India’s competition watchdog has begun an antitrust probe into French liquor giant Pernod Ricard after complaints alleging exclusive arrangements with New Delhi retailers. The Competition Commission of India found merit in claims that financial support was offered to retailers in return for stocking Pernod brands. Officials warn this could distort demand patterns and restrict consumer choice.
B9 Beverages, the parent of craft beer brand Bira 91, has received a legal notice from Hindusthan National Glass & Industries alleging over ₹8 crore in defaulted payments. The new trouble compounds existing problems including investor disputes and delayed salaries. Production is currently suspended as founder Ankur Jain negotiates his exit, following a sharp net loss in FY24.
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Radico Khaitan has resumed liquor exports to the Gulf after shipments were halted in March and April amid regional conflict. The company says deliveries are restarting gradually, while growth in other markets such as Africa and Asia-Pacific helped cushion the slowdown. The move comes after Radico Khaitan logged record export sales in the previous fiscal year.
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