NWKRTC Faces Backlash for Tobacco Ads on Buses
The North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation draws public ire for displaying tobacco-linked advertisements on city buses, contradicting its own fines for tobacco use under COTPA.
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Nagpur Civic Polls: NMC Earns Rs7 Lakh from Ads
Nagpur Municipal Corporation generated Rs7,02,752 revenue from political advertisements during civic election campaigns. BJP led spending with Rs6.37 lakh, far ahead of Congress and other parties.
MP Lavu to Raise Tobacco Farmers' GST Concerns in Parliament
Narasaraopet MP Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu assures tobacco farmers he will take their GST hike grievances to the Centre, seeking relief to protect livelihoods in Guntur's Vinukonda belt. Read more.
RGUHS to Write to I&B Ministry for Anti-Drug Addiction Ads
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences plans to request the I&B Ministry to feature public service ads on drug addiction, aiming to raise crucial awareness among India's youth. Learn about the initiative.
Tobacco Smoke Damages Male Fertility, Warn Experts
Beyond lung & heart disease, tobacco's toxic cocktail of nicotine & carcinogens severely impacts male reproductive health at molecular levels. Learn the risks.
India's Tobacco Tax Reform: Economics Over Morality
India's new tobacco tax policy prioritises economic rationale, addressing healthcare costs and lost productivity. Read the analysis of this critical public health and fiscal decision.
HC Refuses PIL Against Political Photos in Govt Ads
Vijayawada High Court declines to hear PIL alleging misuse of government ads for political promotion. The bench advises petitioner to approach the Supreme Court instead. Read the full details.
Tobacco Farmers Urge PM Modi to Review Steep Excise Duty Hike
FCV tobacco farmers from Andhra Pradesh urge PM Modi & CM Naidu to review a steep excise hike, fearing a severe livelihood crisis and price crash. Read their urgent appeal.
FDA seizes Rs 31 crore banned tobacco in Pune raid
Maharashtra FDA officials confiscated raw tobacco and hookah products worth Rs 31.67 crore from a Pune unit. This major crackdown follows a similar raid in Thane, enforcing a strict ban on such hazardous substances.
36kg Banned Tobacco Seized, Man Arrested in Trichy
Trichy police arrested a man and seized 36kg of banned tobacco worth ₹51,300 in Srirangam. A separate case saw 100g of pan masala confiscated. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Karnataka Tobacco Farmers Protest New Central Excise Duty
Tobacco growers in Karnataka protest against the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill-2025, citing a massive tax hike that threatens their survival. They demand a rollback to protect farmer livelihoods.
Tobacco Farmers in South India Protest Excise Duty Hike
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.
Mysuru Tobacco Farmers Worry Over Prices After Tax Hike
Mysuru tobacco growers face price uncertainty as new taxes on tobacco products loom. While current prices hover around Rs 320/kg, fears of a crash clash with hopes of a post-Sankranti surge to Rs 400/kg. Explore the market divide.
Tobacco Tax Hike Could Spur Smuggling, Warn Experts
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.
Cigarette Prices to Rise from February 1
Cigarettes to cost more as new excise duty and 40% GST kick in from February 1. Check the new price slabs and tax changes for all tobacco products.
ITC stock target price cut 26% after tobacco tax hike
Major brokerages downgrade ITC and cut target price by up to 26% following a proposed sharp hike in taxes on tobacco products. The stock fell over 13% in two sessions. Read more.
Jaipur JMC fines vendors ₹2 lakh in tobacco crackdown
Jaipur Municipal Corporation launches a major drive against tobacco sales near schools, confiscates products and issues warnings. Read about the new enforcement rules.
4 Trichy Shopkeepers Held for Selling Banned Tobacco
Trichy police arrested four shopkeepers under the COTPA Act for selling prohibited tobacco items. The accused were remanded to judicial custody. Read the full details.
AP Tobacco Farmers Protest Central Tax Hike
Thousands of tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh protest against the Centre's steep tax increase, warning it will destroy livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback.
UPSC Key: Tobacco Tax, AGR, Gaganyaan & EU Carbon Tax
Essential UPSC updates: New tobacco duty rates from Feb 1, Vodafone Idea's AGR relief, Gaganyaan mission delays, and the impact of EU's CBAM on Indian exports. Key insights for Prelims and Mains.
Tobacco farmers protest tax hike, warn of smuggling surge
Thousands of tobacco farmers protest in Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka against a steep GST hike, warning it will crush livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback to revenue-neutral rates.
ITC shares plunge 14% on steep tobacco tax hike
ITC shares hit a 3-year low after a steep excise duty hike on tobacco, eroding ₹72,300 crore in shareholder wealth. LIC faces a massive ₹11,460 crore loss. Key brokerages downgrade the stock.
Tobacco Duty Hike: Why Some FMCG Stocks Unaffected
Union Budget 2026's additional excise duty on tobacco had a mixed impact on FMCG stocks. Discover why shares of companies like ITC, Godfrey Phillips, and VST Industries reacted differently.
Govt hikes excise duty on cigarettes; prices to rise from Feb 1
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
ITC Shares Drop Over 5%, Tobacco Stocks Slide
ITC shares fell more than 5% on Friday, dragging down the broader tobacco sector. The sell-off follows a recent government report and ongoing regulatory pressures. Discover the key reasons and market impact.
ITC Stock Hits 52-Week Low on New Tobacco Tax
ITC share price crashed over 5% to ₹345.35 after the government announced a fresh excise duty on cigarettes. Get the full details on the market impact and new tax rates effective February 1.
New GST Rates on Tobacco, Pan Masala Effective Feb 1
The GST Council has approved new tax rates for tobacco, pan masala, and other items from February 1. Learn about the revised compensation cess and its impact on prices.
Cigarette Prices to Rise 20% from February 1
Cigarette prices in India are expected to surge by up to 20% from February 1, 2025, following a significant increase in the National Calamity Contingent Duty. This move will impact major tobacco companies and consumers nationwide.
New Tobacco & Pan Masala Cess: 40% GST + Excise from Feb 1
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 Eyes Higher Cigarette Tax to Match Health 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.
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