Makers of Witlinger, Mad King and White Owl craft beers have either shut shop or started new ventures, while owners of Kati Patang, White Rhino and Beor 360 have scaled back their operations. Kati Patang beer, a runaway hit with its unique small-batch flavours like saffron, turmeric and lemon rind, has shrunk considerably in the … Read more
The ED has arrested two company executives linked to the liquor trade in the money laundering investigation being conducted by it into the now-scrapped Delhi Excise policy case, official sources said Thursday. Benoy Babu of Pernod Ricard and Sharath Reddy of Aurobindo Pharma have been arrested under sections of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act … Read more
United Spirits Limited (USL), a subsidiary of British alcohol major Diageo, has been strategically reviewing it’s Popular brand portfolio since February 2021. The review is a part of it’s strategy to increase profit by focusing on the premium brands. It has now announced the following deal with Inbrew Beverages Private Limited (“Inbrew”)- Sale of 32 … Read more
With India and the UK concluding the third round of negotiations for a free trade agreement on Friday, Britain’s whisky industry is looking to get a bigger slice of the Indian market. In an interview with Mint, Scotch Whisky association chief executive Mark Kent said according to its estimates, UK’s share in the Indian whisky … Read more
United Spirits Limited (USL) is investing into Nao Spirits & Beverages Limited. Key points to note – USL is investing Rs 31.50 crore for a 22.5% stake on fully diluted basis Rs 20 crore primary for 14.29% stake: fresh CCPS + equity shares Rs 11.50 crore secondary for 8.21% stake – acquisition of equity shares … Read more
Driven by industries like pharma, fast-moving consumer goods, education and IT, hiring activity in India saw a growth of 24 per cent in September compared to the previous month, according to a new report by job portal Naukri on Monday. Further opening up of the economy with unlock measures and increased mobility has led to … Read more
