The government will table two key bills in Lok Sabha to impose excise duty on tobacco and a new cess on pan masala manufacturing. This move follows the end of the GST compensation cess. Read for details.
India's Parliament Winter Session begins today with key bills including Central Excise Amendment and Health Security Cess. Opposition raises security and electoral concerns. Session runs until December 19.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to introduce two bills imposing new taxes on demerit goods. Learn how this affects prices and public health policy.
Telangana faces potential liquor supply crisis as companies warn of shortages due to unpaid dues. 2,620 stores set to open Dec 1 amid election and festival demand surge. Read more.
Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission announces 1,48,054 candidates cleared physical test for 583 excise constable posts. Results of 84 candidates pending. Objections accepted until December 12.
Punjab cabinet approves empanelment of 300 specialist doctors, new border area incentives, GPS mining vehicle tracking & revised tender limits to boost public services.
Excise officials in Giridih intercepted a truck smuggling 800 liquor crates worth Rs 75 lakh concealed under potatoes. Four arrested in major crackdown on illegal alcohol trade.
Three event planners arrested for transporting leftover wedding beer from Delhi to Greater Noida for illegal sale. Police recovered 504 cans worth over ₹65,000 in excise department raid.
Telangana High Court judge Justice B Vijaysen Reddy criticized the rapid expansion of liquor outlets while hearing a petition against a wine shop in residential area. Read more about the court's strong observations.
Congress faces mounting challenges in Punjab as AAP gains momentum. Key leaders defect, organizational structure weakens. Can Congress recover before elections?
Nagpur excise department confiscated 373 litres of foreign liquor worth ₹10.08 lakh smuggled from MP. Two arrested. Report illegal liquor to helpline 18002339999.
Punjab's emotional appeal for justice: From Partition trauma to Green Revolution contributions, the state demands its rightful capital Chandigarh. Read the compelling narrative of sacrifice and resilience.
Murder of RSS volunteer Naveen Arora in Ferozepur followed by threat calls to Shiv Sena leaders. Opposition questions AAP government's law and order management. Read full analysis.
Punjab government transfers 5 IPS officers including 4 Senior Superintendents of Police in administrative reshuffle. Key postings in Bathinda, Pathankot, Fazilka, and more.
Delhi Excise department issues strict warning to liquor vends after complaints of overpricing, underage sales and adulteration. Read about the consequences and new regulations.
Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring requests exemption from Supreme Court panel appearance in Delhi excise policy case, citing official duties and prior commitments.
Punjab faces a curious sand crisis: massive stockpiles lie unused in fields while illegal mining devastates riverbeds. Discover the economic and environmental implications of this growing problem.
Congress leader Tript Rajinder Singh Bajwa steps down from Punjab Assembly's anti-sacrilege bill committee, citing personal reasons in sudden political move.
As Punjab gears up for crucial bypolls, all eyes are on Tarn Taran where AAP aims to defend its assembly seat against formidable opposition from Congress and Akali Dal.
Confederation of Indian Industry welcomes Punjab government's sweeping reforms eliminating 8,500 compliances and decriminalizing 700 provisions, creating business-friendly environment.
The UAE government has finalized its excise tax structure for sweetened beverages, imposing 50% tax on sugary drinks while giving artificial sweeteners a free pass. Learn how this health-focused tax policy will impact consumers and the beverage industry.
Punjab government postpones Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections to December due to devastating floods. Get the latest updates on the election rescheduling and flood situation.
In a major relief for construction sector, Punjab's new policy triggers dramatic 30% drop in sand prices across the state, benefiting builders and homeowners alike.
Ex-Punjab DGP Mohd Mustafa exposes disturbing nexus between terrorism and drug addiction in Punjab, sharing personal family tragedy and urgent warning for national security.
Discover why Punjab's youth are risking everything through illegal travel routes to Western countries, exposing the human cost and economic drivers behind this alarming trend.
In a significant crackdown, Jharkhand police confiscated a large quantity of country-made mahua liquor near the Bihar border. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal alcohol trade in the region.
Punjab stands at a critical economic crossroads, grappling with massive debt and urgent governance challenges. Discover whether India's breadbasket can transform its agricultural legacy into sustainable growth.
In a significant administrative overhaul, the Punjab government has transferred three Deputy Commissioners and six IAS officers across key departments. The reshuffle affects crucial positions in finance, power, and rural development.
Former Ropar DIG Shiv Kumar Bhullar, already suspended, now faces Excise Act violations after police recover 108 liquor bottles from his farmhouse in Mohali. The shocking discovery adds to his legal troubles following previous corruption allegations.
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar conducted an extensive ground assessment of flood-affected areas in Punjab's Gurdaspur district, interacting with victims and reviewing relief operations amid ongoing monsoon challenges.