is having a well-equipped classroom to accommodate 40 participants, a computer lab for hands-on training and also a conference room. 5

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The Board in its meeting in 2011 put up a proposal to constitute a nine-member Governing body for CoE with two years tenure, extendable by another one year. The Governing body had a mandate to lay down procedures for selection of Research fellows, standards of research, and approve funding for research. A new Governing Body was constituted on 09.02.2017 under the Chairmanship of Member (Admn.), CBIC. The objectives of CoE NACIN are as under: - (i) Be Centre of research and development in areas of Customs, GST, Narcotics and Taxation; (ii) Facilitate the development of professionalism for fulfilling the expectations from the department; (iii) Prepare NACIN and the RTIs to meet the challenges involved in delivering training in the areas of current and future concerns of the department; (iv) Create and manage ‘Knowledge Forum’ for CBIC; (v) Be the institutional arrangement for providing intellectual support to CBIC; and (vi) Undertake training programmes for stakeholders through public-private partnership modes; DoR Chair: An MoU dated 29.03.2016 was signed between National Law School India University (NLSIU) and Department of Revenue (DoR) for establishment of a DoR Chair in NLSUI. Centre of Excellence has been assigned the task for the Secretariat of the same. The first meeting was held under the chairmanship of Prof. (Dr.) R. Venkata Rao, then Vice Chancellor, NLSUI. In its 2nd meeting held on 28.10.2016 Shri P.R. Chandrashekhran was selected as the 1st Chair professor and since then Thirteen meetings have taken place. Several topics for research and furtherance were 7

assigned to the Chair from time to time and the reports submitted by the Chair were sent to the relevant offices for further examination and utilization. Shri M Vinod Kumar (IRS, Retd.) is the current Chair professor. Besides CoE from time to time has also developed training modules for Audit, Search Seizure and Arrest, Assessment and examination of E-commerce exports of jewellery through courier mode and circulated the same along all the ZTIs for use as a training module. Further, focused Group on enhancing risk management for SCOMET & Port Security constituted with Member (Investigation) as Chairman and Commissioner (Inv.-Cus) as Secretary, had assigned NACIN the task of designing a suitable curriculum on the subject. The Centre of Excellence developed the required training module on ‘SCOMET’, and submitted the same to the NACIN Faridabad. ************ 8

1. Carbon Foot printing and its importance in addressing climate change – Carbon foot printing is the process of measuring the amount of greenhouse gases, specifically carbon dioxide, that are emitted into the atmosphere as a result of human activities. This measurement is typically expressed in terms of the equivalent amount of carbon dioxide that would be emitted by burning a certain amount of fossil fuels. Carbon foot printing can be used to evaluate the environmental impact of an individual, organization, or product, and to identify opportunities for reducing emissions and improving sustainability. 2. Overview of greenhouse gases and their impact on the environment – 2.1 Greenhouse gases are gases in the Earth's atmosphere that trap heat, leading to an increase in global temperatures, a phenomenon known as the greenhouse effect. The primary greenhouse gases are water vapor, carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and ozone (O3). These gases allow sunlight to pass through the Earth's atmosphere, but trap heat that would otherwise escape into space, warming the planet. Human activities, such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and agriculture, have significantly increased the concentrations of these gases in the atmosphere, leading to an acceleration of the greenhouse effect and global warming. This is causing changes in the climate such as rising sea levels, more severe storms, and more frequent heat waves and droughts, which can have devastating impacts on the environment and human populations. 3. Methods for measuring and calculating carbon footprints, including direct and indirect emissions – There are several methods for measuring and calculating carbon footprints, including: (i) Direct emissions, (ii) Indirect emissions, (iii) Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol, (iv) Carbon Trust Standard, (v) The ISO 14064. There are many other methodologies and tools available for measuring and calculating carbon footprints, such as the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) or the Climate Registry's General Reporting Protocol 4. Identification of major sources of emissions, such as electricity consumption, transportation, and industrial processes – The major sources of greenhouse gas emissions are: 1. Electricity production, particularly from the burning of fossil fuels 9

