A major bribery scandal involving excise officials has erupted in Bengaluru, putting the Congress government under pressure as the BJP plans to target minister RB Timmapur during a special legislative session.
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.
BJP leader R Ashoka alleges a massive Rs 2,500 crore scam in Karnataka's Excise Department and demands the resignation of Excise Minister Thimmapur, holding Chief Minister Siddaramaiah responsible.
Karnataka BJP alleges a massive Rs 2,500 crore bribery scam in the Excise Department, demanding the resignation of Minister R B Thimmapur after officials were caught accepting bribes.
Gajendra Singh, facing ACB probe in liquor scam, appointed as joint excise commissioner after 56 days in jail. Posting raises eyebrows in Jharkhand administration.
Delhi government declares five dry days from January to March for Republic Day and religious festivals. Hotels with specific licenses can serve alcohol via room service.
Lokayukta officials arrested a deputy commissioner of excise and two colleagues in Bengaluru for accepting a Rs 25 lakh bribe to clear liquor and microbrewery licences.
The Lokayukta arrested the Deputy Commissioner of Excise and two colleagues while accepting a Rs 25 lakh bribe. The complainant alleged officials demanded Rs 2.30 crore for license clearances.
Lokayukta police arrested senior Bengaluru Excise officers for demanding ₹80 lakh bribe to clear bar and microbrewery licenses. Officials were caught accepting ₹25 lakh as first installment.
Mumbai witnesses a sharp rise in illegal liquor trade ahead of BMC elections, with arrests tripling and seizures soaring as political operatives mobilize voters in slum areas.
Haryana Police and Excise Department officials held a high-level meeting to strengthen efforts against the liquor mafia, focusing on coordinated action and stricter enforcement.
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.
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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.
Climate activist Harjeet Singh arrested by UP excise for excess liquor after ED raids probe ₹6 crore foreign funds linked to FF-NPT treaty. Singh denies influencing government.
Delhi High Court demands personal affidavit from Excise Commissioner over year-long delay in relocating a liquor vend from Swaroop Nagar. Court questions authorities' inaction affecting residents' safety. Read the full story.
Mohali Excise Department intensifies enforcement drive, books dhaba owner for openly serving liquor. Read the full details of the crackdown on Kharar-Landran Road.
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.
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.
ED attaches Rs 38.21 crore assets of ex-IAS officer, 30 others in Chhattisgarh liquor scam. Probe reveals Rs 2,800 crore loss to state. Key political figures named. Read the full details.
Eight monkeys found dead under mysterious circumstances in Karnataka's forest. Viscera sent for lab tests to determine cause. Forest Department launches investigation.
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.
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.
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.
Odisha excise officials arrested three individuals and seized 265 grams of brown sugar in Bhubaneswar's Forest Park area. The accused were produced in court following a targeted anti-drug operation. Read the full details.
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.