ITC Raises Prices of Classic Connect and Gold Flake Super Star Cigarettes
ITC Ltd has increased prices for select cigarette brands, including Classic Connect and Gold Flake Super Star, following changes to tobacco taxation earlier this year. The Classic Connect 20-cigarette pack now costs Rs 428, up 9.74% from Rs 390, while the Gold Flake Super Star 10-cigarette pack rose 12.66% to Rs 89. These hikes reflect higher excise duties and GST rates introduced from February 1, 2026, which have led manufacturers to adjust retail prices multiple times this year. The revised prices are entering the distribution chain, potentially affecting consumer demand.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (49/100). Lens Score 41/100.
Outlets measured: moneycontrol, oneindia, news18, timesnow. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 16 Sept, 08:48 am. Other outlets followed.