Logistics & TMS Glossary
Plain-English explanations of the terms used across Indian logistics — TMS, compliance, fleet tracking, and operations.
Consignment Note
Consignment Note — alternate name for a Lorry Receipt; the primary transport document acknowledging receipt of goods by a road transporter in India.
E-Invoice
E-Invoice — mandatory electronic invoice format under GST for B2B transactions above ₹5 Cr turnover, generated and validated through the IRP portal.
E-Way Bill
Mandatory electronic compliance document in India for moving goods worth over ₹50,000. Generated on the GST portal, linking consignor, transporter, and consignee.
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Goods and Services Tax — India's unified indirect tax regime applicable to the supply of goods and services, including logistics and freight transport.
GST Invoice
GST Invoice — a tax invoice issued under India's GST law that includes mandatory fields like GSTIN, HSN/SAC codes, place of supply, and applicable tax rates.
Lorry Receipt (LR)
The primary transport document in Indian road freight — proof of receipt by the transporter, contract of carriage, and the document against which delivery is taken.
POD (Proof of Delivery)
Proof of Delivery — the document or digital confirmation that a shipment has been delivered to the consignee and received in good condition.
Sarathi
Sarathi — India's centralized driving licence platform used for licence issuance, renewals, verification, and driver compliance management.
Vahan
Vahan — India's centralized vehicle registration platform used for RC verification, permits, ownership, and compliance checks.