2. Transportation, mainly from the burning of gasoline and diesel fuel in vehicles. 3. Industrial processes, including the production of cement, steel, and other materials, as well as the refining of oil and processing of chemical fertilizers. 4. Agriculture, particularly from livestock production and the use of synthetic fertilizers. 5. Buildings, mainly from heating and cooling needs. 6. Waste management, mainly from landfills and waste-to-energy facilities. 5. Strategies for reducing emissions and improving sustainability, such as energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable transportation – 1. Energy Efficiency: Implementing energy-efficient practices and technologies can significantly reduce emissions from buildings, industry, and transportation. This can include upgrading insulation, lighting and HVAC systems, using energy-efficient appliances, and implementing building management systems. 2. Renewable Energy: Increasing the use of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power can reduce emissions from the electricity sector. 3. Sustainable Transportation: Encouraging the use of low-emission vehicles, public transportation, and active transportation (e.g. walking and biking) can reduce emissions from the transportation sector. 4. Carbon Capture and Storage: Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is the process of capturing carbon dioxide from power plants or industrial processes and storing it underground. CCS can help to reduce emissions from the power and industrial sectors. 5. Green Building: Green building is the practice of designing, constructing, and operating buildings and infrastructure with a focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, and the use of sustainable materials. This can reduce emissions from the building sector 6. Afforestation and reforestation: planting new forests and maintaining existing forests can help to sequester carbon and reduce emissions. 7. Education and awareness: Education and awareness campaigns can help to educate the public about the importance of sustainability and ways to reduce emissions, encouraging individuals and communities to take action. 6. Case studies and examples of organizations and individuals who have successfully implemented carbon footprint reduction initiatives – Case studies and examples of organizations and individuals who have successfully implemented carbon footprint reduction initiatives. 10

• General Motors has set a goal to be 100% powered by renewable energy by 2050 and has already reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 30% from 2010 levels. • Wal-Mart has set a goal to be powered by 100% renewable energy and to produce zero waste. • The city of Copenhagen has set a goal to be carbon neutral by 2025. • Patagonia, an outdoor clothing company, has set a goal to be carbon neutral by 2025. • The European Union is also taking efforts to reduce carbon foot print; it has set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% below 1990 levels by 2030 and to become carbon neutral by 2050. 7. Opportunities for individuals to assess their own carbon footprint and develop action plans for reducing their impact on the environment – There are several opportunities for individuals to assess their own carbon footprint and develop action plans for reducing their impact on the environment. Some examples include: 1. Carbon calculators. 2. Carbon footprint assessments. 3. Carbon offset programs. 4. Sustainable living guides. 5. Carbon footprint reduction plan. 6. Green energy options. Bhagwat Dayal Assistant Director ************** 11

“Each of us has our own unique flaws. We’re all cracked pots. In this world, nothing goes to waste. You may think like the cracked pot that you are inefficient or useless in certain areas of your life, but somehow these flaws can turn out to be a blessing in disguise.” An elderly woman living in the countryside had two large pots, She would carry the pots each hung on the ends of a pole across her neck to the stream. One of the pots had a crack in it while the other pot was perfect and always delivered a full portion of water. At the end of the long walk from the stream to the house, the cracked pot arrived only half full. For a full two years this went on daily, with the woman bringing home only one and a half pots of water. Of course, the perfect pot was proud of its accomplishments. But the poor cracked pot was ashamed of its own imperfection, and miserable that it could only do half of what it had been made to do. After 2 years of what it perceived to be bitter failure, it spoke to the woman one day by the stream and said, “I am ashamed of myself, because this crack in my side causes water to leak out all the way back to your house.” The old woman smiled, “Did you notice that there are flowers on your side of the path, but not on the other pot’s side? That’s because I have always known about your flaw, so I planted flower seeds on your side of the path, and every day while we walk back, you water them.” “For two years I have been able to pick these beautiful flowers to decorate the table.” Without you being just the way you are, there would not be this beauty to grace the house.” Each of us has his own unique flaw… But it’s the cracks and flaws we each have that make our lives together so very interesting and rewarding. You’ve just got to take each person for what they are and look for the good in them. Bhoopanand Sharma Assistant Director ************** 12

