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Karnataka’s new excise regime: What are the revised alcohol prices?

Karnataka’s new excise regime: What are the revised alcohol prices?

Karnataka has become the first state in the country to implement the Alcohol in Beverage (AIB) excise duty structure. The move factors in the social cost of alcohol consumption — ranging from health burden and domestic violence to accidents — and imposes excise duty on the basis of alcohol content, across all categories of spirit. Check the revised MRP of some of the commonly sold liquor and beer brands in the State, categorised size-wise and price-wise.  Published – May 22, 2026 01:49 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Janhvi Kapoor shares statement shutting down rumours about being addicted to alcohol: ‘This is deeply concerning’

Janhvi Kapoor shares statement shutting down rumours about being addicted to alcohol: ‘This is deeply concerning’

Recently, in a podcast with Raj Shamani, Janhvi Kapoor spoke about a phase in her life when she consumed alcohol frequently after a traumatic experience. However, her remarks were widely misinterpreted as an indication of alcohol addiction. The actor’s initiative for alcohol awareness has now issued a statement clarifying that she was never addicted to alcohol. Janhvi Kapoor shares post clarifying she’s not addicted to alcohol. Janhvi Kapoor shares a statement calling out misinterpretation On Sunday, Janhvi shared a post from Off The Rocks and Amaha, which read, “We at Off The Rocks & Amaha have noticed certain media pages misrepresenting content associated with this initiative and Janhvi Kapoor. This is deeply concerning.” The statement further read, “We want to be clear: Janhvi Kapoor is part of this conversation as a caregiver and ally, not as someone who has had any personal experience of addiction or alcohol dependence. Such misrepresentation not only diminishes her role, but also undermines and disrespects the real, lived experiences of those battling addiction and those supporting them. Let’s not trivialise …

Tom Holland reflects on quitting alcohol and how sobriety changed his life: ‘Getting in the way of my professional life’

Tom Holland reflects on quitting alcohol and how sobriety changed his life: ‘Getting in the way of my professional life’

Tom Holland gave up alcohol in January 2022 as part of a Dry January challenge – and never looked back. What began as a month-long reset gradually evolved into a long-term lifestyle shift, eventually inspiring him to launch his non-alcoholic beer and lifestyle brand, BERO. Now, the actor is opening up about how that initial decision extended far beyond January, reshaping his habits and deepening his commitment to sobriety. Tom Holland sipping a beverage from his non alcoholic beer brand Bero. (Instagram) Also Read | Zendaya ditches wedding aesthetic stepping out in a monochrome Erdem look for The Drama press event in NYC The Spider-Man actor recently spoke to USA Today about his sobriety journey, reflecting on what prompted him to quit drinking. He admitted that alcohol had begun to interfere with his career and posed serious risks to his well-being. Navigating life in the public eye can be intensely demanding, he noted, and drinking only compounded that pressure rather than easing it. How sobriety reshaped Tom Holland’s life Back in 2023, Tom Holland appeared …

CM Bhagwant Mann alcohol row, trust vote win: Punjab assembly sees action-packed day

CM Bhagwant Mann alcohol row, trust vote win: Punjab assembly sees action-packed day

Punjab assembly on Friday experienced an action-packed day with ruckus over the Opposition’s demand for Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann‘s alcohol test and a ‘unanimous’ motion being passed expressing confidence in the CM-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government, just months before elections are due in the state early next year. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann speaks in the State Assembly, in Chandigarh on Friday. (ANI Video Grab ) The motion was brought by the Mann government after six Rajya Sabha MPs from Punjab, led by Raghav Chadha, switched from AAP to the BJP. The seventh AAP MP to switch was Swati Maliwal from Delhi. “A few rumours have created some confusion among the general public. This Confidence Motion has been brought to clear all that confusion,” CM Mann said while speaking after his government won the trust vote. Speaking about the recent desertion of Rajya Sabha members, Mann said, “When a broom is used to clean the dirt, few bristles come out, but it doesn’t affect the broom.” The motion was boycotted by the entire …

Los Angeles prosecutors charge Britney Spears with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs after March arrest

Los Angeles prosecutors charge Britney Spears with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs after March arrest

Pop icon Britney Spears has been charged by Los Angeles prosecutors with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The singer was allegedly arrested earlier in March, although the complaint did not specify the substance involved. Prosecutors stated on April 30 that she may be able to avoid jail time by accepting a plea deal. Find out what the prosecutors said about Britney’s charge! (Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP) Also Read | Britney Spears net worth 2026: Singer arrested on suspicion of DUI in Ventura County, California According to Us Weekly, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office filed a single misdemeanour charge under Vehicle Code Section 23152 – driving under the influence – against the 44-year-old popstar. In a statement, the office added that Spears is scheduled to be arraigned on May 4 at the Ventura County Superior Court. About the incident On March 4, the “…Baby One More Time” singer was stopped by police while driving in California and taken into custody. According to the California Highway Patrol, she was pulled over after allegedly driving her …

