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IPL fever takes over Delhi-NCR: Big screens, themed cocktails and killer deals

From themed cocktails and big-screen action to prediction games and late-night deals, restaurants and bars across Delhi-NCR are dialling up the IPL excitement

As cricket mania peaks, Delhi’s bars and eateries have turned into fan zones.

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Published on Apr 06, 2025 06:21 PM IST

ByKaran Sethi

30BestBars India awards: Delhi bar is crowned India’s best

From tequila-fueled innovation to sustainable mixology, the 2024 30BestBars list reveals how India’s cocktail culture is redefining the way we drink.

30BestBars India awards shares top bars across India along with evolving trends seen in cocktail culture. (Shutterstock)

lifestyle

Updated on Jan 17, 2025 03:10 PM IST

ByMurali K Menon

Don't serve liquor without verifying age: Delhi govt's orders to clubs, bars

The excise department of the Delhi government found several violations of legal drinking age norms during its recent routine inspections.

The legal drinking age in the national capital is 25 years and above. (Unsplash)

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Published on Dec 12, 2024 11:26 AM IST

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Travelling to Texas? Check out these top 15 Michelin-starred restaurants

Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio—and plenty of barbecue—feature in Michelin’s first fine dining guide to the Lone Star State.

Texas BBQ joints outshine Sushi on Michelin’s star list! Discover the top picks(File Photo by Pixabay)

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Published on Nov 12, 2024 01:51 PM IST

Bloomberg | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz

No more ‘alco-tourism’: Prague says goodbye to late-night pub crawls

From bars to culture: Prague bans pub crawls in push for responsible tourism

A group of tourists stand in line outside a bar as they attend a pub crawl tour in downtown Prague, Czech Republic. No more ‘alco-tourism’: Prague says goodbye to late-night pub crawls (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)

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Published on Oct 19, 2024 02:16 PM IST

AP | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Prague

Bengaluru eateries and bars to be open till 1 am, government issues orders

There has been a demand from clubs and restaurants to extend the timings of operations in the capital city.

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Published on Aug 07, 2024 09:15 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

India’s best bar for 2024 is in Bengaluru. Check details

ZLB23, a “secret” bar known for its Prohibition-era charm in Bengaluru, has been named the best bar in India and ranked 40th in Asia’s 50 Best Bars for 2024.

The ZLB23 in Bengaluru's Leela Palace is designed and located in a Kyoto speakeasy fashion, which denotes a secret bar that operated illegally during the Prohibition era.(The Leela Palace)

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Published on Jul 17, 2024 04:56 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Restaurants vs diners: Brawl in Delhi's Darzi bar over service charge

Darzi Bar in Connaught Place recently saw diners get into a fist fight over service charge. Restaurateurs, foodies in Delhi debate whether to pay it or not.

A grab from the video that captured diners fighting with the manager at the restaurant, when asked to pay service charge.(Photo: X)

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Published on Jul 04, 2024 12:55 PM IST

ByAprajita Sharad

NMMC acts against illegal constructions in bars, pubs, and hookah parlours

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation cracks down on unauthorized constructions at hotels, bars, and pubs following recent incidents

Municipal commissioner Kailas Shinde on whose instructions the drive was conducted, was himself present for the drive. HT Photo/Bachchan Kumar

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Updated on Jul 02, 2024 12:05 PM IST

ByG Mohiuddin Jeddy

After Pune Porsche crash, 12 illegal bars in MMR razed, 40 served notices

Eknath Shinde had directed officials to take strict action against unauthorised pubs and bars across Maharashtra in the wake of the Pune Porsche crash

Thane, India - June 28, 2024: On the second day on Friday the Thane Municipal Corporation took action against illegal bars and pubs,magic Moments The bar where action is taken is seen at Kasarvadvali Ghodbander road thane , in Thane,in Mumbai, India, on, Friday, June 28, 2024. ( Praful Gangurde / HT Photo )

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Updated on Jun 29, 2024 08:40 AM IST

ByAnamika Gharat, Megha Sood

Police lodge FIR against L3 pub owner, manager

Moreover, following a complaint from the civic officials, Shivajinagar Police filed a case against the property owner, Santosh Vitthal Kamthe, and the pub manager Ravi Maheshwari for making illegal changes in the building

On Tuesday, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde spoke to the CP Pune and directed him to initiate strict action against illegal pubs and bulldoze all structures across the city. (HT PHOTo)

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Updated on Jun 27, 2024 06:18 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

PMC acts against bars and pubs on FC Road

Apart from the FC Road, civic officials raided several establishments on High Street Road at Baner and other areas where such bars were operating

PMC did not confirm whether they had taken any action on L3 pub where the drug consumption case took place on Sunday night. (HT PHOTO)

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Updated on Jun 26, 2024 06:26 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Morning briefing: Eknath Shinde's strict action against illegal pubs in Pune

A shortlist of biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items that you should check out

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde (PTI)

