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Chandigarh Anti-Encroachment Drive in Sectors 40, 20, Kajheri, Manimajra
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation launched a significant anti-encroachment operation on Wednesday, targeting illegal vendors and structures to restore pedestrian pathways and civic order. Read the full report on the crackdown.
Ludhiana: Food Stalls Encroach Footpaths, Cause Traffic Chaos
Unauthorized food stalls in Ludhiana are occupying footpaths and parking spaces, causing severe traffic congestion and pedestrian issues. Residents demand immediate action. Read more.
103 Madurai Street Vendors Allowed Back Near Temple
Madurai Corporation permits 103 evicted street vendors to resume business near Meenakshi Amman Temple. Deputy mayor cites peak season livelihood concerns. Read the full story.
Tobacco Farmers Urge PM Modi to Review Steep Excise Duty Hike
FCV tobacco farmers from Andhra Pradesh urge PM Modi & CM Naidu to review a steep excise hike, fearing a severe livelihood crisis and price crash. Read their urgent appeal.
Chandigarh MC to Add Toilets, Water at Vending Zones
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation identifies 9 vending zones for mobile toilets and 27 sites for water tankers to improve hygiene and public health for street vendors and citizens.
Karnataka Tobacco Farmers Protest New Central Excise Duty
Tobacco growers in Karnataka protest against the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill-2025, citing a massive tax hike that threatens their survival. They demand a rollback to protect farmer livelihoods.
Ranchi vendors return to cleared spots, residents frustrated
Ranchi's anti-encroachment drives offer only temporary relief as vendors return within days. Residents demand sustainable solutions and designated vending zones. Read more.
Tobacco Farmers in South India Protest Excise Duty Hike
Tobacco farmers in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh warn the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 will devastate livelihoods and boost illegal trade. Read their urgent plea to the government.
Mysuru Tobacco Farmers Worry Over Prices After Tax Hike
Mysuru tobacco growers face price uncertainty as new taxes on tobacco products loom. While current prices hover around Rs 320/kg, fears of a crash clash with hopes of a post-Sankranti surge to Rs 400/kg. Explore the market divide.
Tobacco Tax Hike Could Spur Smuggling, Warn Experts
A sharp increase in excise duty on cigarettes, effective Feb 1, 2026, may trigger a surge in illicit trade and cause revenue losses, experts caution. Read more.
Chandigarh MC Drive: 164 Challans, Illegal Vendors Removed
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's enforcement wing launched a major drive against illegal vendors and encroachments across key sectors, issuing 164 challans to ensure pedestrian safety and city aesthetics. Read more.
Cigarette Prices to Rise from February 1
Cigarettes to cost more as new excise duty and 40% GST kick in from February 1. Check the new price slabs and tax changes for all tobacco products.
Chandigarh MC cracks down on illegal vendors, issues 112 challans
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's enforcement drive targets illegal vendors to ensure pedestrian safety and public order. Mayor also welcomes Nagar Kirtan and releases 2026 calendar.
Jaipur JMC fines vendors ₹2 lakh in tobacco crackdown
Jaipur Municipal Corporation launches a major drive against tobacco sales near schools, confiscates products and issues warnings. Read about the new enforcement rules.
AP Tobacco Farmers Protest Central Tax Hike
Thousands of tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh protest against the Centre's steep tax increase, warning it will destroy livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback.
Mysuru MP Demands Organised Street Vending Zones
Mysuru MP Yaduveer Wadiyar pushes for dedicated street vendor zones to balance urban cleanliness with livelihoods. A comprehensive plan is to be prepared for the Heritage City.
Tobacco farmers protest tax hike, warn of smuggling surge
Thousands of tobacco farmers protest in Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka against a steep GST hike, warning it will crush livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback to revenue-neutral rates.
Abdullah on Attacks Against Kashmiri Shawl Sellers
NC chief Farooq Abdullah condemns recent assaults on Kashmiri shawl sellers in Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Himachal, warning against extremist ideologies. Read the full report.
Tobacco Makers Must Install CCTV, Keep Footage for 24 Months
India mandates CCTV installation in tobacco factories from Feb 1, 2026. Footage must be preserved for 24 months. New excise rules also clarify duty on tins and other forms. Details inside.
Cigarettes, Tobacco Costlier from Feb 1 After Excise Duty Hike
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
Chandigarh MC asks police to act against illegal vendors
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation flags illegal occupation of footpaths, asks police to register cases under Bhartaiya Nyaya Sanhita. Drive intensifies in key sectors.
Vadodara Plans Temporary Street Vending Committee
Vadodara Municipal Corporation proposes a temporary committee to implement street vending rules, pending board approval. Read about the plan to regulate hawking zones and vendor databases.
New Health & National Security Cess on Tobacco from Feb 1
The Centre introduces a new health and national security cess on tobacco, replacing the GST compensation cess from February 1. This tax overhaul aims to keep levies high and align with WHO benchmarks. Read more.
Tambaram's Hawker Crisis: 5,000+ Illegal Vendors Cause Chaos
Tambaram councillors highlight severe encroachment by over 5,000 vendors. Read about the demand for a vending committee and the commissioner's action plan.
Ludhiana Station Redevelopment Bans Hot Food for Vendors
Ludhiana's railway station redevelopment enforces a ban on heating sources for food vendors, impacting sales and leaving commuters with cold snacks during a cold wave. Read about the safety directive and its economic fallout.
Odisha's 'Srujan' Canteen Opens, Food Row at Mahotsav
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra opens 'Srujan' canteen at Kharavela Bhawan for 700+ staff. Meanwhile, Odisha Khadya Mahotsav's chowmein stall stirs debate on authentic Odia cuisine. Read more.
Trichy's New Road Dividers Spark Mixed Reactions on Narrow Street
Trichy Corporation installs medians on Kaliyammankoil Street to prevent vendor encroachment. Residents warn the 14-metre-wide road is too narrow, fearing increased traffic snarls. Read the full story.
Ghaziabad Drone Survey Targets Illegal Vendor Encroachment
Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation launches a first-of-its-kind drone survey on Kala Patthar Road and Maliwara Chowk to assess illegal encroachment by street vendors before taking enforcement action.
Patna's roadside winter markets buzz with warm gear sales
As temperatures plunge in Patna, makeshift winter markets spring up across the city. Vendors report soaring demand for carpets, rugs, and warm clothing as residents battle the chill in concrete homes. Discover the seasonal economic boom.
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