Dry January: What happens to your body without alcohol?
Three weeks without a drop of alcohol. Three weeks during which I felt more awake, fitter and more relaxed. What exactly happened in my body? | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesHow to keep your liver healthy this winter
As the season of indulgence and merry-making unfolds, bringing people together in delightful gatherings, it's all too easy to let loose and be tempted by high-calorie foods. This results in unwanted weight gain, bloating, fatigue, and even hangovers. Key Points
India TodayIndia's GST Council to mull exempting distilled alcohol used to make liquor from tax - source
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council will discuss exempting distilled alcohol used to manufacture liquor from the indirect tax at its meeting on Oct. 7, according to a source. Key Points
ReutersInjecting a Gene Into Monkeys' Brains Curbed Their alcohol Use
Chronic drinking depletes the brain’s dopamine levels. A single dose of a gene therapy reset them, and stopped the craving for alcohol. Key Points
WIREDCommuters can now carry two sealed liquor bottles on all routes in Delhi Metro
Drinking of alcohol inside metro premises, however, is still strictly prohibited. Earlier, carrying of alcohol was allowed only on the Airport Express Line, the DMRC said. Key Points
ThePrint
In a first, Ireland to introduce health warning on alcoholic beverages
The new regulations will take effect in three years to give businesses time to prepare for the change. It will also alert consumers to the calorie and alcohol content. Key Points
India TodayStudy shows how alcohol consumption contributes to chronic pain
California [US], April 22 (ANI): Chronic alcohol consumption may increase pain sensitivity via two distinct biochemical processes, one driven by alcohol intake and the other by alcohol withdrawal. That is one new conclusion reached by Scripps Research scientists investigating the intricate relationships between alcohol and pain. The research, published in the British Journal of Pharmacology, […] Key Points
ThePrintWith 22 alcohol shots in 90 minutes, British man dies of poisoning at strip club
The victim's blood had at least 0.4% alcohol at the time of his death, which is considered lethal. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesWhy workplace drinking culture is fading fast
Drinking has long been the centre of workplace culture. But younger employees are changing the role of alcohol in the office. Key Points
BBC5 harmful effects of alcohol consumption on your gut health
Your drinking habit can play havoc with your gut health. An expert on top gut health issues one can face due to excessive alcohol consumption. | Health Key Points
Hindustan Times
Dry January too daunting? A damp one is also worthwhile
Even reducing alcohol intake could make a real health difference. Cannabis isn’t an alcohol substitute even if its marketers speak of ‘Cannuary’. Key Points
mintThe fall of red wine's health halo: Unraveling the truth behind the myth
A retrospective look at the health halo surrounding red wine, once touted for its potential cardiovascular benefits, reveals a shift in scientific understanding. Initially fueled by studies suggesting moderate consumption could reduce heart disease risk, subsequent research debunked these claims. Key Points
Economic TimesWhy brewers aren't worried about Wegovy users drinking less beer
Global brewers AB InBev (ABI.BR) and Carlsberg (CARLb.CO) this week played down concerns among some investors that demand for weight-loss drugs may lead to a sharp drop in beer drinking. Key Points
ReutersMahua is smooth as scotch now. MP tribal liquor is at Taj, Marriott tasting sessions
MP’s heritage liquor is selling big in the elite class. Shivraj Singh Chouhan government is correcting the historical stigma, rebranding and putting it on the global map. Key Points
ThePrintHow I quit drinking: Therapy for child abuse, sexual assault traumas
I developed an alcohol addiction and complex PTSD after a sexual assault. Trauma therapy helped me confront childhood abuse and quit drinking. Key Points
Insider
Manoj Bajpayee drank too much on 1st international flight, became unconscious
Manoj Bajpayee shared how he got drunk on his return flight from Paris after he realised the alcohol was free. He drank so much he became unconscious. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesPost New Year detox: Expert tips for cleansing body, bouncing back from hangover
If you have been bingeing for days now, it's time to focus on unprocessed foods, proper hydration and adequate sleep. Here're tips for post New Year detox. | Health Key Points
Hindustan Times'Free alcohol servings in morning, evening': Demands after Karnataka Budget
The Karnataka government raised the prices of alcohol in the state by 20 per cent in the recent budget. During the protests, demands were raised for free alcohol by the government. Key Points
