Delhi's Five Dry Days for Republic Day, Festivals
Delhi government declares five dry days from January to March for Republic Day and religious festivals. Hotels with specific licenses can serve alcohol via room service.
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Court Hears Arguments in Excise Policy Case Against Kejriwal
A Delhi court heard arguments on framing charges against former CM Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case. His counsel argued there is no incriminating evidence against him.
Delhi's Five Dry Days for Jan-Mar: Hotel Exemptions
Delhi's excise department has declared five dry days for January-March 2026. Hotels with specific licenses will be exempt from these restrictions for resident service.
Delhi Liquor Sales Volatile Amid Policy Paralysis
Delhi's liquor market shows erratic sales patterns with beer consumption dropping 43% as the city awaits a new excise policy, extended multiple times since 2022.
UP Excise Finalizes Liquor Policy to Boost Exports and Jobs
The Uttar Pradesh government is finalizing its 2026-27 excise policy, focusing on export promotion, job creation, and a single-window system to streamline operations.
Delhi HC Lists ED Plea Against Kejriwal Bail for May
Delhi High Court schedules hearing for May on ED's challenge to Arvind Kejriwal's bail in excise policy money laundering case. Trial court records summoned.
AP Scraps Extra Liquor Tax on Bars, Ensures Price Parity
Andhra Pradesh government abolishes additional retail excise tax on bars, effective immediately. Move aims to ease financial burden on bar owners and create uniform liquor pricing across state.
Delhi Churches Get 4,000 Litre Wine Limit Under New Excise Rules
Delhi government revises excise rules, allowing churches to import up to 4,000 litres of sacramental wine annually. Industries also benefit with increased storage limits for special denatured spirit.
Karnataka Excise Licences Increase to 14,101 in 2025
Karnataka's excise licences grew to 14,101 in 2025, driven by demand from hotels and clubs. Bengaluru divisions dominate retail licences, while RVB permits surge due to keg beer popularity.
Haryana Excise Officials Get 5-Year Jail in Graft Case
Two Haryana excise officials and a clerk sentenced to 5 years in jail for accepting a Rs 25,000 bribe. Special CBI court delivers verdict in 2015 corruption case. Details inside.
Jaipur: 27 liquor shops sealed, owners protest
Jaipur's excise department sealed 27 liquor shops for alleged violations. Owners claim arbitrary action, saying they met sales targets. Read the full details of the dispute.
Ludhiana Excise Dept Fines 13 Eateries for Illegal Liquor
Ludhiana's Excise Department has intensified its crackdown on eateries illegally serving liquor. 13 establishments fined over ₹1.5 lakh in recent raids. Details inside.
Punjab Liquor Traders Seek Smaller Retail Groups
Punjab liquor traders urge state govt to reduce retail group size to Rs 15-25 crore for viability, curb cartelisation. Key demands ahead of 2026-27 excise policy discussed.
Delhi HC Slams Excise Dept, MCD Over Liquor Shop Delay
Delhi High Court demands personal affidavit from Excise Commissioner over year-long delay in relocating a liquor vend from Swaroop Nagar. Court questions authorities' inaction affecting residents' safety. Read the full story.
Dhaba owner booked for illegal liquor service in Mohali
Mohali Excise Department intensifies enforcement drive, books dhaba owner for openly serving liquor. Read the full details of the crackdown on Kharar-Landran Road.
Climate Activist Held for Excess Liquor After ED Probe on Funds
UP excise arrests activist Harjeet Singh after ED finds excess liquor & probes Rs 6 crore foreign funds for alleged narrative-building. Details on the FEMA case and Pakistan visits inside.
Tobacco Farmers in South India Protest Excise Duty Hike
Tobacco farmers in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh warn the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025 will devastate livelihoods and boost illegal trade. Read their urgent plea to the government.
Illegal Mohali Nightclub Busted, 86 Liquor Bottles Seized
Excise department busts an illegal nightclub in Mohali's Sector 79, seizing 86 liquor bottles. Case registered against owner. Read details of the enforcement drive.
Noida's NYE liquor spend hits Rs 17 crore, a 3-year high
Noida's liquor sales soared to Rs 17 crore on Dec 31, 2025, marking a 22% jump from last year. Beer consumption saw the sharpest rise. Discover the festive spending trends that boosted excise revenue.
Noida Excise Dept Probes CSD Liquor Misuse at Army Club
Noida Excise Department launches inquiry after complaint alleges Arun Vihar club served subsidised CSD liquor illegally. Club denies charges. Full investigation underway.
Mangaluru Liquor Market Steady, Beer Sales Dip in Dec
Dakshina Kannada's liquor market held steady in December 2025. IMFL sales saw marginal growth of 127 boxes, while beer consumption fell by 2,795 boxes. Read the full analysis of local trends and factors.
ITC shares hit 52-week low after cigarette tax shock
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
ITC shares plunge 14% on steep tobacco tax hike
ITC shares hit a 3-year low after a steep excise duty hike on tobacco, eroding ₹72,300 crore in shareholder wealth. LIC faces a massive ₹11,460 crore loss. Key brokerages downgrade the stock.
Tobacco Duty Hike: Why Some FMCG Stocks Unaffected
Union Budget 2026's additional excise duty on tobacco had a mixed impact on FMCG stocks. Discover why shares of companies like ITC, Godfrey Phillips, and VST Industries reacted differently.
Govt hikes excise duty on cigarettes; prices to rise from Feb 1
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
ITC Stock Hits 52-Week Low on New Tobacco Tax
ITC share price crashed over 5% to ₹345.35 after the government announced a fresh excise duty on cigarettes. Get the full details on the market impact and new tax rates effective February 1.
Cigarette Stocks Plunge as New GST, Excise Duty Take Effect
Cigarette stocks like ITC crashed after govt notified new tax structure from Feb 1, replacing GST cess with higher excise. Analysts warn of 15-20% price hikes impacting sales. Full details inside.
Cigarette Prices to Rise 20% from February 1
Cigarette prices in India are expected to surge by up to 20% from February 1, 2025, following a significant increase in the National Calamity Contingent Duty. This move will impact major tobacco companies and consumers nationwide.
Belagavi Chooses Beer Over Whisky for New Year 2026
Belagavi's New Year celebrations saw a cultural shift as beer consumption rose to 1,62,344 bottles, overtaking traditional winter whisky. Explore the changing drinking trends in Karnataka.
AP Liquor Sales Rise 8% in Dec 2025 on Festive Demand
Andhra Pradesh's liquor sales surged to Rs 2,767 crore in December 2025, an 8% year-on-year rise. Year-end celebrations drove a 60% spike in the final three days. Explore the district-wise data and key drivers.
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