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excise policy news

Noida, Ghaziabad may get more premium liquor outlets

The move aims to encourage premium retail formats and low-alcohol categories while improving transparency in liquor sales through greater use of technology. (HT Photo)

Published on Jun 05, 2026 06:54 am IST

Scarcity to surplus: Ladakh’s new excise policy counts on alcohol to fight drug abuse

In a major policy shift, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved a new excise policy aimed at dismantling the region’s long-standing liquor restrictions to combat a rising narcotics crisis. ((Shutterstock)/ Representational image)

chandigarh news

Published on Jun 02, 2026 06:34 am IST

Kejriwal to participate in excise policy case after judge opted out of matter

The case concerns the CBI’s revision petition challenging a trial court order issued on February 27 that discharged Kejriwal.

Updated on May 25, 2026 05:51 pm IST

Chandigarh: Excise revenue crosses ₹965 crore; UT eyes ₹1,000 crore-plus target this year

The department reported Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections of ₹2,454 crore for the financial year 2025–26. (HT File)

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Published on May 16, 2026 06:14 am IST

Kejriwal invokes ‘Gandhi ji’s Satyagraha' as Delhi HC refers excise case to CJ

Aam Aadmi Party's National Convener Arvind Kejriwal.

Published on May 14, 2026 10:40 pm IST

‘Kejriwal tries to lower court’s authority, will not surrender': Justice Sharma

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma has been accused by former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal of being potentially biased.

Updated on May 15, 2026 12:00 am IST

‘Can’t stay silent’: Delhi HC judge to initiate contempt over 'vilifying' posts

Justice Sharma said that she would first pass an order around 5pm initiating contempt proceedings. (Image taken from Delhi HC website)

Updated on May 14, 2026 06:11 pm IST

Delhi HC to appoint amicus for Kejriwal, Sisodia in excise case after boycott

Delhi HC judge Swarana Kanta Sharma will appoint three amicus after Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia boycott hearing. (Agencies)

Published on May 06, 2026 11:17 am IST

Delhi HC to appoint 3 sr lawyers as amicus for Kejriwal, Sisodia in excise case

Delhi HC judge Swarana Kanta Sharma will appoint three amicus after Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia boycott hearing. (Agencies)

Updated on May 06, 2026 12:00 am IST

'I don't expect justice': Sisodia won't appear before HC judge in excise case

AAP leader Manish Sisodia said that neither he or his lawyer would appear before the court.

Published on Apr 28, 2026 10:14 am IST

Kejriwal's letter flags timeline of Delhi HC judge and her children's postings

In a letter to Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, Arvind Kejriwal refused to appear before her in person or through a lawyer in the excise policy case.

Updated on Apr 27, 2026 09:00 pm IST

Verdict on Kejriwal's recusal plea today in Delhi court: A recap of the case

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal at the Delhi high court. (PTI)

Updated on Apr 20, 2026 09:00 pm IST

Who is Delhi HC's Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, whom Kejriwal wants off his case

Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma was elevated as a permanent judge of the High Court of Delhi in March 2022, says her official profile.

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 06:00 pm IST

RSS events, bias fear: What Kejriwal told HC judge, asking her to quit his case

Kejriwal said that the HC during hearing on March 9 had passed an order stating the trial court order as “prima facie…erroneous.”

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 04:54 am IST

‘Attended RSS-linked events’: Kejriwal to Delhi HC judge during recusal plea

Kejriwal said the “apprehension of bias” was enough for a litigant to seek recusal of a judge.

Updated on Apr 14, 2026 12:00 am IST

Liquor shop allocations raise ₹28 crore in GB Nagar; highest applications in UP

Through the allocation of 30 shops, including newly created outlets, the excise department have generated approximately ₹28 crore in revenue. (HT Photos)

Published on Apr 13, 2026 04:50 am IST

Kejriwal to argue own case over recusal of judge in excise policy case next week

Arvind Kejriwal reaching Delhi high court for hearing in connection with excise policy case on Monday

Updated on Apr 06, 2026 03:05 pm IST

Speaker writes to govt, seeks action taken report on excise case

A CAG report had flagged losses of ₹890 crore due to the failure to re-tender surrendered liquor shop licences under excise policy 2021-22, an official said. (HT Archive)

Published on Apr 03, 2026 03:58 am IST

Odisha introduces new excise policy; no liquor shops around Jagannath Temple

The policy imposes strict curbs on the expansion of liquor outlets. (Jagganath Tempple website)

Published on Mar 26, 2026 02:29 pm IST

Kejriwal says AAP cleared ‘agnipariksha’, dares PM Modi to hold polls in Delhi

“There were difficulties at every step. We faced the worst of the situation...” Kejriwal said.

Published on Mar 18, 2026 03:00 pm IST

Kejriwal seeks transfer of excise policy case, writes to Delhi HC chief justice

Kejriwal asked for a transfer of the Central Bureau of Investigation’s (CBI’s) plea against the discharge by a trial court to a different bench, from the currently assigned bench of justice Swarana Kanta Sharma.

Published on Mar 12, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Liquor prices in Chandigarh to go up by 2% from April 1

A senior excise department official said that to address concerns of cartelisation raised during last year’s auction, the new policy has introduced a clear definition of “family” to avoid ambiguity and potential litigation. (HT File)

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Published on Mar 07, 2026 08:22 am IST

Judge conducted ‘mini trial’: CBI in appeal against Arvind Kejriwal's discharge

The federal agency also alleged that judge Jitendra Singh lacked understanding of its case.

Updated on Mar 03, 2026 09:00 pm IST

With a meme, Cong attacks Kejriwal & his tears; he hits back with ‘Vadra’ barb

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and AAP boss Arvind Kejriwal have both faced corruption cases during BJP rule.

Updated on Feb 28, 2026 01:09 am IST

Kejriwal lives in 'Sheesh Mahal', flies in jet while calling himself common man: Delhi CM Gupta

Kejriwal lives in 'Sheesh Mahal', flies in jet while calling himself common man: Delhi CM Gupta

Published on Feb 27, 2026 07:00 pm IST

Delhi govt extends for 1 year existing excise policy for hotels, clubs

Delhi govt extends for 1 year existing excise policy for hotels, clubs

Published on Feb 25, 2026 09:02 pm IST

Delhi excise dept to issue wholesale permits for country liquor

No single wholesaler will be allocated more than 33% of the total supply. (Photo for representation)

Published on Jan 31, 2026 04:20 am IST

Excise commissioners from other states take cues from Uttar Pradesh’s excise policy

The officials particularly appreciated the UP’s digital tracking system, e-lottery-based shop allotment, barcoding, and stock management system. (FOR REPRESENTATION)

Published on Jan 26, 2026 07:20 am IST

Jharkhand ACB questions IAS officer for fourth day in liquor fraud

Amit Kumar is the sixth IAS officer under the ACB scanner. (ANI)

Published on Dec 10, 2025 10:54 pm IST

Delhi may allow premium liquor vends in industrial areas under new policy

(Photo for representation)

Published on Nov 05, 2025 08:44 am IST

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