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Published on Jun 25, 2024 09:08 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Pub closure case: Dist collector to begin hearings on June 6

Pune excise department has sealed many bars and pubs across the district for violating norms after the Kalyaninagar crash claimed two lives on May 19

The district administration has sealed and suspended licences of 112 pubs and bars across the city, Pimpri-Chinchwad and metropolitan areas of the district. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

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Updated on May 30, 2024 07:12 AM IST

ByNadeem Inamdar

War stories in glass: Taiwan bar draws tourists with historical cocktails

Cocktails with a conscience: Travelling to Taiwan? Explore Kinmen bar that blends history of China's battle scarred past into cocktails through Mixology

Powei Lee, 31, owner of Kinmen Mojo Bar (or Vent Bar) works at the bar in Kinmen Island, Taiwan. War stories in glass: Taiwan bar draws tourists with historical cocktails (REUTERS/Joyce Zhou)

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Published on May 26, 2024 01:44 PM IST

Reuters | | Posted by Zarafshan Shiraz, Kinmen, Taiwan

Excise dept suspends licences of 49 pubs in Pune in 6 days

The rigorous enforcement has sparked protests from the local hospitality industry.

PMC action against Ice and Fire rooftop hotel at Baner. (HT PHOTO)

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Updated on May 26, 2024 06:28 AM IST

ByBansri Shah

Porsche crash: Proposal for webcasting of entry-exit points at pubs in Pune

The proposal comes after the deaths of two techies who were killed in an accident when a Porsche driven by a minor in the Kalyaninagar area on May 19.

According to Diwase, the proposed webcasting project will be taken up on a pilot basis in association with the state excise department. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

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Updated on May 26, 2024 06:06 AM IST

ByNadeem Inamdar

Pune administration explores webcasting of pubs’ entry-exit points for better compliance with rules

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Published on May 25, 2024 02:13 PM IST

PTI |

Mishap leaves many youngsters shaken, say will exercise caution on roads

Porsche crash incident has raised concerns among youngsters in Pune, creating an atmosphere of shock and caution, especially among those who frequent pubs and bars to exercise caution on roads

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Updated on May 22, 2024 08:16 AM IST

ByBansri Shah

Political parties jump into tragedy, seek strict action against minor involved in accident

The political parties including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress appealed to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to act against pubs flouting norms

The 17-year-old is the son of a prominent real estate developer from the city whose Porsche was running without a registration number. (HT PHOTO)

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Updated on May 21, 2024 07:56 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

Hike in liquor licence fee for bars part of new Haryana excise policy

Haryana government increases liquor licence fee to ₹20 lakh per annum, restricts bars and pubs to operate only till midnight, impacting consumers and businesses.

If a pub wishes to operate till 2am, it must pay a licence fee of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>40 lakh, and if it plans to stay open till 4am, it must pay an additional <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10 lakh for a total payment of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50 lakh. (Parveen Kumar/HT Photo)

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Updated on May 17, 2024 06:16 AM IST

ByLeena Dhankhar

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 4: Dry day in these states/UTs | Full List

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 4: Check the list of states/UTs where a dry day is being observed.

Some states are observing a dry day in view of the phase 4 elections.(HT File)

india news

Updated on May 13, 2024 04:54 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Resident deputy collector orders pubs in Pune to shut shop by 12.30 am

Establishments failing to comply with regulations will face legal consequences, including registration of cases under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code

The additional district magistrate of Pune has issued prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973, applicable to hotels, restaurants, beer bars, permit rooms, and hookah parlours across the district. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

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Updated on Mar 08, 2024 07:08 AM IST

ByNadeem Inamdar

Gurugram admin to issue advisory to eateries, pubs using dry ice

Gurugram DC directs restaurants, pubs, and bars to ensure staff training in handling dry ice for safety. Recent incident prompts advisories and inspections for compliance.

In an incident that was reported on Sunday, a waitress of Laforestta Café at Sapphire Mall in Sector 90 of Gurugram, had mistakenly served dry ice instead of mouth freshener to five guests, resulting in their hospitalisation. (Representational Image)

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Updated on Mar 07, 2024 05:40 AM IST

ByLeena Dhankhar

Section 144 extended in Pune till March 31

Earlier, the Pune city police had imposed Section 144 till March 4. Police said a meeting had been conducted between all stakeholders with police on February 28

The prominent guidelines include all bars and permit rooms strictly adhere to the closing time limit of 1:30 am. (HT PHOTO)

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Updated on Mar 05, 2024 06:38 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

CP orders probe into late night youth gathering near Kalyani Nagar pub

The CP reiterated that strict orders have been issued for surveillance of hotels, restaurants, pubs and other such establishments, and that any establishment found operating beyond the mandated 1.30 am closing time will face severe repercussions

After multiple videos of this congregation went viral on social media platforms, police commissioner Amitesh Kumar initiated a probe into the incident. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)

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Updated on Mar 04, 2024 06:18 AM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Nightlife under Pune police radar: Restaurants, bars, get notice for 1:30 am deadline

Police invoke section 144 of CrPC to regulate activities in various establishments with a prime motive to underline the time limit to service liquor

According to police, some owners of such establishments are blatantly violating the mandated rules and regulations and becoming fertile ground for objectionable incidents. (REPRESENTATIVE PHOTO)

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Published on Feb 19, 2024 10:27 PM IST

ByShrinivas Deshpande

Video shows Pennsylvania State Rep. Boyle berating staff during outburst at bar

Pennsylvania State Rep. Kevin Boyle (D-Philadelphia) was seen swearing and threatening people in a drunken state inside a Montgomery County bar.

