UTTAR PRADESH NUMBER AND LOCATION OF EXCISE SHOP RULES
Bad taste for ‘aam aadmi’: How adulterated mangoes pose fresh headache for regulators, consumers
The use of banned chemicals to ripen fruits is prevalent despite penalties and laws. The ball is in the food safety regulator’s court.
BJP's Post-Election Analysis: Candidate selection errors, Dalit perception, and apathy among key factors
The BJP is analyzing its performance in the 18th Lok Sabha elections, where it fell short of the 272-seat mark. While Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity remains strong, the party attributes its disappointing performance to candidate selection errors and a perception among Dalits that the BJP aims to change the constitution if it achieves a "400 seat" target. Apathy among BJP workers, fueled by a lack of competition perception, also played a role. The induction of leaders from other parties dampened worker spirits, and a quarter of BJP candidates were turncoats, diminishing cadre enthusiasm. Additionally, fears of the BJP rewriting the constitution if it achieved over a 2/3rd majority affected its performance, notably in Uttar Pradesh.
HC asks govt not to renew licence of liquor shop near Kanpur school after LKG student moves court
Allahabad High Court stops renewal of liquor shop license near Kanpur school following Atharva Dixit's PIL. Possible closure of Azad Nagar shop after March 31, 2025, due to 'anti-social elements' and legal regulations.
MP Pragya Thakur claims BJP MLA running illegal liquor shop, demands his removal
BJP MP Pragya Singh Thakur accuses Sudesh Rai, MLA, of running an illegal liquor shop in Sehore district. She demands his removal, claiming involvement of excise department, adarsh gram, district collector, police sub-inspector, anti-social element, and sadhvi. Videos of Thakur breaking into a room surface on social media.
Tikri border: Local shopkeepers fear losses due to farmers' protest
Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of CrPC have been imposed for 30 days till March 12 in the national capital in view of the 'Delhi Chalo March' called by farmer outfits. More than 5,000 security personnel have been deployed along the border with other states.
Delhi excise policy case: Court allows AAP MP Sanjay Singh to take oath in custody
The Rouse Avenue court granted permission for AAP MP Sanjay Singh to take oath as MP Rajya Sabha on February 5, 2024, while in custody, in the Delhi Excise Policy money laundering case. The court extended the judicial custody of Deputy CM Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh until February 17. Sanjay Singh withdrew his plea for interim bail to attend the ongoing Parliament session, citing the need to appear in court in Uttar Pradesh on February 7. T
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Shop shutters in Ayodhya decorated with Hindu-theme artwork, uniform boards
As part of the redevelopment carried out in Ayodhya on the last two years or so, this road was widened on both sides and many structures were partially demolished from the front side for the purpose. Many old buildings are also located on this stretch, and had an ornamental facade.
Uttar Pradesh allows beer shops to have a drinking area from April
Uttar Pradesh introduces a groundbreaking excise policy permitting beer shops to establish separate drinking areas, mirroring BYOB model shops. Under the new regulations effective April 1, 2024, vendors can acquire licenses for a 100-square-foot space near their shops at an annual fee of Rs 5,000. This move aims to deter public drinking in unsanctioned areas and foster revenue growth.
Bundelkhand: Can Congress outshine BJP in a poor region with diamond mine
The Bundelkhand region of Madhya Pradesh, known for its poverty and droughts, has historically leaned towards the ruling BJP in elections. However, the upcoming assembly polls will test if this trend continues or if the Congress can make gains. The region's politics are complex due to the influence of the SP and BSP from neighboring Uttar Pradesh.
Delhi Liquor scam case: AAP's Sanjay Singh moves Delhi HC challenging his arrest, ED remand
Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh has moved the Delhi High Court to challenge his arrest in the Delhi Liquor scam case. He has also challenged the remand granted by the court. The court has agreed to hear the matter today.
SP releases names of 2 more candidates, rules out possibility of being part of opposition INDIA alliance in MP polls
"The decision about the alliance in any state is taken by the party's national leadership, but as of now we don't see any possibility of such an alliance in Madhya Pradesh for the upcoming assembly polls. But, our national president will take a decision in this regard," Patel told PTI on Sunday.
Goa allows 24-hour opening of liquor shops at airports
The Goa government has amended the Goa Excise Duty Rules, announcing that licensed retail liquor outlets can now operate 24/7. The provision has led to a discussion among stakeholders, with the government pointing out that retail liquor outlets at airports are common throughout India and should, therefore, be applicable to the Manohar International Airport.
77th Independence Day echoes nationwide, yet in muted tones in Manipur and Himachal Pradesh
The 77th Independence Day was celebrated across states and union territories on Tuesday with colourful events and cultural programmes as some chief ministers announced new development and job schemes, while others counted the achievements of their governments. But the celebrations were muted in strife-torn Manipur and rain-battered Himachal Pradesh.
