Global travel restrictions benefited premium Indian liquor retail: CartelBros’ Mokksh SaniGlobal travel restrictions redirected premium liquor sales to domestic retail markets. This shift occurred as duty-free sales at Indian air...
28 Jul, 2026, 05.35 PM IST
India poised to become one of world's top premium alcobev markets: Diageo India CEONew Delhi is set to become a major premium alcoholic beverage market in the next decade. United Spirits Ltd, also known as Diageo India, pl...
14 Jul, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
India-EU FTA set to reshape auto market while boosting beverages and manufacturingIndia EU FTA: In the automotive sector, the agreement is poised to redefine the top end of the passenger vehicle market. With proposed redu...
28 Jan, 2026, 12.26 PM IST
Radico Khaitan bets on premium products to drive spirits demandIndia's spirits industry is set for growth driven by premium products and tier-II markets. Consumers are increasingly choosing higher-end s...
30 Dec, 2025, 11.07 AM IST
India’s duty-free liquor sales outpace domestic market with 13% growth in 2024India’s duty-free liquor sales grew 13% in 2024, outpacing 6% growth in domestic stores, IWSR data showed. Whisky drove three-fourths of vo...
26 Sep, 2025, 12.03 AM IST
Beverage makers seek 18 pc slab, removal of sin tax in new GST regime citing mass consumptionThe Indian Beverage Association requests a GST reduction on aerated drinks. They propose lowering it to 18 percent. This move aims to boost...
27 Aug, 2025, 06.30 PM IST
Indian spirit makers flag discrimination against domestic brands by states' excise policiesIndian spirit makers have alleged bias in several state excise policies, claiming imported alcoholic beverages are taxed more favourably th...
18 Aug, 2025, 06.29 PM IST
Luxury has a new buzz, and it’s not from boozeModern travelers now prioritize health and wellness over traditional luxury symbols like alcohol. Hotels and airlines should adapt by offer...
17 Aug, 2025, 09.25 AM IST
Liquor makers may see over 10% revenue growth in FY26: ReportIndian alcoholic beverage industry anticipates significant growth. Revenue is projected to rise by 8-10%, reaching ₹5.3 lakh crore this fis...
17 May, 2025, 12.47 AM IST
Radico Khaitan eyes super-premium whisky segment as Indian spirits market heats upRadico Khaitan plans to launch super-premium whisky in FY26. The company aims to capitalize on the rising demand for luxury spirits. Radico...
06 May, 2025, 06.17 PM IST
Radico Khaitan eyes Rs 500 crore sales from luxe labels like 'Rampur' and Jaisalmer GinRadico Khaitan expects sales of ₹500 crore from its luxury brands in the next fiscal, driven by the ongoing premiumisation in the alcoholic...
03 Mar, 2025, 12.09 AM IST
With coronavirus in the air, Indians are drinking more in the safety of their homesAccording to data that's just been released, the so-called on-trade channel accounted for 11% of all liquor sold in the country last year. ...
14 Jun, 2021, 10.25 AM IST
Alcohol will be available to football fans in 2022 World Cup stadiums, if you can afford itIt is a crime to be intoxicated in public in Qatar, and there is zero tolerance for drink driving.
04 Feb, 2021, 02.00 PM IST
India-China standoff: Indian drinkers could swear off BaijiuWhile India does not have a dominant indigenous liquor similar to baijiu or Russian vodka, the market is dominated by locally produced and ...
04 Jul, 2020, 11.54 AM IST
India-China standoff: Indian drinkers could swear off BaijiuVBev India, which brought the the world’s largest-selling liquor from China to India seven months ago, said it will review its partnership ...
04 Jul, 2020, 12.01 AM IST
Price of power: How much is camp Sasikala’s resort bill?There are about 60 rooms of three different types at the Golden Bay beach resort - tranquil rooms costing Rs 5,500 per day, bay view rooms ...
14 Feb, 2017, 07.18 AM IST
Kristal Spirits eyes 10% market share in premium vodka segmentThe Delhi-based liquor marketing company has inked a pact with F Beverages Ltd to market the latter's brand portfolio, including Fashion Vo...
17 Nov, 2013, 11.45 AM IST