SC cancels Rajasthan villages named after individuals
Supreme Court sets aside Rajasthan HC order, rules state cannot name revenue villages after people, citing 2009 policy to maintain communal harmony. Read the full legal analysis.
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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.
Delhi govt suspends 2 officials over corruption charges
Delhi government suspends Kapashera sub-registrar & Mehrauli tehsildar, cancels deed writer's licence over graft allegations. CM Rekha Gupta reiterates zero-tolerance policy. Read more.
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.
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.
Karnataka Resorts Urge Govt to Lift Tiger Safari Ban
Karnataka ecotourism resorts plead for lifting the safari ban in Bandipur & Nagarahole, citing ₹60-70 lakh daily GST loss and 8,000 jobs at risk. Read the full story.
Delhi Notifies Rules for Abadi Deh Survey in Villages
The Delhi government has notified the Abadi Deh survey rules, a key step to regularise residential land in 1,031 villages. Learn how this impacts property rights and development.
Karnataka Enables Automatic Land Mutation to Reduce Delays
Karnataka's revenue department introduces automatic mutation of land records to eliminate bureaucratic delays, speed up ownership updates, and reduce corruption. Learn how this reform benefits property owners.
Karnataka Simplifies Farmland Conversion for Non-Agricultural Use
Karnataka government introduces new rules to streamline the conversion of agricultural land for other purposes, aiming to boost development and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. Learn about the key changes.
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.
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.
Punjab's Revenue Grows 25% in 2025-26
Punjab's revenue surged by 25% in 2025-26, hitting Rs 1,200 crore. FM Harpal Cheema attributes growth to GST reforms and anti-evasion measures. Read the full analysis.
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.
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.
SC Quashes Rajasthan's Decision to Name Villages After Persons
The Supreme Court has overturned a Rajasthan High Court order, ruling that the state cannot name revenue villages after individuals, as it violates its own 2009 policy aimed at maintaining communal harmony. Read the full legal analysis.
Telangana to merge revenue depts on single digital platform
Telangana plans to integrate revenue, stamps, and survey departments on one digital platform via Bhu Bharati portal from January for faster, transparent services.
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.
HC Slams Tamil Nadu Over Poor Illegal Mining Prosecution
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
Bengaluru GPS property tagging lags, only 28% done
Greater Bengaluru Authority's drive to GPS-tag all properties faces delays and data quality issues. Only 15.5 lakh of 25 lakh properties tagged so far. Read about the challenges and new training initiatives.
Bihar Transport Dept Under Fire for Low Revenue, Pending Cases
Bihar's Transport Minister Sharwan Kumar issues stern warning to officials over revenue collection shortfall and huge pendency in vehicle registrations. Urgent review meeting held in Patna.
Maharashtra Revenue Officers End Strike After Talks
Maharashtra revenue officers suspended their statewide agitation after Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule addressed key demands on pay, promotions, and suspensions. Read the full details.
Accenture AI revenue $1.1B, stops future disclosures
Accenture's AI revenue surged 120% to $1.1 billion in Q1 FY26. The firm will no longer disclose separate AI numbers as the tech becomes pervasive across its business. Read more.
₹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.
Maharashtra Revenue Officers' Indefinite Strike from Dec 19
Maharashtra revenue officers launch an indefinite statewide strike, citing arbitrary suspensions and unmet demands. The govt defends actions against illegal mining. Full story inside.
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.
Maharashtra Revenue Dept Strike: Minister Offers Talks
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule calls for talks with employees planning a strike over suspensions linked to illegal sand mining. He warns against pressure tactics. Read the full story.
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