Rajasthan Excise Revenue Up 6.5% This Fiscal
Rajasthan's excise department reports Rs 11,424 crore revenue till December, a 6.5% year-on-year increase. Officials set ambitious monthly targets to meet the annual goal of Rs 19,720 crore.
Rajasthan's excise department reports Rs 11,424 crore revenue till December, a 6.5% year-on-year increase. Officials set ambitious monthly targets to meet the annual goal of Rs 19,720 crore.
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.
The Karnataka High Court refused to vacate the stay on amended excise rules, citing serious questions of excess delegation and arbitrariness. Justice K S Hemalekha scheduled the next hearing for February 11.
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.
Karnataka's Chief Secretary reviews new cab pickup rules at KIA to ease passenger congestion. The plan includes a dedicated holding area and tech solutions for smoother transit.
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's Excise Department has intensified its crackdown on eateries illegally serving liquor. 13 establishments fined over ₹1.5 lakh in recent raids. Details inside.
Mohali Excise Department intensifies enforcement drive, books dhaba owner for openly serving liquor. Read the full details of the crackdown on Kharar-Landran Road.
UAE mandates exit permits for students to leave school, introduces strict absence tracking. New rules aim to boost child safety. Details on permits, 'Friday trap', and penalties for Indian families.
Chandigarh advocate Siddharth Arora critiques Supreme Court's 2025 orders on community dogs, highlighting violations of ABC Rules 2023 and the constitutional principle of coexistence. Read the full analysis.
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.
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 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 Department launches inquiry after complaint alleges Arun Vihar club served subsidised CSD liquor illegally. Club denies charges. Full investigation underway.
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.
India's Labour Ministry proposes new social security rules for gig workers, requiring 90 days of work for eligibility. Draft rules open for public consultation. A historic step or an exclusionary bar?
Indian travellers to Saudi Arabia must now obtain prior clearance for carrying certain restricted medicines. Learn the new rules to avoid legal issues and deportation.
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.
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.
Punjab government extends deadline for its 'Settlement of Arrears of Tax Dues Scheme' to March 31, 2025. Traders get more time to clear pending dues with significant concessions. Act now to benefit!
India's new tax structure for tobacco & pan masala kicks in Feb 1. Cigarettes face extra excise, pan masala gets 48% 'Health Security Cess'. Read the full impact.
India considers calibrated excise duty hikes on cigarettes, citing current modest rates and significant fiscal and public health space for increase. Read the full analysis.
India mandates CCTV installation in tobacco factories from Feb 1, 2026. Footage must be preserved for 24 months. New excise rules also clarify duty on tins and other forms. Details inside.
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
ITC shares tumbled nearly 10% to a three-year low after the government announced a new excise duty on cigarettes. Analysts warn of price hikes and volume impact. Read the full analysis.
The Indian government has levied an additional excise duty on tobacco products like cigarettes and bidis. The new duty, effective February 2, aims to boost revenue. Learn about the impact on prices and industry.
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Shares of ITC and Godfrey Phillips India plummeted after the finance ministry notified new excise duty and a health cess on tobacco products. Discover the impact on prices and public health.
ITC shares fell after Budget 2026 proposed higher excise duty on tobacco and a new health cess on pan masala, effective Feb 1. Cigarettes set to get costlier. Full analysis inside.
The government introduces a new tax structure for tobacco and pan masala from February 1, replacing the GST compensation cess with additional duties. Learn the impact.