Police constable Nanasaheb Divekar found murdered in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Body recovered from a mud house; three relatives detained. Probe points to illicit relationship as motive. Read the full investigation details.
A sharp increase in excise duty on cigarettes, effective Feb 1, 2026, may trigger a surge in illicit trade and cause revenue losses, experts caution. Read more.
Nicolas Maduro is out, but who leads Venezuela? US investigators reveal military officials profit from illicit trade, creating a dangerous power vacuum. Read the full report.
Noida police arrest three men for murdering a 24-year-old over suspicion of an illicit relationship. The body was dumped in a drain. Read the full investigation details.
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.
An Air India pilot was removed from duty at Vancouver airport after failing a pre-flight alcohol test. Canadian authorities have asked the airline to investigate the incident.
Phulwarisharif police swiftly detained a teenager for allegedly strangling Golu Kumar, 16, in a Patna village. The motive was linked to an illicit relationship with the accused's sister. Read the full investigation details.
An Air India pilot was detained in Vancouver after failing a pre-flight alcohol test. The flight to Delhi was delayed by over 10 hours. Read the full details of the incident and its consequences.
Police data reveals a 21% surge in murders in North Andhra Pradesh for 2025, with extra-marital affairs being the primary motive in 40% of cases. Read the shocking details and district-wise breakdown.
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.
Vadodara Police deploy special units to intercept illicit liquor and drug deliveries via two-wheelers during New Year celebrations. Read about the crackdown and recent seizures.
Saudi Arabia's strict alcohol ban, a cornerstone of its laws, traces back to a shocking 1951 murder involving a Saudi prince. Discover the full story behind the prohibition that shaped the kingdom for decades. Read more.
Kerala vigilance uncovers deep-rooted corruption in liquor trade. Raids reveal bribes, fake records, and collusion between bar owners and excise officials. Read the shocking details.
A 22-year-old man in Salem strangled his lover and threw her body into a deep gorge. The Yercaud police have arrested the accused after a chilling investigation. Read the full details.
Kerala Vigilance conducts surprise raids at 66 bars & excise offices over illicit liquor sales & bribery allegations. Public urged to report corruption via toll-free number.
Ludhiana police arrested four men for stealing from hosiery units, recovering stolen material, a vehicle, and illicit liquor. A notorious offender with 24 cases was among those caught.
A 31-year-old man out on bail was arrested following a police encounter in Mathura for allegedly murdering his friend over suspicion of an illicit affair. Read the full details of the case and police action.
Humans aren't alone in enjoying alcohol. Discover three wild animals, including Vervet monkeys and fruit flies, known to consume fermented foods and their fascinating behaviours. Read more.
Kondhwa police raided an illegal liquor operation in Kakade Vasti, Pune, confiscating over Rs 1 crore in unaccounted cash and liquor worth Rs 3.47 lakh. Three suspects face charges under the Prohibition Act. Read the full details.
Explore India's dry states like Gujarat, Bihar, and Nagaland where alcohol is banned. Learn about the constitutional directive, historical bans, and unique state laws shaping prohibition.
Hangxiety is a real brain reaction to alcohol, causing anxiety the next day. Learn the science behind GABA, cortisol, and blood sugar drops, and discover who is most vulnerable and how to prevent it.
CBI registers disproportionate assets case against former ED assistant director Vishal Deep & his PNB manager brother. Assets allegedly 231.4% more than known income. Details inside.
Health experts from Artemis Hospitals warn no alcohol is completely safe this festive season. Learn safe limits, beer vs wine facts, and post-party detox tips.
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.
New research reveals even 9 grams of alcohol daily increases buccal mucosa cancer risk by nearly 50%. Local liquor poses a higher threat. Learn the facts.
Dausa police solved a murder case, arresting the wife who orchestrated her husband's contract killing near the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. Read the shocking details.
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.
Hyderabad police arrest a 36-year-old woman, her 22-year-old paramour, and an accomplice for allegedly strangling her husband to death at their Boduppal residence on December 11. Read the full investigation details.
Unidentified assailants pelted stones & fired at Seemanchal Express near Ara. RPF jawans chased them away. Police suspect illicit liquor smugglers. Read the full investigation details.
Kishanganj police swiftly arrested four individuals for murdering a man and disguising it as a road accident. The crime stemmed from family resentment over an alleged illicit relationship. Read the full details.