Pennsylvania State Rep. Kevin Boyle (X@PhillyCrimeUpd)

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Updated on Feb 10, 2024 09:05 PM IST

ByShweta Kukreti

Say java, java! Coffee cocktails are in demand

Espresso martini to kahlua, we've come a long way, baby!

Coffee cocktails are increasingly being enjoyed as aperitifs with interesting ingredients and making styles(Shuitterstock)

htcity

Updated on Feb 02, 2024 11:31 AM IST

By Ismat Tahseen

Bike stunts on R-Day land 5 Lucknow youths in jail

The police identified the accused with the help of CCTV footage and registered a case against 20 people at the Gomti Nagar police station

Five of them were arrested and their bikes seized. (Pic for representation)

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Updated on Jan 30, 2024 05:26 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

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From themed cocktails and big-screen action to prediction games and late-night deals, restaurants and bars across Delhi-NCR are dialling up the IPL excitement

From tequila-fueled innovation to sustainable mixology, the 2024 30BestBars list reveals how India’s cocktail culture is redefining the way we drink.

The excise department of the Delhi government found several violations of legal drinking age norms during its recent routine inspections.

Austin, Dallas, Houston and San Antonio—and plenty of barbecue—feature in Michelin’s first fine dining guide to the Lone Star State.

From bars to culture: Prague bans pub crawls in push for responsible tourism

There has been a demand from clubs and restaurants to extend the timings of operations in the capital city.

ZLB23, a “secret” bar known for its Prohibition-era charm in Bengaluru, has been named the best bar in India and ranked 40th in Asia’s 50 Best Bars for 2024.

Darzi Bar in Connaught Place recently saw diners get into a fist fight over service charge. Restaurateurs, foodies in Delhi debate whether to pay it or not.

Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation cracks down on unauthorized constructions at hotels, bars, and pubs following recent incidents

Eknath Shinde had directed officials to take strict action against unauthorised pubs and bars across Maharashtra in the wake of the Pune Porsche crash

Moreover, following a complaint from the civic officials, Shivajinagar Police filed a case against the property owner, Santosh Vitthal Kamthe, and the pub manager Ravi Maheshwari for making illegal changes in the building

Apart from the FC Road, civic officials raided several establishments on High Street Road at Baner and other areas where such bars were operating

A shortlist of biggest headlines, recommended stories, and a special collection of news items that you should check out

Pune excise department has sealed many bars and pubs across the district for violating norms after the Kalyaninagar crash claimed two lives on May 19

Cocktails with a conscience: Travelling to Taiwan? Explore Kinmen bar that blends history of China's battle scarred past into cocktails through Mixology

The rigorous enforcement has sparked protests from the local hospitality industry.

The proposal comes after the deaths of two techies who were killed in an accident when a Porsche driven by a minor in the Kalyaninagar area on May 19.

Pune administration explores webcasting of pubs’ entry-exit points for better compliance with rules

Porsche crash incident has raised concerns among youngsters in Pune, creating an atmosphere of shock and caution, especially among those who frequent pubs and bars to exercise caution on roads

The political parties including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress appealed to the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) to act against pubs flouting norms

Haryana government increases liquor licence fee to ₹20 lakh per annum, restricts bars and pubs to operate only till midnight, impacting consumers and businesses.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 4: Check the list of states/UTs where a dry day is being observed.

Establishments failing to comply with regulations will face legal consequences, including registration of cases under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code

Gurugram DC directs restaurants, pubs, and bars to ensure staff training in handling dry ice for safety. Recent incident prompts advisories and inspections for compliance.

Earlier, the Pune city police had imposed Section 144 till March 4. Police said a meeting had been conducted between all stakeholders with police on February 28

The CP reiterated that strict orders have been issued for surveillance of hotels, restaurants, pubs and other such establishments, and that any establishment found operating beyond the mandated 1.30 am closing time will face severe repercussions

Police invoke section 144 of CrPC to regulate activities in various establishments with a prime motive to underline the time limit to service liquor

Pennsylvania State Rep. Kevin Boyle (D-Philadelphia) was seen swearing and threatening people in a drunken state inside a Montgomery County bar.

Espresso martini to kahlua, we've come a long way, baby!

The police identified the accused with the help of CCTV footage and registered a case against 20 people at the Gomti Nagar police station

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