Shimla gets new traffic rules as summer tourist season peaks
According to Shimla police, on an average, about 12,000 vehicles enter Shimla on weekdays with the number rising to over 26,000 during weekends at the height of the summer tourist season, which lasts from April 15 to June 15.
PFI crackdown: NIA files chargesheet against 19 more
The PFI was formed in 2006 with the merger of National Development front (NDF) of Kerala and Karnataka Forum for Dignity (KFD) with Oma Salam becoming its Chairman, E M Abdul Rahiman Vice-chairman, V P Nazaruddin National Secretary, Anees Ahmed the national general secretary of the NEC, the top decision-making body in the outfit.
Student scholarships worth of Rs 75 cr misappropriated by some educational institutes in UP: ED
The ED alleged that these institutes "unlawfully" availed scholarships in the names of several ineligible candidates and "misappropriated" the funds. The scholarship is provided by the central and state governments to facilitate the education of SC, ST, PH (physically handicapped or differently-abled) candidates, and students from minority communities and economically weaker sections, the ED said.
Get ready to pay more for booze in Uttar Pradesh as cabinet hikes licence fee in new excise policy
Under the new excise policy, the licence fee for the model shops has been increased from two lakh to three lakh rupees. License fees and security fees for godowns have also been increased under the new policy.
AAP claims ED has also given 'clean chit' to Sisodia as agency carries out raids in Delhi excise case
The AAP's claim comes after the ED conducted searches across Delhi and five states on Tuesday as part of its money laundering investigation into the alleged irregularities in the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy.
Diageo halts some whiskey sales in India to push price hikes
Diageo’s difficulties are emblematic of a market where a high potential for growth for alcohol makers is complicated by tradition and taboo. Mahatma Gandhi wanted to rid the country of liquor and some states, such as Bihar and Gujarat, do ban alcohol. But a growing class of urbanist India drinkers, seeking out new tastes and craft beverages, are also a profitable opportunity.
Kejriwal, Sisodia can get Bharat Ratna under 'category for corruption': Cong on excise policy probe
The Congress has been increasingly targeting AAP after Arvind Kejriwal's party ousted it in Punjab and was also threatening to make inroads in poll-bound Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh, where the BJP and Congress have dominated the political scene till now.
Delhi Excise dept gears up for opening liquor vends, 300 licenses issued so far
The Delhi government last month decided to revert to old excise policy that was prevailing before implementation of Excise Policy 2021-22 from November 17, 2021. The decision came in the wake of Lt Governor VK Saxena recommending a CBI probe into alleged violation of rules and procedural lapses in its implementation.
Private liquor vend employees in Delhi stare at uncertain future
The Delhi government had made retail liquor sale completely private with its new excise policy implemented on November 17, 2021. The policy has been recalled recently in the backdrop of the lieutenant governor recommending a CBI probe into it. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia recently said the government will revert to the old excise policy regime and operate liquor stores through four of its corporations from September 1.
Agnipath row: Centre announces incentives, offers talks as protests spread to more states
In Bihar, where a bandh had been called, a railway station and a police vehicle were torched, an ambulance attacked and security personnel injured in stone-pelting incidents on the fourth consecutive day of the agitation, while protesters vandalised Ludhiana railway station in Punjab and blocked roads and rail tracks in West Bengal, Haryana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Odisha and Uttar Pradesh.
Prohibition demand: Uma Bharti throws cow dung at liquor shop in MP
A video surfaced on social media in which Bharti was seen throwing cow dung at the liquor shop on Tuesday evening in Orchha, a religious town famous for the Ram Raja temple. In the clip, Bharti was heard telling the person shooting the video, "See, I have thrown the cow dung and not pelted stones."
Delhi government takes policy decision to allow bars to serve liquor till 3 am
In the NCR towns of Gurgaon and Faridabad in Haryana, bars are allowed to open till 3 AM. However, in Noida and Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh, bars are open till 1 AM.
Keshav Prasad Maurya: Back in saddle as Uttar Pradesh deputy CM
The 52-year-old leader lost from Sirathu by nearly 7000 votes, leading to speculations of his omission from the new Adityanath-led government.
Uttar Pradesh Polls 2022: Can Jats and Muslims dent BJP's dominance in Western UP?
Western UP is seeing new political combinations pitted against old loyalties. Akhilesh-led SP has allied with RLD, led by Jayant Chaudhary, to get the support of Jats who are angry with the BJP over the farm laws which have now been repealed.
Delhi slashes number of dry days to 3, down from 21 earlier
Earlier, the dry days numbered 21 including on birth anniversary of great leaders and religious festivals. The business premises of a licensee will be kept closed on dry day.
Parties hope to gain from 'lucky number 7' in seven-phase Uttar Pradesh polls
The Election Commission had recently announced the poll schedule in the state. Counting of votes will take place on March 10.The state will go to polls on February 10, February 14, February 20, February 23, February 27, March 3 and March 7.
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