Papa John’s returns to India with a vegetarian menu tailored for local tastes, opening four Bengaluru outlets and planning 650 stores nationwide.
Distributors of Tata Consumer Products in Maharashtra launch a non-cooperation movement, alleging poor management, unfair practices, and financial losses.
FMCG startup Meolaa raises $6 million in Pre-Series A funding led by General Catalyst to expand its AI-powered marketplace for sustainable D2C brands.
Chhath Puja 2025 will be celebrated from October 25–28. Learn about its rituals, fasting traditions, sacred offerings, and the spiritual significance of this Sun festival.
Navi Mumbai Airport (NMIA) to feature a digital food hall offering Mumbai street food, global cuisines, and gate delivery via a central airport app.
Goldman Sachs sold ₹266 Cr worth of Zomato parent Eternal shares to BofA Securities at ₹328.45 apiece, marking its fourth block deal in a month.
Chitale Bandhu launches its first QSR+Store outlet in Prabhadevi, Mumbai, near Siddhivinayak Temple, marking a major step in its omni-channel retail expansion.
From January 2026, the UAE will tax soft drinks based on sugar levels. Learn how the new tiered sugar tax affects prices, consumers, and businesses.
IIT Roorkee scientists develop eco-friendly tableware from wheat straw, offering a sustainable solution to stubble burning and single-use plastic waste.
Maharashtra FDA launches a food safety campaign ahead of Diwali, inspecting sweet shops and testing samples to curb food adulteration and protect consumers.
Ronald McDonald House opens its first facility in Mumbai, offering free accommodation, meals, and care to families of children undergoing medical treatment.
Explore Bihar’s famous GI tag products — from Muzaffarpur litchi to Darbhanga makhana, Silao khaja, and more. A taste of Bihar’s rich legacy.
Zomato and HDFC Pension launch NPS for delivery partners to secure their retirement, offering financial stability and long-term pension benefits.
Chef Himanshu Saini of Tresind Studio, Dubai, ranked 3rd at The Best Chef Awards 2025. Several Indian chefs also featured in global recognition list.
Oil marketing companies raise commercial LPG prices by ₹15.50 from October 1. Restaurants, hotels, and caterers face higher operational costs ahead of festivals.
Avenue Supermarts, operator of DMart, raises ₹100 crore through commercial paper at 6% coupon rate. Company opens its 431st store in New Delhi.
Chhota Bheem Cafes will debut in Hyderabad by December 2025. Green Gold Animation and EBG Group plan 300 themed outlets with food, play, and storytelling.
Restaurant SaaS platform Petpooja secures Rs 137 crore funding led by Dharana Capital. Plans include AI innovation, global expansion, and stronger customer support.
Ayurvedic wellness brand Kapiva raises $60M in Series D led by 360 ONE Asset and Vertex Growth. Fireside Ventures exits. Plans R&D and expansion.
Hocco Ice Cream secures ₹115 Cr funding led by Sauce.vc at a ₹2,000 Cr valuation. Startup to boost production, logistics, and expand pan-India presence.
