Bars

All Maharashtra shops, except bars and liquor outlets, can stay open 24/7 following state government's notification

Maharashtra government issued a notification which allows shops and establishments to remain open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Facebook relaunching its Events app as 'Local'; available for iOS and Android devices

Facebook is reportedly relaunching its "Events" stand-alone app as "Local" for Android and iOS devices.

Highway liquor ban: Delhi govt orders re-verification of 40 outlets after owners claim restoration of licences

The Delhi government has ordered the physical re-verification of around 40 hotels, clubs and restaurants in the city which were sealed due to the Supreme Court's order banning sale of liquor within 500 metres of highways

Pinarayi Vijayan govt in Kerala approves new liquor policy to boost tourism, save jobs: Drinking age raised to 23

In a major move, the Kerala government on Thursday approved a new liquor policy that will allow more than 700 closed bars in three and four star hotels to reopen.

Liquor ban on highway: Hoteliers pin hopes on government to find a solution

The Supreme Court has ordered closure of the liquor vends within 500 metres along the national and state highways from 1 April. The SC, in its order on Friday, made it clear the ruling would also cover bars, pubs and restaurants as drink-driving leads to fatal road accidents

Delhi govt asks bars to promote 'responsible drinking' ahead of New Year celebrations

Ahead of New Year celebrations, the Delhi government has asked city's restaurants and bars to promote "responsible drinking".

Bengaluru court asked to expedite trial against Maudany

New Delhi, Nov 14 (IANS) The Supreme Court Friday asked a Bengaluru court to conclude the trial against 2008 serial bomb blast conspiracy prime accused Abdul Nazir Maudany in four months. The apex court bench of Justice J

Will examine tourism sector's concerns on new liquor policy: Kerala govt

Kerala government on Tuesday said the concerns of the tourism sector on the impact of the new liquor policy would be looked into.

SC allows Kerala bar owners to serve liquor till 30 September

The bar owners in Kerala will be able to serve liquor till September 30 as the Supreme Court on Thursday ordered a status quo till then.<br />

Nearing total prohibition: HC clears Kerala's new liquor policy

Upholding the state government's new liquor policy, Kerala High Court today dismissed a petition filed by the Kerala Bar Hotel Owners Association which had challenged the decision announced by the government last month.