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Time of India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Indian whiskies dominate global charts, claim over half of world's top 20 brands
More than half of the world's top 20 most consumed whiskey brands are Indian, as per the latest report by Drinks International. In fact, the top three whisky brands including McDowell's, Royal Stag and Imperial Blue as well as eight of the 18 fastest growing whiskey brands globally are all from India, reflecting the popularity of the brown liquid that controls nearly two-thirds of India's overall spirits' market. " Indian whisky continues to show that, while trading turbulence may exist for many of the world's markets, India operates to a different set of parameters," the report said. ET Bureau With 100 million people expected to enter the age bracket for legal alcohol consumption in India in the next five years, most global firms count the country among their top three priority markets. For Diageo and Pernod Ricard , two of the world's biggest spirits firms, India is their largest market in terms of volumes. While Diageo has 34 brands that sell more than a million cases across categories, Pernod Ricard owns 21 such brands Live Events However, local companies are not far behind with Radico Khaitan having eight millionaire brands including its top selling Magic Moments vodka and 8PM whiskey. "About 60% of all liquor sold in India are still non-premium and with over 400 million cases sold annually across categories, even a slight growth will reflect as high volume. However, we see consumers increasingly shift to low end country liquor to entry level whiskey and will still drive volumes in future," said Amar Sinha, chief operating officer at Radico Khaitan. This is despite most companies trying to shift focus completely on premium products as part of their strategy to earn higher margins instead of pushing volumes. The recently signed trade deal between the United Kingdom and India promises to lower shelf prices of Scotch in the country. Can Indian brands maintain their trajectory against stiffer competition? "India's played a great role for the company so far. But I think when you think about the fact that it is one of the largest whiskey markets, that reduction clearly is something we would want to pass on, which would stimulate volume and top line growth," Nik Jhangiani, chief financial officer of Diageo said at a conference earlier this month. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Loxley 8-year-old surprised at OWA as ‘Magic Moments' families celebrate
FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — It's tradition, one day a year, Magic Moments families enjoy all that OWA has to offer free of charge. Mobile secures historic funding for affordable housing 'We have a heart for our state, our people. We just want to give back. That's what we do,' said Poarch Creek Tribal Council member Sandy Hollinger. For almost 300 family members who have been granted wishes in the past by Magic Moments, it was a day of celebration. 'This is the seventh time we have done it,' said President and CEO of Creek Enterprises, Cody Williamson. 'Hopefully, we will do it a lot more after this.' The Murphy family, from Loxley, arrived at OWA with a secret. 'We've known for a while. We haven't told her,' Emily Murphy said in a whisper. Their daughter Johanna, adopted four years ago from India, would be the latest recipient of a Magic Moment. The 8-year-old was born with a genetic disorder called sacral agenesis that requires her to use a wheelchair. That doesn't stop her. She does just about anything she wants, and she loves amusement parks. The visit to OWA was about to get even better for Johanna. Thanks to Magic Moments, the Murphy family received a 'Passport to Magic' donated by the Poarch Creek Indians. The 'Theme Park Experience' began at OWA and will continue to Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Orlando. 'It is a blessing to my heart to know that there are good people who want to support those families that need it,' said Murphy. 'American Idol' winner Jamal Roberts to perform in Atmore A little magic can go a long way when it comes to kids and families. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Navjot Singh Sidhu says he warned Shah Rukh Khan ‘Bollywood will eat you like a sausage', recalls his savage response
