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Ayaesha Gooptu joins Fino Tequila
Fino Tequila, the premium spirits brand co-owned by former cricketer Yuvraj Singh, has named Ayaesha Gooptu as its India Country Head, signaling a strategic push to expand its footprint in the Indian alcobev market.
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Chirag Paswan calls toddy a natural product, not liquor
Union Food Processing Minister Chirag Paswan stated that toddy should not be categorised as liquor, calling it a ‘natural product’. His remarks come amid renewed political debate in Bihar over the state’s prohibition laws.
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Loya at Taj launches nature-inspired cocktails
Loya at Taj Palace, New Delhi, has launched Vriksh, an innovative cocktail programme inspired by the cyclical journey from root to fruit.
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Osborne opens premium showcase at Jerez Airport
Spanish wine, spirits and gourmet food specialist Osborne in collaboration with leading travel retail and F&B operator Avolta has launched a branded space at Jerez Airport in Andalucía, Spain.
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Whyte & Mackay’s strategy to elevate luxury retail
Whyte & Mackay unveiled a focused ‘3D’ strategy—Desirable, Distinctive, and Differentiated—at the APTRA India Conference held in Mumbai from April 7-9.
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THSC concludes women skilling project
The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) has successfully concluded its women empowerment skilling initiative, launched during its 10th anniversary in August 2024.
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Diageo India puts spotlight on upcycling by-product
As the world celebrated another Earth Day on April 22, Diageo India’s The Good Craft Co. (TGCC) shone a spotlight on the theme of sustainability and circularity within the food and beverage ecosystem.
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Liquor to cost more in Puducherry
Liquor prices in Puducherry are set to rise significantly as the government on Wednesday approved a major hike in excise duty, additional excise duty, special excise duty, and licence fees.
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AlcoBev India 2025 concludes with vision for global growth
The AlcoBev India 2025 conference, jointly organised by the Confederation of Indian Alcoholic Beverage Companies (CIABC) and APEDA, brought together stakeholders from across the alcoholic beverage value chain on Wednesday to highlight India’s ambitions to become a global player in the segment.
