India begins pouring in a bigger glass when global alcohol demand takes a hitAlcohol consumption in India increased by 10% in early 2026, contrasting with declines in other major markets. Beer led the growth, with a ...
10 Nov, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
DGFT invites applications for vehicle import quotas under India-UK FTAThe government of India has opened applications for importers seeking duty concessions under the India-UK trade pact. This initiative relat...
07 Nov, 2026, 01.04 AM IST
Prices of premium Scotch set to fall in Delhi after customs duty cut on British spiritsPrices for premium Scotch whiskies in Delhi are expected to decline shortly due to changes in customs duty. The reduction in import duty fo...
04 Nov, 2026, 06.53 PM IST
Scotch whisky in Delhi may get cheaper after Diwali as excise department begins price revisionScotch whisky prices in Delhi could drop by around 7% due to changes in import duties. The new rates will likely affect popular brands like...
04 Nov, 2026, 01.18 PM IST
Trump's midterm setback may put India under pressure for quick trade deal on US terms: GTRIAmid electoral challenges, US President Donald Trump is likely to ramp up pressure on India to seal a trade deal. This potential agreement ...
04 Nov, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Johnnie Walker launches first India-inspired Blue Label festive blend in its 200-year historyThe Johnnie Walker Blue Label Festive Blend, crafted by the brand's Master Blender Dr Emma Walker, draws on the country's rich culinary her...
03 Nov, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
Budget 2027: Customs duty relief on 118 goods under reviewThe Indian government is currently reviewing customs duty concessions applicable to 118 products set to expire. This review involves input ...
03 Nov, 2026, 12.48 AM IST
Govt moves to resolve Scotch tariff dispute under UK trade pact, sources sayIndia has assured industry executives that it will honor the trade pact with Britain regarding Scotch whisky tariffs. Ongoing investigation...
02 Nov, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
Why is India's probe of Scotch imports from Britain rattling liquor majors?India's investigation into bulk Scotch whisky imports has triggered the first major trade dispute under the India-UK free trade agreement. ...
02 Nov, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
Govt to meet liquor firms as domestic giants join foreign peers in Scotch disputeIndia's government is holding talks with liquor companies regarding tariff reductions on bulk Scotch imports. Major firms, including Diageo...
31 Oct, 2026, 02.51 PM IST
United Spirits' mass-market liquor sales slump as inflation squeezes lower-income consumers, premiumisation takes centre stageUnited Spirits is facing subdued demand in its mass-market liquor portfolio as inflation squeezes lower-income consumers, while regulatory ...
31 Oct, 2026, 12.48 AM IST
Diageo's India unit searched as state tax officials review Scotch importsUnited Spirits, the Indian subsidiary of Diageo, was searched by Maharashtra tax authorities due to an investigation. The authorities are p...
30 Oct, 2026, 09.38 PM IST
Tax officials visit Radico Khaitan offices and plant amid probe into bulk Scotch imports under India-UK pactTax officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence have visited offices and a manufacturing facility of Radico Khaitan. These actio...
27 Oct, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
India's Scotch probe of Diageo, Pernod undermining India-UK pact benefits, trade group saysThe British government said "iconic UK products" like whiskies would benefit from the pact. Indian investigators, however, have privately t...
24 Oct, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
'Ease non-tariff curbs to ensure alcohol enters the market freely'"The spirit of the free trade agreement is twofold-tariffs and regulations that ensure businesses operate a bit more freely," Ian Duddy, th...
22 Oct, 2026, 01.11 AM IST
India could be among top 5 global markets for Glenfiddich maker as whisky drinkers trade upIndia is projected to enter the top five global markets for William Grant & Sons in the coming years. The free trade agreement with the UK,...
21 Oct, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
India probing Pernod, Diageo Scotch imports under India-UK trade pact, sources sayIndian tax officials are investigating Pernod Ricard and Diageo for how they classified bulk Scotch imports. These companies may have impro...
19 Oct, 2026, 07.23 PM IST