<h1>State replaces Rs 500 stamp paper with digital e-bond for import-export transactions, streamlining bonds and boosting transparency</h1> A state government has replaced paper stamp bonds with a digital 'e-bond' system for import-export transactions, becoming the 16th state to do so. The rule change legally substitutes electronic bonds for Rs 500 stamp papers previously required for trade bonds, streamlining bond issuance-about 3,000-4,000 monthly-and reducing administrative friction. The measure is intended to expedite customs-related procedures, enhance transparency, curb revenue leakage, boost state receipts, and support environmental goals. Authorities anticipate the reform will strengthen the state's standing on ease-of-doing-business indices by digitizing a statutory bonding requirement.