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Obesity rate, alcohol and tobacco use behind rising cancer rate in Kerala: Experts
New Delhi, July 2: Obesity rate, and alcohol and tobacco use are the major reasons driving cancer rates in Kerala -- far above the national average, experts said on Wednesday.
Study shows alcohol-linked liver deaths rising in women, young adults
New Delhi, June 14: Alcohol-related liver disease deaths are increasing rapidly among women and young adults, according to new research.
Maha Cabinet approves grain-based alcohol, hike in excise duty on IMFL
Mumbai, June 10: The Maharashtra Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, on Tuesday, gave approval for the launch of a new category of Maharashtra Made Liquor (MML) and also cleared hike in the excise duty on Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL).
Gujarat: Liquor valued at Rs 59 lakh crushed in Vadodara after court order
Vadodara, May 21: Liquor valued at Rs 59 lakh seized from various police stations under DCP Zone-1 was destroyed by crushing it under a road roller in the Koyali area of the city.
England Test skipper Ben Stokes gives up alcohol during his latest injury rehabilitation
London, May 19: To be fit and fire all cylinders for England this summer, Test captain Ben Stokes has discarded alcohol during his latest injury rehabilitation.
Demi Lovato comes out in support of Chrissy Teigen after her alcohol confession
Los Angeles, May 17: Singer-songwriter Demi Lovato has extended her support to Chrissy Teigen, after the latter spoke about her alcohol relapse.
Chrissy Teigen opens up about her alcohol relapse
Los Angeles, May 16: After staying sober for quite some time, Chrissy Teigen, the wife of Grammy-winning musician John Legend, had caved in to her body's demand for alcohol. She reflected on her relationship with alcohol, revealing that she had a relapse in her sobriety journey.
India's alcoholic beverage firms poised to stay on double-digit high in FY26: Crisil
New Delhi, May 16: Alcoholic beverage (alcobev) manufacturers in the country will see their revenue grow 8-10 per cent to Rs 5.3 lakh crore in financial year 2025-26, keeping up the momentum of a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13 per cent over the three preceding fiscals. The operating profitability will increase 60-80 basis points (bps), supported by continuing premiumisation, according to a Crisil report released on Friday.
15 labourers die after consuming spurious liquor in Amritsar
Chandigarh, May 13: At least 15 men have died after allegedly consuming spurious liquor in four villages of the Majitha area in Amritsar district, officials said on Tuesday.
Gujarat: Liquor valued at Rs 52.46 lakh destroyed in Jamnagar
Jamnagar, May 5: Gujarat Police under the Lalpur Police Division of Jamnagar district carried out a public destruction of English liquor and beer valued at Rs 52.46 lakh, an official said.
Hooch tragedy averted as 2,240 litres of pilfered extra neutral alcohol seized: Punjab Minister
Chandigarh, April 27: Punjab Finance and Excise Minister Harpal Cheema on Sunday announced a breakthrough in the state’s ongoing "Yudh Nashian Virudh" (war against addiction) campaign with the seizure of 2,240 litres of pilfered extra neutral alcohol (ENA), averting a potential major hooch tragedy.
Amit Shah launches nationwide initiative 'HEALD' to tackle liver disease on World Liver Day
New Delhi, April 19: The Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS) marked a milestone with the launch of HEALD - Healthy Liver Education and Alcohol-associated Liver Disease Prevention -- a first-of-its-kind nationwide initiative aimed at tackling liver disease in India on the occasion of World Liver Day.
Revised liquor prices come into effect from today in Rajasthan
Jaipur, April 15: Revised liquor prices notified by the Excise Department have come into effect across Rajasthan from Tuesday. The updated rates apply to all licensed liquor outlets in the state.
Ben Affleck was bringing 'unhappiness to work' everyday while starring in 'Justice League'
Los Angeles, March 25: Oscar-winning star Ben Affleck has talked about his struggles with alcohol and challenges being under the cowl in Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice, Suicide Squad, Justice League and The Flash.
Shardul Pandit questions Orry's 'celebrity hall pass' after Vaishno Devi drinking incident
Mumbai, March 20: In a recent video, actor Shardul Pandit addressed the controversial incident involving influencer Orry, who was booked in an FIR along with seven others for allegedly consuming alcohol near Vaishno Devi temple.
As long as you are in Katra, take care of it: Hotel body after Orry, 7 others booked for for allegedly consuming alcohol at J-K hotel
Katra, March 17: President of the Hotel and Restaurant Association in Katra, Rakesh Wazir has cautioned that alcohol should be avoided as long as one is in Katra to maintain the sanctity of Mata Vaishno Devi.
J&K govt to invite bids for establishment of more than 200 liquor outlets
Jammu, March 12: The J&K government plans to invite tenders for the opening of more than 200 liquor outlets according to the government's excise policy of 2025-2026 and this comes even as voices seeking a ban on liquor get shriller in the Union Territory.
Maharashtra: NOC of housing societies must to open liquor shops in commercial areas
Mumbai, March 11: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and State Excise Minister Ajit Pawar on Tuesday announced new rules for starting beer or liquor shops in the commercial areas of the housing societies.
Surrogate ads: Despite govt concerns, Pernod Ricard India unveils Ballantine's Soda campaign
New Delhi, March 11: Despite the government's stern warning against surrogate advertisements promoting alcohol, tobacco and related products, liquor company Pernod Ricard India's latest campaign is promoting Ballantine's Soda 'Celebrating Corporate Tribe in India'.
