The Indian government has levied an additional excise duty on tobacco products like cigarettes and bidis. The new duty, effective February 2, aims to boost revenue. Learn about the impact on prices and industry.
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Shares of ITC and Godfrey Phillips India plummeted after the finance ministry notified new excise duty and a health cess on tobacco products. Discover the impact on prices and public health.
ITC shares fell after Budget 2026 proposed higher excise duty on tobacco and a new health cess on pan masala, effective Feb 1. Cigarettes set to get costlier. Full analysis inside.
The government introduces a new tax structure for tobacco and pan masala from February 1, replacing the GST compensation cess with additional duties. Learn the impact.
India hikes excise duty on tobacco and imposes a health cess on pan masala from February 1, likely raising prices for 100 million smokers. Read the full details and impact.
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
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.
Burkina Faso and Mali impose reciprocal travel restrictions on US citizens after Trump's expanded ban on 39 countries. 25 African nations are affected, raising concerns for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Read the full list here.
Indian government bans manufacture & sale of high-dose Nimesulide painkillers. ICMR warns of health risks, safer alternatives available. Read for details.
The Indian government has prohibited the manufacture of painkiller nimesulide, citing safety concerns. Know the details and implications of this major healthcare decision.
Indian firms seek CDSCO nod to sell high-strength 6mg nicotine pouches as NRT, sparking fears of youth initiation and addiction. Experts warn of cardiovascular risks.
The recent ban on liquor, meat, and tobacco in Amritsar's walled city has residents and traders protesting, citing threats to personal freedom and livelihoods. Read more about the controversy.
India's guidelines to curb surrogate ads for alcohol & tobacco face indefinite delay due to legal hurdles under Consumer Protection Act. Industry seeks clarity as health experts warn of risks.
Your daily routine could be harming you. Discover 5 common habits, from sun exposure to alcohol, that significantly increase the risk of oral cancer. Learn how to protect yourself today.
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty refused a massive Rs 40 crore deal to endorse tobacco. He opens up on his father's demise, career break, and finding confidence. Read his inspiring story.
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty reveals he turned down a massive Rs 40 crore offer to endorse a tobacco brand, prioritizing his values and family legacy over money. Read his full statement.
Despite decades of graphic warnings, oral cancer rates in India continue to rise. Explore the complex factors behind this public health puzzle and what needs to change.
Explore India's dry states like Gujarat, Bihar, and Nagaland where alcohol is banned. Learn about the constitutional directive, historical bans, and unique state laws shaping prohibition.
The Indian government has imposed a complete ban on granting new mining leases in the Aravalli range to protect its fragile ecosystem. This decisive move aims to halt environmental degradation.
New research reveals even 9 grams of alcohol daily increases buccal mucosa cancer risk by nearly 50%. Local liquor poses a higher threat. Learn the facts.
A community panchayat in Rajasthan's Jalore bans camera phones for daughters-in-law & young women from Jan 26. Decision sparks debate on digital rights & safety.
Experts at Respican-25 warn of increasing respiratory diseases in Jharkhand driven by tobacco use and pollution. Learn about the key findings and health risks.
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.
Security at Ludhiana Central Jail discovered 70g tobacco hidden in an inmate's footwear. Manmeet Singh booked under Prisons Act. Read how authorities are cracking down on smuggling.
A PGIMER study reveals oral bacteria adapt to break down nicotine, potentially lowering dependence. This finding could lead to new microbiome-based cessation strategies for India's smokeless tobacco challenge.
Pakistan extends its airspace ban for Indian aircraft until January 23, 2026, impacting airlines and military flights. India maintains reciprocal restrictions. Full details inside.
Gujarat govt bans storage & sale of tobacco rolling paper, citing toxic chemicals & rising youth drug abuse. Police conduct raids in Surat, Vadodara. Details inside.
US President Donald Trump has added seven new countries to his controversial travel ban list. Find out which nations are affected and what it means for global travel.
The Trump administration doubles its travel restrictions, adding 20 countries and Palestinian Authority documents. Critics call it a discriminatory move disguised as national security. Details inside.