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.
UP Excise Commissioner Adarsh Singh mandates statewide checks on bars & shops illegally serving liquor. Action follows complaints of norm violations & open consumption near outlets.
IndiGo faces severe operational crisis with hundreds of flights cancelled. DGCA investigates as new pilot duty rules, airport tech issues, and winter congestion cripple India's largest airline.
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.
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.
IndiGo cancels over 300 flights due to new pilot duty rules, causing major disruptions at Indian airports. Understand the crisis and its impact. Read the full analysis.
IndiGo cancels over 180 flights for 3rd day. Pilot union claims crisis is 'artificially created' to pressure DGCA on new fatigue rules. Details inside.
IndiGo's on-time performance plummeted to 19.7% on Wednesday, leading to hundreds of cancellations. The crisis raises questions about preparedness for new pilot duty norms. Read for details and airline's response.
IndiGo cancels 175+ flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
IndiGo cancels over 175 flights as new pilot rest rules disrupt operations. Thousands stranded. Airline scrambles to adjust schedules. Check flight status before travel.
IndiGo faces severe operational turmoil with 200+ flight cancellations nationwide. DGCA investigates as new pilot rest rules and tech glitches cause chaos. Details inside.
Mint's investigation reveals LIC's inconsistent voting, raising questions about its dual role as a public insurer and a strategic state investor. Explore the implications for millions of policyholders.
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 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.
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.
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.
IndiGo's network faces major disruptions as new duty-time regulations cause flight cancellations and delays across India. Passengers report chaos at airports. #TravelNews
Over 100 passengers spent the night at Mangaluru airport after IndiGo flight 6E 5150 to Mumbai was cancelled due to crew duty time limits, causing distress and multiple delays.
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.
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.
Ludhiana's bicycle sector faces a worsening crisis as a GST reduction to 5% exacerbates an inverted duty structure, blocking working capital and threatening small units. Industry demands urgent reform.
Uttar Pradesh government ends leave hurdles for appointed athletes, declaring national/international participation as 'duty'. Cabinet also approves MoU for Varanasi stadium as National Centre of Excellence.
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India's Supreme Court clarifies a prosecutor's duty is to assist justice, not just secure convictions. Bench of Justices Karol & Singh overturns three murder convictions. Read the landmark ruling.
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.
A Booth Level Officer in UP's Hathras died after collapsing at home. His family alleges extreme work pressure was the cause. Read the full report on the incident and the growing concerns over BLO duties.
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.
A headmaster in Sambhal died of a heart attack during Special Intensive Revision of voter lists, the eighth such death in Uttar Pradesh. Family cites immense pressure on BLOs.
Indian Railways promotes three Women's Cricket World Cup champions to Officer on Special Duty posts. Read about this historic recognition for India's sporting heroes.
Kolkata schools face severe staff shortage as teachers' BLO duties are extended by 7 days, disrupting exams and evaluations. School heads express deep concern over managing crucial year-end processes.
Dakshina Kannada MP Captain Brijesh Chowta calls for a ban on duty-free arecanut imports, citing data showing Bhutan and Myanmar dominate shipments. Read his full demand and the potential impact on local farmers.