Before becoming the king of romance with films like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jaayenge, Devdas, and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Shah Rukh Khan gained recognition through his television series, such as Fauji. In a conversation with Magic Moments YouTube Channel, Navjot Singh Sidhu recalled how he had warned SRK when he said he was going to Bollywood, and also shared the superstar's savage response. (Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan's respectful gesture during National Anthem at IPL 2025 opening ceremony wins hearts. Watch) Sidhu recalled meeting SRK in Lucknow after a match and how SRK was fanboying over him, but in return, he told him that he watched television to see him in Fauji and Circus. When Kapil Dev asked Sidhu who SRK was, he recalled replying, "He is a big star." Sidhu then remembered asking SRK about his future plans and how he warned him against working in Bollywood. "He said, Sir, I am going to Bollywood. I said, 'Teri mat maari gayi hai? (Have you lost your mind?)' I told him, 'you need parents there, you need someone who can support you. Your parents aren't there, you just told me'. He told me, 'Sidhu saab, I will manage.' I told him, 'there's cutthroat competition there. They will eat you like a sausage for breakfast'. That's the exact line I told him," Sidhu said. He then recalled SRK's response to his warning and said, "SRK said 'Sidhu saab, can I say something?' He told me, 'I don't compete with anyone. I am my own competition'. He is a very polite man. He was very polite, and he is the same even today. Abhishek Bachchan came on our show, he said, 'SRK is the only guy who is not insecure'. Only that person can not be insecure who knows that he is like the Himalaya mountain and small things couldn't affect him. He was still like this." SRK made his comeback to the big screen with Pathaan, and created a stir at the box office with the film earning over ₹1,000 crore gross. He followed this success with Jawan and Dunki. Now, the actor is currently working on his upcoming film King. Helmed by Siddharth Anand, the film also reportedly stars Suhana Khan, Deepika Padukone, Rani Mukerji, Abhishek Bachchan, Abhay Verma, Saurabh Shukla and others in key roles.
Hans India
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Radico Khaitan's ‘Trikal' whisky banned in U'khand
New Delhi: The Uttarakhand government has denied granting permission for the production, sale, or registration of Radico Khaitan's newly launched whisky brand 'Trikal', amid rising public outcry over the brand name's religious connotation, which has hurt the sentiments of the Hindu community. Uttarakhand Excise Commissioner Harichandra Semwal said the state has not approved 'Trikal' whisky in any capacity, emphasising that any product using names linked to deities or religious beliefs will not be permitted in the state. 'Such branding hurts the religious, cultural, and social sentiments of our people,' he said in the statement. Semwal also described the viral claims suggesting 'Trikal' whisky is being sold in Uttarakhand as 'baseless, misleading, and part of a deliberate attempt to malign the image of the state and its administration'. 'These rumours are part of a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and damage the image of the state and its administration,' he said Semwal said that an FIR would be filed against those spreading the misinformation. The backlash began after Radico Khaitan, a major Indian liquor manufacturer known for brands such as 8 PM, Magic Moments, Royal Ranthambore, and Rampur Indian Single Malt, launched 'Trikal' as a premium whisky offering.
NDTV
28-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
'Trikal' Whisky Denied Sale Permission In Uttarakhand After Outcry Over Name
New Delhi: The Uttarakhand government has denied granting permission for the production, sale, or registration of Radico Khaitan's newly launched whisky brand 'Trikal', amid rising public outcry over the brand name's religious connotation, which has hurt the sentiments of the Hindu community. Uttarakhand Excise Commissioner Harichandra Semwal said the state has not approved 'Trikal' whisky in any capacity, emphasising that any product using names linked to deities or religious beliefs will not be permitted in the state. "Such branding hurts the religious, cultural, and social sentiments of our people," he said in the statement. Harichandra Semwal also described the viral claims suggesting 'Trikal' whisky is being sold in Uttarakhand as "baseless, misleading, and part of a deliberate attempt to malign the image of the state and its administration". "These rumours are part of a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and damage the image of the state and its administration," he said Harichandra Semwal said that an FIR would be filed against those spreading the misinformation. The backlash began after Radico Khaitan, a major Indian liquor manufacturer known for brands such as 8 PM, Magic Moments, Royal Ranthambore, and Rampur Indian Single Malt, launched 'Trikal' as a premium whisky offering. The name, which is closely associated with Lord Shiva -- a deeply revered Hindu deity --sparked outrage among religious groups and political figures. The controversy gained momentum on social media, with many users expressing anger over the association of a religious term with an alcoholic product, particularly in a state like Uttarakhand, often referred to as Devbhoomi or "Land of the Gods". The Excise Department has urged the public not to trust such unverified reports and to inform authorities of any such misinformation. As of now, Radico Khaitan has not issued a public response to the controversy around 'Trikal', which has gained momentum across religious groups and Hindu organisations.
