Kathmandu, Nov. 8 -- The Indian government has expanded the electronic cargo tracking system for Nepal-bound shipments, allowing transit cargo movement through additional Indian ports and a new rail-road route. Officials say the move will simplify procedures, reduce transit time, ease pressure on key ports, and enhance cargo movement security.

Amending the Transhipment of Cargo to Nepal under Electronic Cargo Tracking System Regulations, 2019, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) issued a notification on Tuesday, making the decision effective immediately.

The electronic cargo tracking system (ECTS) is a technology-based solution for real-time monitoring of cargo during transit. It uses GPS or GPRS, electronic seals, an...