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Pinarayi Vijayan criticises the Chief Minister for including liquor tax concessions in the Finance Bill without UDF approval, arguing legislation would legalise them.
The Kerala Finance Bill, 2026, introduces schemes to settle pre-GST arrears and Flood Cess, waiving interest and penalties for certain amounts, and allowing settlement until March 31, 2027.
Shaji said the Chief Minister had clearly outlined the government's position in the Assembly on tax concessions for low-alcohol beverages
Bacardi requested a 'low-alcoholic beverage' category in Kerala to boost revenue, citing popular products unavailable there. This led to government discussions and a 2022-23 amendment allowing sales of beverages with 0.5-20% alcohol.
A Class 10 student supplied illicit liquor to classmates. Teachers found it after acting on a tip-off. The student's stepfather, allegedly involved in distilling, is now being sought by police.
The new tax rates proposed in his Budget for low-alcohol liquor brands would become operational only after the UDF gave its nod.
Kerala's revised budget faces criticism from opposition and within, concerning fiscal claims, alcohol taxes, and rare-earth mining plans.
Travancore Sugars halted 'Jawan' liquor production for five days, losing ₹28.8 crore, due to increased bottle and cap prices, impacting sales of competing brands.
Women workers found 66 bottles of illegal liquor hidden in bushes during a road-cleaning programme near Vandur, prompting a police investigation.
The city of Ontario, where Toronto is situated, has extended bar timings till 4 am due to FIFA World Cup 2026.
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