26^th January, 2026

Republic Day was celebrated with pride and solemnity at National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics, Palasamudram, in the presence of Dr. M. Subramanyam, Principal Director General, NACIN, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Officer Trainees of the 75th and 76th Batches of IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) presented a splendid parade, displaying exemplary discipline, synchronisation, and a deep sense of pride.

In his address, the Pr. DG underscored that Republic Day is a reminder of the constitutional values of integrity, discipline, and service to the nation. He emphasised that NACIN shapes officers of character as much as competence, and urged the trainees to make the most of their training and prepare themselves to shoulder responsibilities with professionalism and commitment.

24^th January, 2026

Celebrating 50 years of excellence!

NACIN Palasamudram is proud to host the Golden Jubilee Reunion of the 1974 & 1975 Batch of IRS (C&IT) from Jan 22–24, 2026.

Highlights of this landmark journey:
🏛️ Inauguration of the new Alumni Center
🤝 Inter-generational "Life Lessons" interaction with Officer Trainees
🧠 Wellness & Cognitive Vitality session with Dr. Shubha Srinivasan
🛕Immersive visit to the historic Lepakshi temple (IKS)

Bridging the legacy of 1975 with the future of 2026.

21^st January, 2026

Shri Rajesh Jindal, Pr. DG, Directorate General of Systems and Data Management, addressed officers of the 76th Batch of IRS, who underwent hands-on training on ADVAIT (Advanced Analytics on Indirect Taxation). The programme provided practical exposure to advanced data analytics tools and their application in risk assessment, compliance management, and data-driven decision-making in indirect taxes.

He also interacted with officers of the 75th Batch of IRS, currently attending the Furbisher Course after gaining field experience. The interaction focused on operational issues faced in the Systems domain and constructive discussions on the scope for further enhancement, modernization, and user-centric improvements of tax IT systems.

19^th January, 2026

The two-week Furbisher Course for the 75th batch of IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) officers was inaugurated by the Principal Director General, NACIN, in the presence of Shri Peri Umasankar, Pr. ADG, Dr. Steephen L, and other senior officers.

The course provides a valuable platform for officers recently inducted into the field to reflect on their initial experiences, reinforce core principles of tax administration, ethics and vigilance, and enhance their professional competence through structured discussions and interactions.

19^th January, 2026

Shri Ashwani Lohani, IRSME (Retd.), former CEO of Air India, interacted with the Officer Trainees of the 75th, 76th and 77th batches of IRS (Customs & Indirect Taxes) at NACIN Palasamudram today.

Drawing from his rich experience in public sector leadership, he emphasised the centrality of integrity, ethical decision-making, and professional courage in public service. He highlighted the importance of leadership by example, institutional commitment, and maintaining personal values while navigating complex administrative challenges. His interaction offered valuable insights and inspiration to young officers at the start of their careers in public service.