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Business Recorder
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Recorder
CM announces relief package for families of martyrs: Azma
LAHORE: Punjab Information Minister Azma Bokhari has said that India's so-called Operation Sindoor has effectively turned into 'Tandoor.' 'The Modi government has no response left,' she declared, adding: 'They took pride in their aircraft, air defense systems and missiles; and we brought it all to ashes.' Azma Bokhari confirmed that Operation Bunyan-um-Marsoos had been successfully completed. She added that a Day of Gratitude was observed on the Prime Minister's instructions to mark the victory. Moreover, the Chief Minister of Punjab instructed all schools to honour this day during morning assemblies. She shared that the Chief Minister personally visited CMH Hospital to inquire after the wounded and expressed solidarity with the families of the martyrs. 'The nation salutes its martyrs who embraced martyrdom in the face of Indian aggression,' Bokhari said. Criticizing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent speech, Bokhari called it 'defeated and baseless.' She remarked, 'Mr Modi thought this was a Bollywood film where Pakistan could be easily defeated, but this was real, not a cinematic scene.' Taking a strong stance against Indian media, Bokhari said, 'Instead of spreading propaganda, face the facts. We've only shown the trailer — the full movie is yet to come.' She emphasized that the sacrifices of Pakistani citizens do not require compensation. 'Nonetheless, the Chief Minister will soon announce a relief package for the families of the martyrs,' she added. 'We are ready to sacrifice everything for our soil and our heroes.' Azma Bokhari paid tribute to the leadership of the Pakistan Muslim League-N, stating, 'Nawaz Sharif is not just a leader, he is a visionary. On May 10, he, alongside Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, played a historic role in defending the nation. The entire operation was designed under Nawaz Sharif's leadership.' Later, Minister Azma Bokhari visited CMH Hospital where she met with war veterans and soldiers injured during the recent Indian aggression. She paid a heartfelt tribute to the brave sons of the soil who laid down their lives for the nation's honour. 'The martyrs and veterans of this war are the pride of our nation,' she stated. 'Their sacrifices are unforgettable, and the Pakistani nation will always be indebted to these heroes.' Azma Bokhari concluded by saying that the entire nation salutes the Pakistan Armed Forces on this historic victory. 'Our martyrs and veterans have upheld the honour of our land. Their unmatched sacrifices will forever guide us.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Excise duty hike likely to impact liquor sales in DK
Mangaluru:The proposed excise duty hike will make it even harder for the coastal district to meet its already weak liquor sales targets. Bar, restaurant, and liquor outlet owners express concern that recurring price hikes may drive away patrons and affect their profit margins. The hospitality sector is particularly worried about declining customer footfall, resulting in revenue falling, given the already high liquor prices and service charges. The price increase is also expected to significantly reduce cross-border sales, particularly affecting transactions with neighbouring Kerala, in border regions. Vadi Shenoy of Tandoor Bar and Restaurant said the post-Covid trend of people drinking at home or occasionally outside is continuing. With the upcoming hike in excise duty, the price of liquor and beer will increase. For instance, if a beer currently costs Rs 180 on MRP, it will be charged Rs 20 more, and restaurants also add their service charges. He said that the beer alone saw several price hikes due to excise duty increases in the last two years, putting a strain on customers and restaurants. The region is already witnessing a decline in Indian-made foreign liquor sales. Additionally, the good sales of liquor that occur along the Karnataka-Kerala border will also see a decline. Ramesh D Nayak of Rathna's Wine Gate said that after the previous excise duty hike, a brandy brand popular among Keralites saw a Rs 100 increase for a full bottle, and this price is expected to rise again. People from border areas used to visit liquor shops in Karnataka because the prices were cheaper, however, now, they are higher than the ones available in Kerala, and this will surely impact sales, he said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dakovica: New Container Houses (Take A Look At The Prices) Container House Search Now Undo The liquor vendors also blame the govt for hiking excise duty on mid-segment liquor brands while reducing prices of premium brands. "It should have been the other way round. The state govt must reconsider its decision and halt any decision to hike the price. We from Dakshina Kannada are also taking a hit in business time and again, due to the ban on liquor whenever there are untoward incidents in the region," said a vendor, Sources from the excise department in Mangaluru division said that while they met the 2023-24 target this financial year, they have fallen short of the 2024-25 target. This shortfall is attributed to a slowdown in fishing activities, curbs on illegal sand mining, and other key business activities.