Listening is the single most crucial skill in communicating and building your business, it increases productivity, boosts confidence and reduces errors. Listening can have numerous benefits, including making you popular, building your personal brand and expanding your relationship network. The importance of listening has been emphasised since ancient times. The Greek philosopher Diogenes once said, “We have two ears and one tongue so to listen more and talk less” In fact, researchers estimate that we only remember 25–50% of what we hear. So, why is listening in danger of extinction? According to Seth Horowitz, an auditory neuroscientist from Brown University, “Listening is a skill we’re in danger of losing in a world of digital distractions and information overload.” Why be a good listener Listening is the gateway to learning. It opens up new avenues of growth and knowledge. The lesson gained through careful listening is sticky and long-lasting. People who listen well are liked and admired. It’s easier and more fruit to talk to such people. Because they listen well, they give you better advice and solution. These are the people you can count on. These are the people you can look for valuable advice. Listening makes you calm and considerate. Listening versus hearing In order to get the most out of the information we are presented with, we have to make sure we are always listening and not just hearing. So, what is the difference between listening and hearing? There are many differences. Listening is something altogether different from hearing, an unintentional (or possibly intentional) experience of one of your senses at work. What we hear may or may not become a part of us over time. Yet, what we truly listen to soaks into us at that very moment. Hearing is the act of perceiving and receiving sound; it’s the use 13

of one of your senses. Listening, on the other hand, is the act of hearing a sound and understanding what you hear. Hearing is easy. You just cannot control what your ears catch. Listening is harder. When you are listening, you are consciously choosing what you want to hear. Listening is a choice. Listening requires the willingness to focus and the act of providing your full attention. Listening requires engagement and may require follow-up questions for full clarity and visibility. Listening is an art, requiring practice, skill, spirit, and inspiration. Are you listening? - You probably aren’t listening if you are multi-tasking — texting, checking emails, listening to music and reading. - You probably aren’t listening if you can only remember the main idea but cannot remember details of the conversation. - You probably aren’t listening if all of your responses are neutral. If you do have questions or feedback, you are more likely to remember the conversation as it relates to you. - You probably aren’t listening if you leave the conversation with the same information you started with. How to improve skill of listening? There are a few simple things that you can do to improve your skill of listening. 1. Pay attention- Be attentive, but relaxed, face the speaker, maintain eye contact and listen to the words and try to picture what the speaker is saying. 2. Use Non-verbal cues- Pay attention to what isn't said—to nonverbal cues. 3. Keep the conversation alive- Ask questions only to ensure understanding. 4. Keep the speaker on track- Give the speaker regular feedback but wait for the speaker to pause to ask clarifying questions. 5. Avoid judgement- Keep an open mind. 6. Don't interrupt and don't impose your \"solutions.\" Arvind Singh Additional Assistant Director ************ 14

Emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Machine Learning have transformed the way we live and work. These technologies have the potential to revolutionize the way governments function, and can bring about significant changes in Indirect taxation in India, such as the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and Customs. GST is one of the most significant reforms in Indirect Taxation in India that aims to simplify the taxation system and make it more transparent, efficient, and easier to comply with. The implementation of GST has been a significant challenge. The usage of emerging technologies such as AI, Blockchain, NLP, and Machine Learning can help overcome these challenges. AI has the potential to transform the way GST is administered. AI-based systems can analyze large amounts of data and detect anomalies or discrepancies, making it easier for authorities to identify fraudulent activities. AI has the ability to see hidden or emerging patterns in existing data. These patterns help improve performance without especially programming the system and can be used as an analytical tool. This information helps to figure out which citizens have been skimming on paying their taxes. AI can also automate various tasks such as tax return processing, thereby reducing the burden on tax authorities. For instance, AI-powered chatbots can help taxpayers file their returns, answer their queries, and provide assistance in real-time. AI has the potential to revolutionize the Indian Customs also. With the implementation of AI, Customs officials can analyze vast amounts of data more efficiently and accurately than ever before. This can help identify potential fraud or smuggling attempts, as well as facilitate faster and more efficient clearance of 15