Mizoram Assembly passes prohibition amendment bill amid Oppn objection
Aizawl, March 10: Amidst the opposition's protest and walkout, the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Amendment Bill, 2025 was passed in the state assembly on Monday to allow the manufacture and supply of wine and local beer made solely from locally produced agriculture and horticulture products.
Health Ministry asks IPL to ban direct and indirect ads promoting alcohol, tobacco
New Delhi, March 10: The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW) has asked officials at the Indian Premier League to ban all forms of tobacco and alcohol advertisements from upcoming sports events.
J-K: Court convicts two for public Nuisance, orders community service as punishment
Kupwara, March 5: In a significant judgment promoting public order and responsible behaviour, the Court of Additional Special Mobile Magistrate Kralpora in Jammu and Kashmir's (J-K) Kupwara district on Wednesday convicted two individuals under Section 355 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for causing public nuisance in an inebriated state, the Baramulla police said in a statement.
Kerala: CPI-M to expel party workers who drink, CPI says they can have privately
Thiruvananthapuram, March 3: The two Communist parties in Kerala, the largest party -- the CPI-M and CPI -- the second biggest ally in the ruling Pinarayi Vijayan-led Left government, have their own set of rules for tipplers.
Uttarakhand Cabinet approves new Excise Policy 2025
Dehradun, March 3: The Uttarakhand cabinet on Monday approved the new Excise Policy 2025, according to a release.
Punjab Cabinet gives nod to excise policy aiming to collect Rs 11,020 crore
Chandigarh, Feb 27: The Punjab Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, on Thursday gave nod to the excise policy 2025-26 that aims to collect revenue of Rs 11,020 crore, an increase by Rs 874.05 crore over the current fiscal.
I urge CM Omar Adbullah, Speaker of J-K Assembly to honour members' bills: Mehbooba Mufti
Pulwama, February 23: People's Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday urged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and the Speaker of the Assembly to support members' bills on regularisation of daily wagers, land rights and ban on alcohol in Kashmir.
NC MLA's private member's bill on alcohol ban stirs row in J&K
Jammu, Feb 23: For the first time in the Legislative history of Jammu and Kashmir, a ruling party MLA has piloted a bill that will most likely be defeated but has in the meantime created a big controversy.
Jammu court sentences three to 'community service' for cresting public nuisance
Jammu, Feb 22: A court in J&K's Jammu on Saturday sentenced three persons to 'community service' for creating public nuisance in an intoxicated state.
Srinagar traders appeal to tourists to not consume alcohol during Kashmir stay
Srinagar, Feb 21: A traders association in Srinagar's historic Lal Chowk on Friday put out an appeal to the tourists to not consume alcohol or drugs and avoid smoking and spitting on the roads during their visit to Kashmir.
Illicit liquor valued at Rs 6.89 lakh seized; one arrested in Gujarat's Vadodara
Vadodara, Feb 19: Illicit liquor valued at Rs 6.89 lakh was seized in the Bapod police station area in Gujarat's Vadodara, officials said on Wednesday.
When Tom Holland tried to buy his own non-alcoholic beer but his ID wasn't accepted
Los Angeles, Feb 19: British actor Tom Holland once had a hilarious adventure when he set out to buy his non-alcoholic beer, and got carded in the process.
Alcohol-related cancers a growing concern in India, say experts
New Delhi, Feb 17: Alcohol-related cancers are a growing concern in India, said health experts on Monday, even as the World Health Organization (WHO) recently called for prominent health warning labels on alcoholic beverages.
J&K: Three MLAs submit bills for liquor ban in Kashmir
Jammu, Feb 12: Three MLAs have submitted private bills to the Speaker to be tabled in the forthcoming session of the Assembly seeking to declare J&K liquor-free.
Drinkers with depression experience same stimulation as those without depression: Study
New York, Feb 2: People with alcohol use disorder (AUD) and depression experience high levels of stimulation and pleasure when intoxicated, similar to drinkers who do not have depression, according to a new study.
I'm promoting Bottle Radha myself, says Guru Somasundaram
Chennai, Jan 30: One of Tamil cinema’s immensely gifted actors, Guru Somasundaram, who is best known for having played the lead in the National Award winning, critically acclaimed film Joker, has for the first time announced that he himself will promote his recently released film ‘Bottle Radha’.
Unifying Spirits Launches Boba POPS: The World's First Alcoholic Popping Boba
Pittsburgh, Jan 23: Unifying Spirits, led by the dynamic father-son duo Raymond and Harmon Rozycki, has officially launched Boba POPS, the first and only patented alcoholic popping boba in the world. This innovative product is set to revolutionize the beverage industry with its unique blend of fun and flavor.
Trombone Shorty Joins Forces with Mockly to Celebrate New Orleans Culture
New Orleans, Jan 23: Renowned musician Trombone Shorty, known for his dynamic sound and deep ties to the Crescent City, has teamed up with premium canned mocktail brand Mockly. This exciting partnership aims to honor the vibrant culture of New Orleans through flavorful, non-alcoholic beverages.
Turkey: Death toll from fake alcohol rises to 19 in Istanbul
Istanbul, Jan 15: The death toll from bootleg alcohol in Turkey's Istanbul has risen to 19 in the past two days, up from 11 earlier with 43 people still hospitalised as of Wednesday, according to Turkish broadcaster NTV.
'In moderate quantities': Kerala CPI lifts ban on drinking by party members
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 8: Over three decades after it came out with a directive banning its members from consuming alcohol, the Communist Party of India has now relaxed the curbs, holding that there is no harm in members consuming liquor in moderate quantities.