Hotels seek extended hours for festive season in Maharashtra
HRAWI requests Maharashtra govt to extend operating hours for bars & restaurants until 5 AM on Dec 24, 25, 31. Move aims to boost festive hospitality & tourism.
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Kerala Draft Voters List: 24.08 Lakh Names Eliminated
Kerala's draft electoral roll published after intensive revision shows a net reduction of over 24 lakh voters. Get the latest figures and analysis on the state's updated voter demographics.
Gurgaon liquor racket: Main owner arrested after Bali escape
Sugreev Kumar, key owner of 'The Theka' in Gurgaon, arrested at Delhi airport in Rs 10-crore illegal foreign liquor case. Police have now detained five individuals in the major excise fraud.
52 Kg Ganja Seized, 4 Arrested in Ganjam District
Excise officials in Odisha's Ganjam district arrested four persons, including a woman, and seized 52 kg of ganja worth ₹25 lakh. One accused was previously arrested for smuggling. Read the full details.
KMAT 2026 Registration Open, Apply by Jan 15
CEE Kerala opens KMAT 2026 registration for MBA admissions. Apply online at cee.kerala.gov.in by January 15, 2026. Check eligibility, exam pattern, and key dates.
Three parties, including TMC, join UDF alliance in Kerala
The UDF alliance in Kerala gains strength as three parties, including TMC, formally join to oppose LDF's policies. Get the latest political updates from the state.
Drug case against Shine Tom Chacko likely to be closed
Kerala Police's DANSAF is set to close the drug case against Malayalam actor Shine Tom Chacko after a hotel raid in April. Read the full story on the investigation's outcome.
BJP's Kerala Chief on Talent Flight, Political Challenges
BJP Kerala President Rajeev Chandrasekhar discusses the state's economic stagnation, political barriers, and the party's strategy for the 2026 assembly elections. Read his exclusive interview.
UDF to review political situation, discuss expansion
Buoyed by local body election results, the UDF in Kerala meets Monday to discuss expansion, seat-sharing, and assembly poll strategy. Key talks on new allies and the KC(M) faction are expected.
Kerala Excise Arrests Duo, Seizes 100kg Banned Tobacco
Kerala Excise arrests a father-son duo in Thiruvananthapuram, seizing 100kg of banned tobacco products meant for wholesale distribution. Read about the special festive season crackdown.
Kerala Strikes 2.4 Lakh Voters, Ex-MLA Removed
Kerala's electoral rolls see a major clean-up with 2.4 lakh voters eliminated. Former MLA Rajaji Mathew's name removed. Details on the state's voter verification drive here.
CPI(M) Rejects Internal Differences on Kerala VC Appointments
Kerala's ruling CPI(M) dismisses claims of internal discord regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments. The party accuses the Chancellor of unilateral action, prompting a state government challenge in the Kerala High Court. Read the full details.
Dawn raid at UK Gurdwara property, one arrested
UK police and immigration officers raided a property of Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall gurdwara, arresting one man. The committee is reviewing all its properties. Read the full details.
Kerala's KERA Project Offers Grants to Link Farmers with Markets
Kerala govt & World Bank launch KERA project to forge 150 alliances between farmer companies & agri-businesses. Grants up to 60% (max Rs 2 Cr) available. Apply by Dec 31.
₹1 Crore Illegal Liquor Seized on Mumbai-Nashik Highway
Kalyan Excise vigilance team intercepts a container smuggling foreign liquor worth nearly ₹1 crore from Goa & MP. Driver arrested, investigation ongoing to bust the racket. Read details.
Gurgaon beer price probe: Vends accused of overcharging bars
Gurgaon's excise department investigates liquor vends for allegedly overcharging restaurants for beer, violating policy and encouraging tax evasion. Full details inside.
Ciza Thomas Gets Additional Charge of Digital University Kerala
KTU Vice-Chancellor Ciza Thomas appointed to additional role at Digital University Kerala as VC-designate awaits clearance. Minister R Bindu offers cooperation amid LDF internal dissent.
Kerala Cabinet: OBC List Expanded, IT Park Loan Guarantee
Kerala cabinet approves inclusion of new communities in OBC list, Rs 190 crore guarantee for Kozhikode IT park, and key administrative decisions. Read the full details here.
Kerala CM, Governor Reach Consensus on VC Appointments
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Arlekar break impasse, appoint VCs for KTU and Digital University. Supreme Court warning leads to consensus. Details inside.
Dhanbad: Illegal liquor factory busted, Rs 8 lakh seized
Dhanbad excise department uncovers illegal liquor manufacturing unit in Jeetpur Basti, seizing 1,200 litres of spirit and arresting two. Read the full details.
46 Arrested in Kerala's 'Operation D-Hunt' Against Drugs
Kerala Police arrested 46 individuals and seized drugs in a major statewide drive. Over 1,200 suspects were questioned. Authorities vow continued strict action. Report tips to 9497927797.
Chandigarh warns against liquor sales on social media
Chandigarh's Excise Commissioner warns of strict action against illegal liquor promotion on social media. Stakeholders propose beer-focused reforms for 2026-27 policy. Read more.
BJP's Rise in Kerala: From Margins to Mainstream
The Bharatiya Janata Party has transitioned from a fringe player to a significant electoral force in Kerala, marking a pivotal change in the state's political landscape. Discover the implications.
Excise Seizes 500L Illicit Liquor in T'puram, 2 Arrested
Thiruvananthapuram excise department's special drive nets 500 litres of illicit liquor and wash, leading to two arrests. Officials vow to continue intensified inspections to curb illegal trade.
Kerala Fully Prepared for Crucial Local Body Elections
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
Kerala Local Body Polls Campaign Ends, Triangular Fight Ahead
The open campaign for Kerala's first-phase local body elections concludes. A fierce triangular contest is expected, especially in Thiruvananthapuram, as BJP's influence grows. Read the latest analysis.
Tourism Task Force Charts Plan to Revive Kovalam Beach
Major tourism associations in Kerala propose a master plan including enhanced nightlife, a surfing festival, and infrastructure upgrades to restore Kovalam as a premium destination and boost foreign tourist numbers.
Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025 Passed by Parliament
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
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