Moves to curb surrogate liquor advertising with hefty fines
The Center government is set to crack down on surrogate advertising by liquor companies, introducing draft rules that could impose fines of up to Rs 50 lakh.
The Center government is set to crack down on surrogate advertising by liquor companies, introducing draft rules that could impose fines of up to Rs 50 lakh.
In a significant move, the Gujarat government is reportedly considering easing liquor laws within the Diamond Research and Mercantile (DREAM) City, which is home to the Surat Diamond Bourse (SDB). DREAM is the world's largest office space.
Telangana’s Chief Minister, A. Revanth Reddy has announced in the state legislative assembly that non -alcoholic beverage outlets and other commercial establishments in Hyderabad can operate until 1 am.
The Andhra Pradesh Government has appointed Nishant Kumar, a 2014 batch IAS officer, as the Managing Director of Andhra Pradesh State Beverages Corporation Ltd and the Commissioner of Distilleries & Breweries.
In response to complaints against overcharging by liquor vendors in the state, the Himachal Pradesh government has introduced strict measures to address complaints of liquor vendors overcharging customers.
With a goal to cross the targeted growth in state excise collection by the end of the 2024-25 fiscal, the West Bengal government is thinking on the possibility of increasing the prices of different liquor and beer brands in the state.
Telangana’s Excise Minister, Jupally Krishna Rao clarified that the state government did not plan to raise liquor prices despite the increased revenue estimates in the budget.