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India moves AB InBev from witness to target in cartel probe sparks fresh court battle
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Published on 24 April 2026
A court stop order paused the probe against AB InBev
India’s antitrust watchdog has upgraded Anheuser-Busch InBev’s role in a cartel probe, moving it from a cooperating witness to a party under investigation. The case began by targeting 42 alcohol retailers in Telangana over alleged exclusion of rivals, and AB InBev was raided in 2024. The brewer then secured a temporary injunction that halted the investigation against it.
- AB InBev’s status changed from witness to investigated party
- Probe originally focused on 42 Telangana alcohol retailers
- AB InBev was raided in 2024 as part of the inquiry
- A temporary court injunction paused action against the brewer
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