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs | Hollywood News

Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs | Hollywood News

4 min readMumbaiMay 1, 2026 10:52 AM IST Britney Spears was charged in California on Thursday with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, authorities said. The 44-year-old pop star was charged with a single misdemeanour count of driving under the combined influence of alcohol and at least one drug, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office said.A Spears representative had no immediate comment. The criminal complaint does not specify what kind of alcohol or drugs, or what amount, Spears is accused of having used. Spears, who has since entered substance abuse treatment, was arrested March 4 after she was pulled over for driving her black BMW fast and erratically on U.S. 101 near her home, the California Highway Patrol said. She appeared to be impaired, took a series of field sobriety tests, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of a combination of alcohol and drugs, and was taken to a Ventura County jail, the CHP said. She was released on bail the following day. Police completed their investigation and presented it …

Fitness coach shares a realistic weight loss plan that doesn’t involve fad diets or cardio marathons

Fitness coach shares a realistic weight loss plan that doesn’t involve fad diets or cardio marathons

Weight loss is one of the most talked about health issues these days, owing to the sedentary lifestyle and food choices. While social media is flooded with people sharing their drastic transformation, diet plans, meal preparations, and fad diet trends, it becomes a daunting task to trust on the one. Fitness Coach Kev took to X on April 22, 2026, to share a sustainable and practical method to lose weight. Here’s the breakdown of the weight loss plan you can consider. Sustainable weight loss plan for losing belly fat. (Unsplash) ​Also read | Hyderabad neurologist warns against quick weight loss, says stop treating obesity like a ‘medical emergency’ Coach Kev highlights that you don’t need any magic pills, fad diets, or hours of cardio in the gym to lose belly fat. It’s all about making lifestyle changes. Cut out alcohol completely Coach Kev emphasises avoiding alcohol at all costs. He mentions that alcohol is a fat-loss nightmare. When you drink, your body slows down fat-loss for 12-36 hours to prioritise the removal of alcohol. This …

Rakesh Bedi would visit Javed Akhtar`s home for free food and alcohol during FTII days

Rakesh Bedi would visit Javed Akhtar`s home for free food and alcohol during FTII days

Veteran actor Rakesh Bedi is witnessing renewed popularity thanks to his role in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. Recently, filmmaker Farah Khan visited his home for her famous cooking vlog alongside her cook Dilip, where the two revisited memories from their early days in the industry. They fondly recalled how Rakesh and his friends would often enjoy complimentary food and drinks at Javed Akhtar’s residence. When Rakesh Bedi visited Javed Akhtar’s home during FTII days As Farah arrived, she playfully introduced Rakesh to her audience as the “main hero of Dhurandhar.” She mentioned that although they go back a long way, they were meeting after several years. Reflecting on the past, Farah shared that she was just 15 when Rakesh, then about 25, was studying at FTII. Recalling the old days, Khan shared, “FTII se yeh log roz aate the Javed uncle aur Honey aunty ke ghar free ka khaana aur free ki daaru peene, aate the vahan par toh we used to meet all of them (They used to come every day from FTII to Javed …

Farah Khan spills the beans about Rakesh Bedi’s FTII days; recalls him having free food, alcohol at Javed Akhtar’s house

Farah Khan spills the beans about Rakesh Bedi’s FTII days; recalls him having free food, alcohol at Javed Akhtar’s house

Bollywood actor Rakesh Bedi is experiencing a resurgence in popularity with his performance in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. Recently, Farah Khan visited his home for her cooking vlog with her cook Dilip, where they reminisced about their struggling days and recalled how Rakesh, along with his friends, would enjoy free food and drinks at Javed Akhtar’s house. Farah Khan reunites with her long-time friend Rakesh Bedi. Farah Khan recalls fond memories with Rakesh Bedi from his FTII days As Farah entered Rakesh’s home, she introduced him to her viewers as “Dhurandhar ka main hero (the main hero of Dhurandhar)”. She added that she had known Rakesh for a long time but was meeting him after many years. Farah recalled that she was just 15 years old when Rakesh, then around 25, was studying at FTII. She said, “FTII se yeh log roz aate the Javed uncle aur Honey aunty ke ghar free ka khaana aur free ki daaru peene, aate the vahan par toh we used to meet all of them (They used to come every …

‘Frustrated’ Rajesh Khanna turned to alcohol after facing failure, Amitabh Bachchan chose a masterclass in survival: Prem Chopra | Bollywood News

‘Frustrated’ Rajesh Khanna turned to alcohol after facing failure, Amitabh Bachchan chose a masterclass in survival: Prem Chopra | Bollywood News

4 min readNew DelhiApr 15, 2026 03:52 PM IST Rajesh Khanna may have left us, but stories of his meteoric rise and painful struggle with stardom’s decline remain timeless. Often hailed as Hindi cinema’s first true superstar, his dominance was unparalleled—but, like many legends, it proved fleeting. With the arrival of Amitabh Bachchan and the seismic success of Zanjeer (1973), the industry witnessed a dramatic shift. Over time, Bachchan became the new face of Hindi cinema, and Rajesh Khanna’s films began to falter at the box office. This transition, as many close to him observed, was not easy for Khanna to accept. It reportedly pushed him into denial and deep frustration. Veteran actor Prem Chopra, one of his closest friends in the industry, recently reflected on this difficult phase, noting how Rajesh Khanna struggled to come to terms with no longer being the reigning superstar. ‘Rajesh Khanna couldn’t digest his failure’ In a conversation with Vickey Lalwani, Prem Chopra spoke candidly about the actor’s downfall. When Lalwani mentioned Khanna’s comeback phase with films like Avatar, …