Alert Andhra adopts private retail model for liquor sales The Andhra Pradesh cabinet has approved the adoption of a private retail model for liquor sales across the state in a bid to improve the efficiency of managing liquor business operations, as outlined in the new excise policy of the state. By Spiritz Desk 19 Sep 2024
Alert CIABC says India aims for 1 billion USD in alcobev exports India is aiming to achieve 1 billion USD in alcoholic beverage exports with support from both central and state governments, according to Anant S. Iyer, Director General of the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies (CIABC). By Spiritz Desk 18 Sep 2024
Alert Som arrives in Karnataka with Woodpecker Som Distilleries has made its entry into Karnataka with the launch of Woodpecker Premium Beer, a new line of beverages that introduces India’s first twist-cap beer. By Spiritz Desk 18 Sep 2024
Alert Coca-Cola to launch RTD with Bacardi The Coca-Cola Company and Bacardi Limited have partnered to launch a new ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail featuring BACARDÍ rum and Coca-Cola. This exciting collaboration, titled BACARDÍ Mixed with Coca-Cola RTD, will roll out in select European markets and Mexico in 2025, with plans for a global expansion. By Spiritz Desk 18 Sep 2024
Alert UP allows sugarcane-based ENA production The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the use of sugarcane juice and B-heavy molasses for the production of rectified spirit and extra-neutral alcohol (ENA). This policy aims to enhance the availability of raw materials for the state's liquor industry. By Spiritz Desk 17 Sep 2024
Alert SC grants bail to Arvind Kejriwal The Supreme Court has granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi's excise policy case. The apex court said “Arvind Kejriwal satisfies the triple condition for the grant of bail and we order accordingly.” By Spiritz Desk 13 Sep 2024
Alert Verdict on Arvind Kejriwal’s bail today The Supreme Court is set to announce its verdict later today in a plea filed by jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seeking bail and challenging his arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Delhi's excise policy case. By Spiritz Desk 13 Sep 2024
Alert Delhi HC grants bail to Arun Pillai The Delhi High Court has granted bail to Arun Ramchandra Pillai, a businessman from Hyderabad, in connection with a money-laundering case linked to the Delhi excise policy. By Spiritz Desk 12 Sep 2024
Alert Kerala allows IMFL supply to Lakshadweep The Kerala government has granted a one-time special sanction for the supply of Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) to Lakshadweep to promote tourism. By Spiritz Desk 11 Sep 2024