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Chandigarh has 633 DPIIT-recognised startups, creating 6,260 jobs. MP Tewari questions delay in local startup policy. Read the full analysis of the city's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Category : Search result: Excise Policy 202627
Dhanbad: Illegal liquor factory busted, Rs 8 lakh seized
Dhanbad excise department uncovers illegal liquor manufacturing unit in Jeetpur Basti, seizing 1,200 litres of spirit and arresting two. Read the full details.
Chandigarh warns against liquor sales on social media
Chandigarh's Excise Commissioner warns of strict action against illegal liquor promotion on social media. Stakeholders propose beer-focused reforms for 2026-27 policy. Read more.
Delhi to Launch Mobile App for Pre-Booking Liquor
Delhi govt plans a mobile app for pre-booking liquor brands. This aims to reduce queues and ensure availability. Learn how this digital move will change your buying experience.
Gurgaon liquor shops accused of major excise violations
Multiple Gurgaon liquor shops under probe for smuggling now face complaints for serious excise policy breaches, including illegal advertising and selling below MRP. Lawyer demands sealing and license suspension.
Rs 7.5 Lakh Illegal Liquor Seized from Bus in Indore
Vijay Nagar police in Indore intercepted a bus and seized 777.6 litres of illegal liquor worth Rs 7.5 lakh. Driver and conductor booked under Excise Act. Read the full details.
Excise Seizes 500L Illicit Liquor in T'puram, 2 Arrested
Thiruvananthapuram excise department's special drive nets 500 litres of illicit liquor and wash, leading to two arrests. Officials vow to continue intensified inspections to curb illegal trade.
SC: Don't make JNV schools a language issue
Supreme Court asks Centre & Tamil Nadu to cooperate on establishing Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, stressing education for rural students over language policy disputes. Read the full story.
Trump: 'I Ended 8 Wars Largely Because of Trade and Tariffs'
Donald Trump, at the Kennedy Center Honors, asserted his trade policies prevented conflicts. He also hinted at a 2024 run and criticized Biden's foreign policy. Read the full story.
NYC Ends Homeless Encampment Sweeps in Policy Shift
New York City halts its controversial homeless encampment sweeps, a major policy reversal announced by Zohran Mamdani. This signals a significant break from Mayor Eric Adams's previous approach.
Trump's Major US Policy Shift: Seeks Peace with Russia
The Trump administration unveils a dramatic foreign policy reset, prioritizing peace with Russia and halting NATO expansion. Critics call it a win for Putin. Read the full analysis.
UP Excise Crackdown on Illegal Bars, Liquor Norm Violations
UP Excise Commissioner Adarsh Singh mandates statewide checks on bars & shops illegally serving liquor. Action follows complaints of norm violations & open consumption near outlets.
India: Energy Needs of 1.4 Billion People Top Priority
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri states stable energy prices for 1.4 billion citizens is the government's priority. Read how this shapes India's oil imports and stance on US sanctions.
RBI Repo Rate Cut: Experts Applaud 25 bps Reduction
The Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.50%. Economists praise the decision as balanced and forward-looking. Read the full analysis.
RBI cuts repo rate by 25 bps to 5.25%
The RBI's Monetary Policy Committee has cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%, citing benign inflation. Governor Sanjay Malhotra explains the move despite strong GDP growth. Read the full analysis.
Why India's Russia Policy Needs Bold Choices Now
The Russia-Ukraine war has redrawn global maps. K P Nayar argues India must engage with new realities and move beyond safe bets in its foreign policy. Read the analysis.
RBI Cuts Repo Rate by 25 bps as Expected
The Reserve Bank of India's MPC cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% in its December policy. This marks a cumulative reduction of 125 bps since February. Read the full analysis.
RBI MPC Meeting: 5 Key Things to Watch on December 5
As the RBI MPC meets on December 5, markets are split on a rate cut. Track the policy outcome, GDP surge, inflation comfort, liquidity measures, and rupee protection. Get the full analysis.
Parliament Approves Excise Duty on Tobacco Bill
The Indian Parliament has approved a bill to impose excise duty on tobacco. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the Rajya Sabha, detailing the legislation's aspects and responding to queries. Read the full story.
Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025 Passed by Parliament
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Karnataka Govt Announces Paid Menstrual Leave for Employees
Karnataka introduces a landmark policy granting female government employees one day of paid menstrual leave each month, aiming to promote health and gender equity.
MPs Reveal Tobacco Quit Struggles in Parliament Tax Debate
Lok Sabha MPs shared personal battles to quit tobacco during a debate on the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which proposes a new tax structure on tobacco products.
Lok Sabha Passes Tobacco Excise Duty Bill
Lok Sabha approves Central Excise Bill to tax tobacco. Finance Minister says revenue will go to divisible pool, with 41% for states. Opposition criticizes move as filling fiscal gap.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Rs 2 Crore Illegal Liquor Seized by Jhabua Police
Jhabua police intercepted a truck near the Gujarat border, seizing foreign & country-made liquor worth over Rs 2 crore. The driver fled. Read the full details of the major bust here.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
1925: The Day India Abolished Cotton Excise Duty
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.
Haryana's New Teacher Transfer Policy Aims for Transparency
Haryana government launches Teacher Transfer Policy, 2025, replacing the 2023 framework. It ensures demand-based distribution, transparency, and job satisfaction for teachers across state schools. Learn the key changes.
Afghan National's MANIAC Episodes Preceded DC Attack
The Afghan national behind the deadly DC troop attack had a history of mental episodes. The incident sparks a major US visa policy review and global political shifts. Read the full analysis.
BJP Protests 'Anti-Youth' Job Trainee Policy in HP
BJP MLAs led by Jai Ram Thakur protest against Himachal's Job Trainee Policy, calling it anti-youth and demanding withdrawal. They allege corruption and failed job promises.
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