Pongal Cash, Ration Distribution Faces Network, Biometric Delays
Technical issues at PDS shops in Chennai cause long waits for Pongal gifts. Network problems and biometric failures delay distribution of ₹3000 cash and ration items to card holders.
Category : Search result: liquor shops relocation
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.
Ludhiana inspects sweet shops for Lohri food safety
Health officials in Ludhiana conducted surprise checks at bakeries and sweet shops to ensure food safety standards for Lohri celebrations. Inspectors warned against using newspaper wrappers and banned colours.
Madras HC Limits Marina Beach Shops to 300
Madras High Court orders Chennai Corporation to cap shops at Marina beach at 300, create hawker-free zones, and restrict sales to only three categories of items. Read the full story.
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.
Pongal Gift Packages Distributed to 11.22 Lakh in Coimbatore
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
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.
Massive Pongal Gift Distribution Begins Across Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin launches statewide Pongal gift distribution. Over 24 lakh ration card holders in delta districts & 9.46 lakh in Madurai to receive ₹3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane.
Prayagraj ETF removes 150 illegal shops in 5-hour drive
Prayagraj Municipal Corporation's ETF conducted a major anti-encroachment drive at Gadi Sarai & Ghantaghar, clearing 150 shops. Officials warn of continued action & possible use of robots.
Delhi HC Slams Excise Dept, MCD Over Liquor Shop Delay
Delhi High Court demands personal affidavit from Excise Commissioner over year-long delay in relocating a liquor vend from Swaroop Nagar. Court questions authorities' inaction affecting residents' safety. Read the full story.
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.
Kolkata's Cold Wave: Room Heaters Vanish, Prices Jump
Kolkata shivers as temperatures hit a 12-year low, causing a massive shortage of room heaters. Shop shelves empty, prices surge. Residents turn to blankets as demand outstrips supply.
Bombay HC Rules Housing Societies Not Liable for Gratuity
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
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.
Chennai's Uthandi road encroached by shops, survey done
A survey in Chennai's Uthandi found 90% of shops illegally extended onto VGP layout road, causing congestion and accidents. Authorities promise action based on the report.
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.
UP Uses GPS to Track Foodgrain Transport, Curb Theft
Uttar Pradesh mandates GPS tracking for all vehicles transporting foodgrains from FCI depots to fair price shops. Over 5,000 vehicles are now under digital surveillance to prevent diversion and black marketing.
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.
Madras HC Bans Most Shops on Chennai's Marina Beach
Madras High Court directs Chennai Corporation to restrict Marina Beach shops to food, toys, and fancy items only. The court calls 1,980 shops 'obnoxiously high'. Read the full order and its impact.
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.
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.
Kerala's LDF Govt Faces Flak Over Pro-Liquor Moves
Kerala's LDF government faces criticism as extended bar hours on New Year's Eve lead to record liquor sales, raising questions about its abstinence policy. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat liquor permit growth stalls at 1% in 2025
Gujarat's liquor health permit growth has stalled, rising just 1% in 2025. Policy shifts, GIFT City rules, and administrative delays are key factors. Read the full analysis.
Page 1 of 4