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.
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300 illicit liquor cartons seized in Chandigarh
Chandigarh Police confiscate 300 cartons of illegal liquor in a major raid, arresting one suspect. Details on the operation and ongoing investigation inside.
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.
Hazaribag: 687 Litres Illicit Liquor Seized, 6 Accused Absconding
A joint excise team seized 477 litres of foreign liquor and 210 litres of spirit in Hazaribag. One arrested, six booked and absconding. Read the full details of the police crackdown.
Gujarat's Prohibition Law Eased in GIFT City to Woo Investors
Gujarat's recent relaxation of its prohibition law in GIFT City highlights the state's balancing act between a decades-old dry law and the demands of global business. Explore the history and impact of this pivotal change.
Rajasthan's New Year liquor sales hit record Rs 119 crore
Rajasthan's New Year celebrations saw record liquor sales exceeding Rs 119 crore, a Rs 5 crore jump from last year. Jaipur led the festivities with hundreds of venues. Discover the premium import trend driving the surge.
9 Arrested in Patna Illegal Liquor Raid, 66 Litres Seized
Patna authorities arrested nine individuals and seized 66 litres of illegal country-made liquor in a major raid in Kankarbagh. DM vows strict enforcement of prohibition laws. Read the full details.
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.
Bengaluru Locals Oppose Liquor Shop Near School, Temple
Residents of ECC Road in Bengaluru's Whitefield area are up in arms against a proposed liquor store near a school and temple. Read about their legal fight and community concerns.
Rs 30 Lakh Foreign Liquor Seized in Motihari Fodder Truck
Motihari excise officials, acting on a tip-off, intercepted a truck from UP and seized 100 cartons of foreign liquor concealed in fodder. Read the full story of the smuggling attempt.
Man arrested for smuggling liquor at Kanpur Central Station
GRP personnel at Kanpur Central Railway Station arrested a 24-year-old man smuggling illicit liquor to Bihar. The police recovered 48 quarters of English liquor worth Rs 10,000. Read the full details of the operation.
MML Demand Surges, Supply Chain Faces Strain
Maharashtra Made Liquor (MML) sees unexpected high demand since October launch, causing supply shortages. Retailers report weekly stockouts as manufacturers race to scale up production. Discover the price and quality factors driving its popularity.
Liquor Mafia's New Train Smuggling Formula Exposed in Prayagraj
GRP Prayagraj arrests youth, uncovers liquor mafia's new train-route smuggling tactic using unemployed youths. Details on the commission-based network and police probe inside.
MSIL's New Year's Eve liquor sales hit Rs 181.1 crore
Karnataka's MSIL outlets saw liquor sales nearly double on New Year's Eve, earning a record Rs 181.1 crore. Discover the festive surge and top-selling brands.
MSIL Sells Rs 18.11 Crore Liquor in Karnataka on Dec 31
Karnataka's MSIL recorded double liquor sales worth Rs 18.11 crore on New Year's Eve 2025, with Mysuru leading at Rs 3.04 crore. Discover the full state-wide sales breakdown.
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.
Kerala's LDF Govt Faces Flak Over Pro-Liquor Moves
Kerala's LDF government faces criticism as extended bar hours on New Year's Eve lead to record liquor sales, raising questions about its abstinence policy. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat liquor permit growth stalls at 1% in 2025
Gujarat's liquor health permit growth has stalled, rising just 1% in 2025. Policy shifts, GIFT City rules, and administrative delays are key factors. Read the full analysis.
Nagpur Police Drive: 183 Smoking Cases, ₹19L Seized
Nagpur police's intensive two-week blitz in Bajaj Nagar targeted public smoking, illegal liquor, and traffic violations, resulting in 183 COTPA cases and property seizures worth ₹19.16 lakh. Read the full report.
Surat Residents Bust Illegal Liquor Den, Police Arrest 1
Residents of Mahadev Nagar in Surat took matters into their own hands, raiding an illegal country liquor den. Police seized 18 litres of liquor and arrested one alleged operator. Read the full story.
MP Eases Liquor Licence Rules for New Year Parties
Madhya Pradesh government simplifies New Year celebrations with online temporary liquor licences. Get a one-day permit for private parties at Rs 500. Apply now!
Gurgaon liquor racket: Sixth arrest in imported liquor scam
Gurgaon SIT makes sixth arrest in multi-crore imported liquor racket. Accused Mudit Kumar diverted untaxed liquor, bypassing all checks. Raid earlier recovered ₹10 crore worth of illegal foreign liquor.
Rs 1.6 Crore Liquor Seized in Gujarat, Truck Driver Arrested
Dahod police intercept a Rajasthan truck near Gujarat-MP border, recovering over 25,000 bottles of IMFL worth Rs 1.6 crore. Read the full details of the major seizure.
Rs 1.5 Crore Base Price Set for Bengaluru Liquor Permits
Karnataka government fixes a Rs 1.5 crore base price for CL-2 and CL-9 liquor licences in Bengaluru. Read about the impact on the prized permits last issued in 1992.
Excise Dept Seizes 300 Bottles of Illicit Liquor in Mohali
Mohali excise officials arrest a smuggler near Mataur village, seizing 25 cases of whiskey meant for illegal sale in Chandigarh. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Gurgaon liquor racket: Main owner arrested after Bali escape
Sugreev Kumar, key owner of 'The Theka' in Gurgaon, arrested at Delhi airport in Rs 10-crore illegal foreign liquor case. Police have now detained five individuals in the major excise fraud.
Liquor truck overturns in Gujarat, crowd loots bottles
A truck carrying liquor overturned in Gujarat's Sanand, leading to chaos as locals looted bottles in the dry state. Police are investigating the source and destination of the consignment.
38 Defunct Liquor Licences Up for E-Auction in Coastal Karnataka
Karnataka begins a historic online auction of 38 defunct liquor licences in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi from mid-January. A state-wide move aims for transparency and revenue boost. Details inside.
212 Litres Liquor Seized in Khagaria Police Raid
Khagaria police confiscated 212 litres of illegal liquor from an SUV in Paharchak village. The vehicle's occupants fled. SP Rakesh Kumar details the operation.
16 Foreigners Arrested in Gurgaon Farmhouse Raid
Gurgaon police raided an illegal liquor party at a Bhondsi farmhouse, arresting 16 foreigners staying illegally. Over Rs 5 lakh worth of alcohol and cash seized. Read the full details.
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