legitimate goods. Additionally, AI can be used to predict future trends and patterns in trade, allowing Customs officials to make more informed decisions about trade policies and procedures. In the fight against narcotics, emerging technologies like AI and NLP are being used to detect and prevent drug trafficking. AI algorithms can analyze data from multiple sources, including social media, transaction records, and other sources, to identify patterns and anomalies that may indicate drug trafficking activity. NLP can also be used to analyze text messages and other communications between suspected drug traffickers, providing valuable insights into their activities and strategies. Additionally, NLP can be used to monitor online drug markets and detect the sale of illegal drugs, allowing law enforcement officials to take action to shut down these operations. Blockchain is an emerging technology which is a decentralized, digital ledger technology that allows secure and transparent recording of transactions. It is essentially a distributed database that is managed by a network of computers rather than a central authority. In the context of GST and Indian customs, blockchain technology can be used to create a secure and transparent system for recording and tracking transactions between businesses and the government. It can enable the GST and Indian customs authorities to create a secure and transparent system for recording these transactions. Each transaction would be recorded on a digital ledger which is tamper proof, and the ledger would be shared among all the parties involved in the transaction. This would create a single source of truth that could be accessed and verified by all parties. Blockchain technology can reduce the administrative burden on businesses, as they would only need to file their transactions once on the blockchain. 16

Another emerging technology is Machine learning which is also a subfield of artificial intelligence (AI) that involves building computer algorithms and models that can learn and improve from data without being explicitly programmed. It allows computers to learn and make decisions based on patterns and trends in data, rather than following rigid rules or pre-programmed instructions. The importance of machine learning has grown rapidly in recent times, thanks to the explosion of big data and the increasing availability of powerful computing resources. It can play an important role in improving the efficiency and accuracy of GST (Goods and Services Tax) and Indian customs processes. It can be utilized in areas like fraud detection, risk assessment, predictive analytics, automation, real time monitoring as ML algorithms can analyze large amounts of data to identify patterns that may indicate fraudulent activity and it can also be used to assess the risk associated with each transaction, allowing GST and customs authorities to prioritize their resources and focus on high-risk transactions. While emerging technologies have the potential to transform Indirect taxation in India, they also pose several challenges. One of the primary challenges is the lack of skilled personnel to implement and maintain these technologies. Another challenge is the issue of data security and privacy. Another challenge is the issue of data security and privacy. Emerging technologies rely on large amounts of data, and it is essential to ensure that this data is protected from unauthorized access or theft. In conclusion, emerging technologies such as AI, Blockchain, NLP, and Machine Learning can improve compliance with GST regulations, reduce administrative burden, and enhance the transparency of the taxation system. However, the need is to address the challenges posed by these technologies, such as the lack of skilled personnel and need to develop robust data protection policies and regulations, to ensure their successful implementation. With the right policies and investments in place, these technologies can help bring about significant changes in Indirect taxation in India, and improve the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the taxation. Nitish Garg Inspector *************** 17

“In life, things happen around us, things happen to us, but the only thing that truly matters is how you choose to react to it and what you make out of it. Life is all about leaning, adopting and converting all the struggles that we experience into something positive.” 18

