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.
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.
A self-styled 'Baba' in Uttar Pradesh, known as 'Cigarette Baba,' claims to cure ailments using cigarettes, directly challenging medical science. Discover the details of this controversial practice.
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.
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.
LIC's stake in ITC plunges after a massive excise duty increase on cigarettes. Brokers downgrade stock, warning of price hikes and limited upside. Full analysis inside.
ITC shares crash 14% after a steep 50% cigarette tax increase announced in the budget. Analysts downgrade stock, warn of 40% price hikes needed. Read the full analysis.
ITC shares tumble to a 3-year low after a surprise excise duty hike on cigarettes. Brokerages downgrade stock, slash targets, and warn of earnings pressure. Full analysis inside.
ITC shares tumble over 13% as a steep hike in cigarette taxes threatens volumes and profits. Analysts slash earnings forecasts and downgrade the stock. Read more.
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.
Cigarette stocks like ITC crashed after govt notified new tax structure from Feb 1, replacing GST cess with higher excise. Analysts warn of 15-20% price hikes impacting sales. Full details inside.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Shares of ITC and Godfrey Phillips fell sharply after the government announced a hike in excise duty on cigarettes in the interim budget. The new rates are effective from February 1. Read for full market impact analysis.
A 22-year-old man in Bengaluru was assaulted and forced to pay Rs 900 online after a dispute over a single cigarette's price escalated on Brigade Road. Police have registered a case.
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
A 28-year-old man was severely beaten in Kolhapur's Shirol after confronting youths who threw a burning cigarette at him. Police have arrested three based on CCTV footage. Read the full details.
Four men assaulted a watchman and stole cigarettes worth Rs 80-90 lakh from a Ballabhgarh wholesale warehouse. Police are investigating an insider's role. Read the full story.
A 45-year-old man in Delhi's Shahdara allegedly strangled his wife to death after she refused to give him Rs 20 for cigarettes. The accused has been arrested. Read the shocking details.
A healthy 40-year-old woman woke up with sudden vision loss in one eye. Doctors traced the cause to her vaping habit. Learn how e-cigarettes can damage eye health.
A tragic domestic violence incident in Delhi's Shahdara ended in a murder-suicide after a fight over Rs 20 for a cigarette. Police investigation ongoing. Read the full report.
Explore the chilling 2026 prophecies of mystic Baba Vanga, including AI dominance, alien contact, and World War 3 warnings. What did she foresee for the world?
Rajya Sabha MP Baba Balbir Singh Seechewal writes to Jal Shakti Minister, demanding a special package for flood control and de-silting of Harike Pattan to prevent future disasters in Punjab. Read more.
A deadly gang war erupted at a Rohtak liquor vend linked to Sunny Ritoliya's 'Baba gang'. One dead, four injured after over 30 rounds fired. Police detain eight. Read the full report.
Bigg Boss 18's Shrutika Arjun and Chahat Pandey visited Shirdi Sai Baba temple for spiritual peace. Read about their bond and journey from Cooku with Comali to Bigg Boss.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath addresses the Hathras stampede, emphasizing a thorough investigation and promising justice. The state government is providing full support to victims' families.
The historic town of Hansi, workplace of Sufi saint Baba Farid, is now a district in Haryana. Discover its rich history of communal harmony and administrative evolution. Read more!
Sant Baba Bhag Singh University's school in Jalandhar held its Annual Sports Day, featuring energetic competitions and cultural performances. The event emphasized holistic education and student development.