STATE EXCISE DEPARTMENT

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Haryana and Punjab linked to a ₹10,618 crore VAT scam. The agency alleges that a syndicate, including Amit Bansal and others, falsely claimed interstate sales of goods without actual movement. T...

BRS leader K Kavitha was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 15, 2024 and by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on April 11, 2024. The bench of Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma, after hearing submissions from all sides, decided to res...

The Maharashtra excise department has suspended two inspector-rank officers for alleged dereliction of duty in connection with a probe into a bar in Pune violating rules. It seized 241 liters of foreign liquor valued at Rs 3 lakh from Liquid Leisure...

The Supreme Court denied bail to AAP leader Manish Sisodia in the Delhi excise policy scam cases. Bail may be requested after final chargesheet filing by CBI and ED, involving allegations of corruption and money laundering.

Pune district administration considers webcasting entry and exit points of pubs to enforce rules after a 17-year-old juvenile driving a Porsche fatally hits two people in Kalyani Nagar.

The West Bengal CID arrested a butcher in Bongaon for allegedly assisting in the murder and dismemberment of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar. The victim's body parts were found scattered, and the investigation revealed a murder plot involving multi...

Kerala's Excise Minister M B Rajesh has denied any discussions on the state's liquor policy, despite reports suggesting the Left administration may withdraw the 'dry day' norm. Rajesh cited a voice clip allegedly suggesting a bar association member ...

The West Bengal Crime Investigation Department (CID) detained a suspect on Thursday evening in connection with the alleged murder of Bangladesh MP Anwarul Azim Anar. According to a PTI report, authorities suspect that the MP was "lured" into a flat ...

The Pune Municipal Corporation demolished two pubs, Waters and Orilla, in Koregaon Park for unauthorized expansions. This action is part of a city-wide crackdown on illegal structures in areas with many pubs and restaurants. The drive follows a fata...

Pune Car Accident: Pune's district administration has ordered the indefinite closure of two pubs in Mundhwa for serving alcohol to underage guests, including the 17-year-old driver involved in a fatal accident that killed two people. The decision fo...

Law enforcement agencies in Haryana seized Rs 56 crore worth of drugs, liquor, and unaccounted-for cash since the Model Code of Conduct for Lok Sabha elections began on March 16. The seizures included cash amounting to Rs 11.50 crore, illegal liquor...

Delhi Excise Policy Scam: The Supreme Court postponed its verdict on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bail plea, citing the need for further investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Kejriwal faces accusations related to alleged money...

UP government committee is reviewing extending Noida, Ghaziabad bar hours to boost revenue. Noida owners propose bars open until 4 am. Currently, bars in Delhi can be open until 3 am while those in Gurgaon operate 24/7.

CEO Meena ensures GPS tracking of liquor movement by APSBCL, Prohibition Department, SEB, with webcasting to prevent illegal activities post-election schedule announcement in Andhra Pradesh.

Telangana has brought all 24 liquor production points under CCTV surveillance to prevent illegal alcohol distribution in the run-up to the May 13 Lok Sabha elections. The state Excise Department is monitoring the sale of alcohol and will inform the ...

Arvind Kejriwal Excise Policy Case: India has summoned US diplomat to protest against a US state department official's remarks on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest. US official's comments on fair trial for Kejriwal raised concerns.

Punjab BJP presses for ED probe into excise policy, citing AAP corruption. BJP accuses AAP of receiving black money. Election Commission seeks report on Sangrur's liquor tragedy. AAP denies corruption allegations, claims revenue increase.

Punjab BJP delegation urges ED probe into Punjab's excise policy similar to Delhi's. Allegations of AAP involvement, revenue loss, and coercion of officers highlight the demand for investigation into corruption and favoritism in the state.

​​Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena also said that the Election Commission is taking stock of liquor production and storage with respect to manufacturers, warehouses and retailers from the Excise Department on a daily basis t...