On March 1, 1925, the Indian government abolished the excise duty on cotton, a landmark move that revitalized the domestic textile industry and boosted economic self-reliance. Discover the full story behind this pivotal fiscal decision.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Warzone Season 1 begins on December 4. Explore new maps, modes, weapons, and the biggest seasonal content drop in franchise history. Dive in now!
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has dismantled a major e-cigarette smuggling network in Tuticorin, seizing goods worth Rs 10.42 crore and arresting three individuals. Read the full investigation details.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces bills to impose excise duty on tobacco and a health cess on pan masala, ensuring high taxes after GST compensation ends. Read the details.
The Centre proposes a new cess and higher excise duty on tobacco and pan masala as the GST compensation cess ends. Learn how this tax overhaul impacts prices and states.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables two key bills in Lok Sabha to impose excise duty on tobacco and a cess on pan masala, replacing the GST compensation cess. Get the full details.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces two key bills in Lok Sabha to increase excise duty on tobacco and raise cess on pan masala. The move aims to boost revenue and regulate consumption.
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.
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.
Delhi High Court rules in favor of ITC, protecting its iconic Gold Flake cigarette trademark from infringement by similar-looking brands. Learn about the landmark judgment.
Nagpur excise department confiscated 373 litres of foreign liquor worth ₹10.08 lakh smuggled from MP. Two arrested. Report illegal liquor to helpline 18002339999.
Global celebrities are normalizing cigarettes in music and films, worrying health experts about reversing decades of declining smoking rates among youth. Learn the risks.
West Bengal government schools face a severe staff shortage as thousands of teachers are deployed for election roll revision, impacting studies and exams. Learn how this crisis is unfolding.
Delhi Excise department issues strict warning to liquor vends after complaints of overpricing, underage sales and adulteration. Read about the consequences and new regulations.
Ludhiana police launches special drive against illegal tobacco and e-cigarette sales near educational institutions. 15 shops inspected, strict action promised.
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.
The Maldives government has announced a comprehensive ban on all tobacco products, including cigarettes, vapes, and e-cigarettes, effective immediately across the island nation.
ITC delivers impressive Q2 performance with 10% profit surge to ₹5,199 crore, driven by strong FMCG and hotel segments. Revenue climbs despite cigarette volume pressure. Full analysis inside.
ITC delivers robust Q2 performance with 9% profit growth, strong cigarette volume recovery, and impressive FMCG revenue surge. Full analysis of quarterly results.
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.
India's aviation regulator DGCA announces full implementation of relaxed flight duty time limitations by November 1, allowing pilots to operate more night flights and providing airlines with greater operational flexibility.
Lithuania declares emergency border closures amid massive cigarette smuggling surge from Belarus, creating major security tensions and airport chaos in Vilnius.
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.
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.