Brokerage houses have raised concerns that the government’s sharp increase in cigarette taxation could trigger a significant rise in illicit cigarette trade, undermining both public revenues and the legal tobacco industry.
India wants to reduce smoking, but its approach defies basic public-health logic.
With the arrest of four accused, the Delhi Police claimed to have unearthed a syndicate involved in the illegal trade of international cigarette brands.
Amid the rising pollution that has adversely impacted the health of adults and children alike, city experts underscored the dangers associated with the menace informing that 22 micrograms of particulate matter (PM2.5) is equivalent to smoking one cigarette in terms of damage.
The recovered gold and cigarettes of foreign brands has been seized under section 110 of Customs Act and further investigation is being carried on.
It is known that cigarette smoke contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). These can bind to and activate aryl hydrocarbon receptors (AHRs).
In addition, it has also recommended to the Finance Ministry that purchase of cigarette cartons at duty-free shops should be banned.
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