Kerala Vigilance Raids Expose Liquor Trade Corruption Network
Kerala vigilance uncovers deep-rooted corruption in liquor trade. Raids reveal bribes, fake records, and collusion between bar owners and excise officials. Read the shocking details.
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ED Chargesheet Details Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam Syndicate
ED's new chargesheet reveals a massive liquor scam syndicate in Chhattisgarh involving politicians & bureaucrats from 2019-2023. Read the shocking details.
Ludhiana Bars Told Not to Serve Liquor to Under-25s
Ludhiana excise department issues strict orders to bars and hotels, prohibiting liquor service to individuals below 25 years. Violations will lead to license suspension.
Vigilance Launches 'Operation Bar Code' Across Kerala
Kerala Vigilance conducts surprise raids at 66 bars & excise offices over illicit liquor sales & bribery allegations. Public urged to report corruption via toll-free number.
Rs 90 Lakh Cigarette Robbery in Ballabhgarh Warehouse
Four men assaulted a watchman and stole cigarettes worth Rs 80-90 lakh from a Ballabhgarh wholesale warehouse. Police are investigating an insider's role. Read the full story.
3-year-old forced to drink alcohol in Belagavi bar, excise to act
A shocking incident in Belagavi's Raibag where a toddler was forced to consume alcohol sparks outrage. Excise department vows strict action against the bar. Details inside.
Kochi Excise's 24/7 Drive for Safe New Year 2026
Kochi Excise department launches a strict, multi-agency enforcement drive till Jan 5, 2026, to ensure safe celebrations. 24-hour control room active. Report anonymously.
Indiranagar residents flag excise rule violations as restobar opens
Residents of Bengaluru's Indiranagar raise alarm over a new restobar, 'YU', operating within 70 meters of a school, alleging violations of excise rules. Read the full report on the community's concerns.
Pune Excise Raids Illegal Liquor Party at Viman Nagar Pub
Pune excise department raided The Noir pub in Viman Nagar, booking 52 people and seizing items worth ₹3.67 lakh in an illegal liquor party. 21 squads formed for New Year vigilance.
Man kills wife over Rs 20 for cigarettes in Delhi
A 45-year-old man in Delhi's Shahdara allegedly strangled his wife to death after she refused to give him Rs 20 for cigarettes. The accused has been arrested. Read the shocking details.
Vaping Linked to Sudden Vision Loss in Healthy Woman
A healthy 40-year-old woman woke up with sudden vision loss in one eye. Doctors traced the cause to her vaping habit. Learn how e-cigarettes can damage eye health.
Delhi man kills wife over Rs 20, dies by suicide
A tragic domestic violence incident in Delhi's Shahdara ended in a murder-suicide after a fight over Rs 20 for a cigarette. Police investigation ongoing. Read the full report.
Punjab teachers reject Rs 10 lakh compensation, demand justice
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Noida issues 176 festive party licences for Christmas, New Year
Noida's excise department has issued 176 temporary licences for Christmas and New Year parties. Over 140 went to RWAs and housing societies. Read about the new rules and reduced fees.
Punjab Liquor Traders Urge Govt to Amend Excise Policy
Punjab liquor traders warn of financial stress, call for abolishing open IMFL quota system in 2026-27 excise policy. They cite oversupply and unsustainable competition as major threats.
Murder accused among two held with MDMA in Kollam
Kerala excise officials arrested two men, including a murder case accused, seizing 11.65 gm of MDMA. The duo allegedly procured drugs from a Nigerian national in Bengaluru. Read the full details.
Rs 1.5 Crore Base Price Set for Bengaluru Liquor Permits
Karnataka government fixes a Rs 1.5 crore base price for CL-2 and CL-9 liquor licences in Bengaluru. Read about the impact on the prized permits last issued in 1992.
Excise Dept Seizes 300 Bottles of Illicit Liquor in Mohali
Mohali excise officials arrest a smuggler near Mataur village, seizing 25 cases of whiskey meant for illegal sale in Chandigarh. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Patna HC: Return stolen vehicles used in liquor smuggling
Patna High Court orders return of stolen vehicles seized in liquor smuggling cases if owner is innocent. Landmark judgment protects victims from penalties for crimes of others. Read the full story.
974g Ganja Seized, 2 Arrested in Mysuru Excise Raid
Excise officials in KR Nagar, Mysuru, arrested two individuals and seized 974 grams of dry ganja near Thopamma temple. The accused were allegedly transporting the contraband for sale. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case here.
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.
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.
Thiruvananthapuram Tightens Festive Season Security
Thiruvananthapuram excise department launches a special enforcement drive until Jan 5 to curb liquor and drug trafficking during Christmas and New Year. Public urged to report via helpline 0471-2473149.
Birch Partner Arrested for Forging Health NOC in Goa
Mapusa police arrest Ajay Gupta of Birch by Romeo Lane for allegedly forging a health officer's NOC to obtain an excise licence. Latest updates on the tragic fire case bail hearings included.
38 Defunct Liquor Licences Up for E-Auction in Coastal Karnataka
Karnataka begins a historic online auction of 38 defunct liquor licences in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi from mid-January. A state-wide move aims for transparency and revenue boost. Details inside.
Punjab GST up 16%, Excise revenue surges 8.64%
Punjab's GST collections surge 16% to Rs 17,860 crore till November. Excise revenue also rises 8.64%. FM Cheema credits tech-driven enforcement & OTS scheme for boosting state finances.
Delhi increases sacramental wine limit for churches to 4,000 litres
Delhi government significantly raises the annual sacramental wine storage limit for churches from 91 to 4,000 litres ahead of Christmas. The excise rules have been amended to ease religious and industrial needs.
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.
China Launches WTO Dispute Against India on Trade Duties
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
Fresh Chargesheet Against Bhupesh Baghel's Son in Liquor Scam
Chhattisgarh EOW/ACB files 8th chargesheet in liquor scam, names Chaitanya Baghel as key syndicate figure. Probe pegs scam at over ₹3,074 crore. Read the latest details.
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