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18व ां G20 र ष्टर् ध्यक्षां और श सन ध्यक्षंा क शशखर सम्मेलन 9-10 शसतंाबर 2023 कष नई शिल्ली में हषग । यह शशखर सम्मेलन मंाशियष,ंा वररष्ठ अशिक ररयषां और न गररक सम जषंा के बीच पूरे वर्ष आयषशजत हषने व ली सभी G20 प्रशिय ओां और बैठकषंा की पररणशत हषगी। नई शिल्ली शशखर सम्मेलन के सम पन पर G20 नेत ओां की एक घषर्ण कष अपन य ज एग , शजसमें सांबांशित मंाशिस्तरीय और क यष समूह की बैठकषंा के िौर न चच ष की गई और सहमत प्र थशमकत ओां के प्रशत नेत ओां की प्रशतबद्धत कष बत य ज एग । 1. G20 की स्थापना G20 की स्थ पन 1999 मंे एशशय ई शवत्तीय संाकट के ब ि शवत्त मांशियषंा और कंे द्रीय बैंक के गवनषरषां के शलए वैशिक आशथषक और शवत्तीय मुद्षां पर चच ष करने के शलए एक मांच के रूप मंे की गई थी। 2. G20 के सदस्य ग्रुप ऑफ ट्वेंटी (G20) में 19 िेश अजंेटीन (, ऑस्ट्रेशलय , ब्र जील, कन ड , चीन, फ् ांस, जमषनी, भ रत, इांडषनेशशय , इटली, ज प न, कषररय गणर ज्य, मैक्सिकष, रूस, सऊिी अरब, िशक्ण अफ्ीक , तुशकष ये, यून इटेड शकंा गडम और सांयुक्त र ज्य अमेररक और यूरषपीय संाघ श शमल हंै। )G20 सिस्य िेशषां मंे वैशिक सकल घरे लू उत्प ि क लगभग 85%, वैशिक व्य प र क 75% से अशिक और शवि की लगभग िषशतह ई आब िी है।- 3. अतिति देश वें 18G20 र ष्टर् ध्यक्षंा और श सन ध्यक्षंा क शशखर सम्मेलन मंे ब ांग्ल िेश, इशजप्ट, मॉरीशस, नीिरलैंड, न इजीररय , ओम न, शसांग पुर, स्पेन, संायुक्त अरब अमीर त कष अशतशथ िेश के रूप मे आमांशित शकय गय ज एग । 4. आमंतिि अंिर्ााष्ट्र ीय संगठन शनयशमत अांतर षष्टर्ीय सांगठनषां )यूएन, आईएमएफ, डब्ल्यूबी, डब्ल्यूएचओ, डब्ल्यूटीओ, आईएलओ, एफएसबी और ओईसीडी( और क्ेिीय संागठनषां )एयू, एयूडीए-एनईपीएडी और आशसय न( की पीठषां के 20

अशतररक्त G20 के अध्यक् के रूप में भ रत द्व र आईएसए, सीडीआरआई और एडीबी कष अशतशथ अंातर षष्टर्ीय सांगठनषंा के रूप में आमंाशित शकय ज एग । 5. G20 की कायाशैली 20 अध्यक्त के तहत एक वर्ष के शलए G20 एजंेड क सांच लन शकय ज त है और शशखर सम्मेलन क आयषजन शकय ज त है। G20 में िष सम न ांतर टरैक हषते हैं शवत्त टरैक और शेरप टरैक। : शवत्त मांिी और सेंटर ल बंैक के गवनषर शवत्त टरैक क नेतृत्व करते हैं जबकश शेरप टरैक क नेतृत्व शेरप करते हंै। शेरप पक् की ओर से G20 प्रशिय क समन्वय सिस्य िेशषां के शेरप ओंा द्व र शकय ज त है, जष नेत ओंा के शनजी प्रशतशनशि हषते हैं। शवत्त टरैक क नेतृत्व सिस्य िेशषां के शवत्त मंािी और संेटर ल बैंक गवनषर करते हैं। िष टरैक के भीतर, शवर्यगत रूप से उन्मुख क यष समूह हैं शजनमंे सिस्यषां के सांबांशित मंाि लयषां के स थ अशतशथ िेशषां और शवशभन्न अांतरर ष्टर्ीय सांगठनषां के प्रशतशनशि भ ग लेते/स थ आमांशित- । ये क यष समूह प्रत)शवत्त टरैक मुख्य रूप से शवत्त मंाि लय के नेतृत्व मंे है( हंै येक अध्यक्त के पूरे क यषक ल मंे शनयशमत बैठकें करते हैं। शेरप वर्ष के िौर न हुई व त ष क पयषवेक्ण करते हंै, शशखर सम्मेलन के शलए एजंेड आइटम पर चच ष करते हंै और G20 के मूल क यष क समन्वय करते हंै। इसके अल व , ऐसे सम्पकष समूह हैं जष G20 िेशषंा के न गररक सम जष,ंा स ांसिष,ंा शवच र मचष,ां मशहल ओ,ां युव ओ,ां श्रशमकष,ां व्यवस यषंा और शषिकत षओां कष एक स थ ल ते हैं। इस समूह क कषई स्थ यी सशचव लय नहीां है। इसकी अध्यक्त टर षइक द्व र समशथषत है शपछल -, वतषम न और आने व ल अध्यक्त । भ रत की अध्यक्त के िौर न, टर षइक में िमशः इंाडषनेशशय , भ रत और ब्र जील श शमल हषगंा े। Kamal Kumar Stenographer *********** 21

