LatestIncome Tax 7 October 2026
Karnataka AIB Tax Boost Sparks Statewide Interest
Karnataka’s new Alcohol‑in‑Beverage (AIB) tax regime lifted state alcohol tax collections by 13.4% to Rs 22.19 billion. The Beverage Alcohol Institute says the model is drawing interest from neighboring states, sparking talks of wider adoption across India.
Karnataka’s Alcohol‑in‑Beverage (AIB) tax framework pushed alcohol tax collections up 13.4% to Rs 22.19 billion.
- The Beverage Alcohol Institute (BAI) says the model is attracting interest from other Indian states.
- Officials are discussing how similar structures could be rolled out nationwide.
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