Noida issues 176 festive party licences for Christmas, New Year
Noida's excise department has issued 176 temporary licences for Christmas and New Year parties. Over 140 went to RWAs and housing societies. Read about the new rules and reduced fees.
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Punjab Liquor Traders Urge Govt to Amend Excise Policy
Punjab liquor traders warn of financial stress, call for abolishing open IMFL quota system in 2026-27 excise policy. They cite oversupply and unsustainable competition as major threats.
Murder accused among two held with MDMA in Kollam
Kerala excise officials arrested two men, including a murder case accused, seizing 11.65 gm of MDMA. The duo allegedly procured drugs from a Nigerian national in Bengaluru. Read the full details.
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.
Patna HC: Return stolen vehicles used in liquor smuggling
Patna High Court orders return of stolen vehicles seized in liquor smuggling cases if owner is innocent. Landmark judgment protects victims from penalties for crimes of others. Read the full story.
US Judge Rules ICE Raid Violated Constitution
A federal judge finds ICE agents violated the Fourth Amendment during a New York factory raid, questioning aggressive immigration tactics. Read the full details.
974g Ganja Seized, 2 Arrested in Mysuru Excise Raid
Excise officials in KR Nagar, Mysuru, arrested two individuals and seized 974 grams of dry ganja near Thopamma temple. The accused were allegedly transporting the contraband for sale. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case here.
Hotels seek extended hours for festive season in Maharashtra
HRAWI requests Maharashtra govt to extend operating hours for bars & restaurants until 5 AM on Dec 24, 25, 31. Move aims to boost festive hospitality & tourism.
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.
Haryana Minister Acts Against Corruption in Food Dept
Haryana's Food Minister Rajesh Nagar suspends an inspector, orders FIRs against officials for disrupting ration supply. Grievances on land, infrastructure also addressed. Read more.
Injured Sambar Deer Rescued in Nashik, Condition Stable
A six-year-old sambar deer was safely rescued by Nashik forest officials after it strayed into a residential area, colliding with a fence. Read about the swift operation that prevented a traffic mishap.
Gujarat Police Seize Rs 20.6 Lakh Liquor, Arrest 3
Ahmedabad Crime Branch raids Vatva godown, seizes 1,152 liquor bottles worth Rs 14.97 lakh ahead of New Year's Eve. Three arrested, one absconding. Read the full details.
Thiruvananthapuram Tightens Festive Season Security
Thiruvananthapuram excise department launches a special enforcement drive until Jan 5 to curb liquor and drug trafficking during Christmas and New Year. Public urged to report via helpline 0471-2473149.
Birch Partner Arrested for Forging Health NOC in Goa
Mapusa police arrest Ajay Gupta of Birch by Romeo Lane for allegedly forging a health officer's NOC to obtain an excise licence. Latest updates on the tragic fire case bail hearings included.
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.
Haryana Minister Suspends Inspector Over Irregularities
Haryana's Food Minister Rajesh Nagar suspends an inspector, orders FIRs in three cases after probe finds procedural lapses and public grievances. Read about the key decisions from the Kurukshetra meeting.
Punjab GST up 16%, Excise revenue surges 8.64%
Punjab's GST collections surge 16% to Rs 17,860 crore till November. Excise revenue also rises 8.64%. FM Cheema credits tech-driven enforcement & OTS scheme for boosting state finances.
Delhi increases sacramental wine limit for churches to 4,000 litres
Delhi government significantly raises the annual sacramental wine storage limit for churches from 91 to 4,000 litres ahead of Christmas. The excise rules have been amended to ease religious and industrial needs.
52 Kg Ganja Seized, 4 Arrested in Ganjam District
Excise officials in Odisha's Ganjam district arrested four persons, including a woman, and seized 52 kg of ganja worth ₹25 lakh. One accused was previously arrested for smuggling. Read the full details.
Sikh Nagar Kirtan halted in Auckland, sparks major row
A major controversy erupts in New Zealand after police halt a Sikh Nagar Kirtan procession in Auckland. Watch video and get full details on the incident and reactions.
Gurgaon: 16 foreigners held in illegal farmhouse party raid
Gurgaon police raided a Bhondsi farmhouse, arresting 16 foreigners staying illegally. Rs 5 lakh worth of alcohol, cash, and cards seized. Organisers on the run. Read details.
Fresh Chargesheet Against Bhupesh Baghel's Son in Liquor Scam
Chhattisgarh EOW/ACB files 8th chargesheet in liquor scam, names Chaitanya Baghel as key syndicate figure. Probe pegs scam at over ₹3,074 crore. Read the latest details.
Happy Streets 3.0 Energizes Bengaluru's RR Nagar
Bengaluru's Rajarajeshwari Nagar celebrated community spirit as the third Happy Streets event turned a traffic-free road into a festival of fitness, art, and culture. Read resident reactions.
Bhopal: 888 illicit liquor boxes seized in late-night raid
Bhopal Crime Branch raids illegal liquor warehouse, seizes 888 boxes. Three arrested, hunt on for manager. Read the full details of the major crackdown here.
Kerala Excise Arrests Duo, Seizes 100kg Banned Tobacco
Kerala Excise arrests a father-son duo in Thiruvananthapuram, seizing 100kg of banned tobacco products meant for wholesale distribution. Read about the special festive season crackdown.
Trump's Panties Remark at NC Rally Over FBI Raid
Donald Trump sparked laughter at a North Carolina rally by detailing the FBI's search of Melania's closet during the 2022 Mar-a-Lago raid. Read the full story and legal context here.
Udupi: Police raid lodge, arrest 2 for prostitution racket
Padubidri police raided a lodge near NH 66 in Kaup, arresting two men for allegedly running a prostitution ring and rescuing women. The accused lured distressed women for illegal activities. Read the full details.
Trump Rants About FBI Raid, Melania's Underwear Drawer
Donald Trump sparked controversy at a rally, claiming FBI agents made a mess of Melania Trump's wardrobe during the Mar-a-Lago raid. Read the full details of his surreal speech.
Crocodiles Spotted in Kanpur Pond, Residents Terrified
Two crocodiles emerged in a pond in Kanpur's Kalyanpur area, causing panic. Residents locked homes, forest department alerted. Read the full story on the ongoing reptile crisis.
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