Workshop on Prosecution in Tax matters In collaboration with DoR chair and NLSIU Bengaluru, a two days workshop cum training on the “Prosecution in Tax matters”, was organised on 24th and 25th November,2022, which was attended by officers of the level of JC/ADC and above, from formations across the country. 22

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Course on Introduction to Emerging Technologies\" for CBIC Officers Under the aegis of Capacity Building Commission and in collaboration with Wadhwani Institute of Technology and Policy (WITP) organised a two days course on \"Introduction to Emerging Technologies\" for CBIC Officers on December 20 and 21, 2022. The two-day course touched upon various facets of new technologies which are relevant in this era of extensive data analysis and automation. 24

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Workshop cum training programme Inspection, Search, Seizure and Arrest for State Tax Officers Organised a training for the 220 State GST officers of 09 different states on ‘Inspection, Search, Seizure and Arrest’ on 18.01.2023 so as to understand the manner of investigation and sensitize them about the provisions and practical aspects of provisions of inspection, search, seizure and arrest in GST regime. States have been asked to inform about their respective training needs so that in future also similar trainings can be organised. 26

Panel discussion on Nurturing the Next Generation: Promoting a Culture of Knowledge-sharing and Professional Pride in Customs Centre of Excellence, NACIN organised panel discussion on January 20, 2023 on the theme of \"Nurturing the Next Generation: Promoting a Culture of Knowledge-sharing and Professional Pride in Customs\" of WCO. Key panellists include Sh. Harish Hande, Founder SELCO Foundation and Ramon Magsaysay Award Winner, 2011 and Sh. D P Dash, Chairman of International Panel of Experts of the UN Security Council monitoring sanctions. The discussion was organised in phygital (physical plus online) which was attended by 60 participants physically and 500 participants joined from across India covering NACIN ZTIs/RTIs, CGST and Customs Zones and more than 200 newly inducted recruits who received appointment letters from Hon'ble PM in the Rozgar Mela. 27

Workshop cum training course of “Cyber Forensic: Tracing Digital Footprints for Effective Investigation and Prosecution Under GST Centre of Excellence organised a two day training course of “Cyber Forensic : Tracing Digital Footprints for Effective Investigation and Prosecution Under GST” on 15th and 16 the March,2023 for officers of Haryana and Delhi state GST as well as officers of Delhi CGST. The training was well received by the participants. Sh. Harshal Arora, Advocate and Sh. Milind Agarwal, Cyber Security Expert, were among the lead speakers. 28

Awareness campaign about Drugs and Provisions of NDPS Act, 1985 for college students Centre of Excellence, NACIN, organised a lecture on awareness about drugs and provisions of NDPS Act, 1985 for students and faculty of JIMS college Rohini New Delhi on 20.03.2023. Two hundred students participated in the session. The session was highly interactive and it sensitized the students about drug menace and its adverse impact on their physical, mental and social wellbeing. The student took oath not to consume any kind of narcotic, psychotropic substances and further spread the awareness among others. 29

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Onsite visit cum hands on Workshop to CRCL for sensitization of Custom Officers The Centre of Excellence organized one day onsite cum hands on workshop at CRCL on 02.05.2023 on the procedures for sampling, testing techniques for revenue augmentation, disposal of provisional assessment pendency, Food and Safety Standard compliance and resolution of classification and valuation issues by Customs field formations. 31

Open House to discuss various practical aspects related to the facility of Electronic Cash Ledger for payment of customs duty Centre of Excellence, NACIN in collaboration with DG Systems, organised an open house session on 4th May,2023 at C.R. Building, I.P. Estate, New Delhi to discuss on the various aspects of ECL and reply to the queries of stakeholders. “The noblest search is the search for Excellence” ************************************ 32