India TodayWhat happens to your liver when you drink alcohol every day
Even moderate drinking can increase the risk of liver disease. Study shows that women may be at higher risk of liver diseases compared to men. Key Points
India TodayBritish tourist downs 22 shots in 90 minutes at Polish strip club, dies
A British tourist died after he consumed 22 shots of alcohol at a strip club in Poland. Autopsy revealed that the man had a blood alcohol content of at least 0.4 per cent, which is considered lethal. Key Points
India Today
'Saw drunk people on road in Varanasi,' says Rahul Gandhi; Smriti Irani hits back
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi sparked a row after he said he saw drunk people lying on the road in Varanasi, the constituency represented by PM Narendra Modi. Union Minister Smriti Irani hit back at Rahul Gandhi for his "objectionable" comments. Key Points
India TodayMatthew Perry felt that his Friends co-stars weren't battling addictions as hard as he was
Friends co-star Mathew Perry shared his battles with addiction to alcohol and drugs. He lost almost 128 pounds because he was addicted and took almost 50-55 tablets a day. He claimed to have gone to 15 different recovery facilities, attended roughly 6,000 sessions of Alcoholics Anonymous, and calculated that he had spent about $9 million on his sobriety. Key Points
Economic TimesIIT-Jodhpur scientists develop new cost-effective human breath sensor; to also help diagnose several diseases
The technology depends on metal oxides and nano silicon operating at room temperature while existing sensors are based on fuel cells. Researchers at the... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSaudi Arabia prepares to open first alcohol store for diplomats: Report
The store will serve exclusively non-Muslim diplomats. To access liquor, customers will have to register via a mobile app, get a clearance code from the foreign ministry, and respect monthly quotas with their purchases. Key Points
Business TodayDrug regulator looks to limit alcohol content in medicines
The Drugs Consultative Committee (DCC), which comes under the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and comprises a technical body of experts, will deliberate and make a decision on the issue soon. The drug regulatory authority had received a representation from the UP government to amend the provisions in the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and rules with respect to the misuse of the drugs containing alcohol/tincture, a person in the know told ET. Key Points
Economic Times
Alco-bev industry in tight spot over shrinking margins as states keep MRP constant: ISWAI's Nita Kapoor
The domestic alcohol industry is caught in a squeeze play. Soaring raw material costs are taking a toll on margins as state governments keep MRP unchanged. The price of extra-neutral alcohol, a key raw material, has gone up by 53% since 2018. Key Points
mintSaudi Arabia prepares to open first alcohol store for diplomats
Saudi Arabia is set to open its first alcohol store in Riyadh, exclusively serving non-Muslim diplomats. Customers must register via a mobile app, obtain clearance from the foreign ministry, and adhere to monthly purchase quotas. The move is part of Saudi Arabia's efforts to attract tourism and business by easing strict Islamic regulations. Key Points
Economic TimesSunny Deol recalls drinking alcohol for the first time to fit in English society
Sunny Deol once caught his son Rajveer Deol after he had his first beer and came home. Unlike his sons, the actor said he doesn't drink or smoke. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesNo proof of sacked electrician being impacted due to alcohol consumption, rules Spanish court
The high court in Murcia in south-eastern Spain ruled that it was wrong on the electricity company's part to fire a man who was found drinking more than three litres of beer in one day. The court said there was no proof that the man's "physical and mental faculties" could have been affected due to consumption of alcohol. Key Points
India TodayCoca-Cola India forays into the alcohol segment
Alcohol is a very big category and we have on purpose decided to experiment, Coca-Cola global marketing chief Manolo Arroyo told ET in a recent interview. We're very clear what kind of beverages consumers are demanding. I call it fuel for the body and the mind. Key Points
Economic Times
2 killed as tanker carrying raw alcohol hits bikes, rolls down gorge in Pune
A tanker transporting raw alcohol rolled down a gorge while it was on its way to the Hadapsar industrial area in Pune city. According to a police official, it suffered a brake failure in the Dive Ghat section on Pune-Saswad Road at around 8:30 pm on Monday. Key Points
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