Patna HC Grants Record 463 Bails in Liquor Cases
Patna High Court sets new record by granting 463 bails in prohibition cases in one day, criticizing poor implementation of liquor laws and incarceration for small quantities.
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Patna Police Arrest Alleged Liquor Supplier
Patna police arrested an alleged liquor supplier near GPO roundabout during a vehicle-checking drive. Foreign liquor was recovered from his car.
Nagpur Police Seize ₹5.68 Lakh Liquor Ahead of Civic Polls
Nagpur Police conducted a special drive against illegal liquor trade ahead of municipal corporation elections, registering 24 cases and seizing materials worth ₹5.68 lakh.
Patna HC fines state Rs 50k for wrongfully sealing house
Patna High Court imposes Rs 50,000 cost on Bihar authorities for arbitrarily sealing a woman's residential house in Jehanabad without legal basis, ordering immediate unsealing.
Ahmedabad Police Bust Liquor Party at Influencer's Home
Ahmedabad police raided a social media influencer's residence near Gujarat University police station, detaining 16 people for illegal liquor consumption during Uttarayan celebrations.
Mumbai BMC Polls See Illegal Liquor Trade Surge
Mumbai witnesses a sharp rise in illegal liquor trade ahead of BMC elections, with arrests tripling and seizures soaring as political operatives mobilize voters in slum areas.
Bombay HC Rejects Liquor Vendors' Plea on Poll Day Ban
The Bombay High Court declined to restrict liquor sale ban only to polling day, upholding Maharashtra rules that prohibit sales before, during, and after elections.
Bihar's Booze Smuggling: Horses, Trains & Hidden Tricks
From horseback transport to train engine concealment, Bihar's liquor smugglers employ increasingly inventive methods to bypass prohibition enforcement in the dry state.
RJD Leader Arrested in Darbhanga Liquor Smuggling Case
Darbhanga police arrested an RJD youth wing functionary and another person for liquor smuggling. Police seized 187.92 litres of foreign liquor worth ₹3 lakh and uncovered a network.
Ballia Police Seize English Liquor Worth ₹17.7 Lakh
Ballia police seized 2780 litres of English liquor worth ₹17.7 lakh from a pickup truck after a dramatic chase near Varanasi. Read the full details of the crackdown on illicit liquor trade.
Jaipur: 27 liquor shops sealed, owners protest
Jaipur's excise department sealed 27 liquor shops for alleged violations. Owners claim arbitrary action, saying they met sales targets. Read the full details of the dispute.
300 illicit liquor cartons seized in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police confiscate 300 cartons of illegal liquor in a major raid, arresting one suspect. Details on the operation and ongoing investigation inside.
Ludhiana Excise Dept Fines 13 Eateries for Illegal Liquor
Ludhiana's Excise Department has intensified its crackdown on eateries illegally serving liquor. 13 establishments fined over ₹1.5 lakh in recent raids. Details inside.
Hooch Tragedy in Samastipur: One Dead, Son Blinded
A man died and his son lost his eyesight after consuming spurious liquor in Bihar's dry Samastipur district. Police investigation underway as the state's prohibition policy faces scrutiny.
Hazaribag: 687 Litres Illicit Liquor Seized, 6 Accused Absconding
A joint excise team seized 477 litres of foreign liquor and 210 litres of spirit in Hazaribag. One arrested, six booked and absconding. Read the full details of the police crackdown.
Gujarat's Prohibition Law Eased in GIFT City to Woo Investors
Gujarat's recent relaxation of its prohibition law in GIFT City highlights the state's balancing act between a decades-old dry law and the demands of global business. Explore the history and impact of this pivotal change.
Rajasthan's New Year liquor sales hit record Rs 119 crore
Rajasthan's New Year celebrations saw record liquor sales exceeding Rs 119 crore, a Rs 5 crore jump from last year. Jaipur led the festivities with hundreds of venues. Discover the premium import trend driving the surge.
9 Arrested in Patna Illegal Liquor Raid, 66 Litres Seized
Patna authorities arrested nine individuals and seized 66 litres of illegal country-made liquor in a major raid in Kankarbagh. DM vows strict enforcement of prohibition laws. Read the full details.
Notorious Gujarat bootlegger Ajay Shingla arrested in Gurugram
Key liquor supplier Ajay Shingla, wanted in multiple Gujarat prohibition cases, was arrested in Haryana. Police seized devices worth Rs 86,000 to dismantle his interstate network. Read the full story.
Bengaluru Locals Oppose Liquor Shop Near School, Temple
Residents of ECC Road in Bengaluru's Whitefield area are up in arms against a proposed liquor store near a school and temple. Read about their legal fight and community concerns.
Rs 30 Lakh Foreign Liquor Seized in Motihari Fodder Truck
Motihari excise officials, acting on a tip-off, intercepted a truck from UP and seized 100 cartons of foreign liquor concealed in fodder. Read the full story of the smuggling attempt.
Man arrested for smuggling liquor at Kanpur Central Station
GRP personnel at Kanpur Central Railway Station arrested a 24-year-old man smuggling illicit liquor to Bihar. The police recovered 48 quarters of English liquor worth Rs 10,000. Read the full details of the operation.
MML Demand Surges, Supply Chain Faces Strain
Maharashtra Made Liquor (MML) sees unexpected high demand since October launch, causing supply shortages. Retailers report weekly stockouts as manufacturers race to scale up production. Discover the price and quality factors driving its popularity.
Liquor Mafia's New Train Smuggling Formula Exposed in Prayagraj
GRP Prayagraj arrests youth, uncovers liquor mafia's new train-route smuggling tactic using unemployed youths. Details on the commission-based network and police probe inside.
MSIL's New Year's Eve liquor sales hit Rs 181.1 crore
Karnataka's MSIL outlets saw liquor sales nearly double on New Year's Eve, earning a record Rs 181.1 crore. Discover the festive surge and top-selling brands.
Gujarat: 1,700+ arrests in New Year prohibition crackdown
Gujarat police arrested over 1,700 individuals for prohibition violations during New Year's week. Valsad led with 1,149 arrests, while Ahmedabad and Surat saw major crackdowns. Read the full report on the statewide enforcement drive.
238 held in Ahmedabad for prohibition violations on NYE
Ahmedabad police arrested 238 individuals for prohibition law violations between New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. The crackdown, focusing on drunk driving and liquor possession, saw major seizures. Read more about the intensive night-long operation.
MSIL Sells Rs 18.11 Crore Liquor in Karnataka on Dec 31
Karnataka's MSIL recorded double liquor sales worth Rs 18.11 crore on New Year's Eve 2025, with Mysuru leading at Rs 3.04 crore. Discover the full state-wide sales breakdown.
AP Liquor Sales Rise 8% in Dec 2025 on Festive Demand
Andhra Pradesh's liquor sales surged to Rs 2,767 crore in December 2025, an 8% year-on-year rise. Year-end celebrations drove a 60% spike in the final three days. Explore the district-wise data and key drivers.
353 Arrested in Ahmedabad on New Year's Eve for Liquor Violations
Ahmedabad Police arrested 353 people for liquor consumption, possession, and drunk driving on New Year's Eve 2025-26. Massive security deployment ensured city safety. Read the full report.
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