Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal explains the 10-minute delivery model, safety concerns, gig worker risks, insurance cover, and challenges faced by delivery partners.
Indore water contamination crisis leaves at least 10 dead and many hospitalized after sewage mixed with tap water in Bhagirathpura. HC seeks report & action.
India will impose new excise duty on tobacco and cigarettes from 1 February 2026, increasing prices. Cigarette makers ITC and Godfrey Phillips stocks fall.
Kapil Sharma opens Kap’s Cafe in Dubai on December 31, 2025. The comedian’s themed eatery brings a cosy, Instagram-friendly space with Indian-Western comfort food.
FSSAI introduces new testing norms for packaged drinking water, removing mandatory BIS certification. Stricter compliance, periodic tests, call for more labs.
Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto & Blinkit gig workers plan strike on New Year demanding fair pay & safety. Know top 10 demands, impact on delivery services in India.
India revises excise duty on cigarettes, potentially increasing retail prices significantly. Reports claim ₹18 cigarettes could rise steeply under new tax rules.
Navi Mumbai International Airport opens on December 25 with 40+ restaurants, cafes, bars and QSRs. Check the complete food court list here.
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages to cut nearly 300 jobs to improve efficiency as FY25 profit drops 73% amid weak demand and unseasonal rains.
Vixar acquires a 45% stake in Belgian Waffle Co at a ₹1,700 crore valuation, alongside Vallabh Bhansali and HDFC AMC, marking a major QSR deal.
Varun Beverages, PepsiCo’s largest bottler, to acquire South Africa’s Twizza for ZAR 2,095 million, expanding manufacturing and market reach in Africa.
Swiggy Instamart launches its first offline experiential store in Gurugram, signaling a new phase in quick commerce and consumer-led shopping experiences.
India and New Zealand conclude FTA talks. Here’s how tariff changes, dairy protection, cheaper kiwis and new export access impact Food and FMCG sectors.
Black currant is set to dominate dessert menus in 2026, driven by global flavor trends favouring dark fruits, refined sweetness and premium indulgence.
A new NCAER survey reveals 35% of Indian restaurants want to exit food delivery apps due to high commissions, despite benefits like reach and visibility.
Ozempic, a diabetes drug, is gaining attention for weight loss. Here’s how it works, its benefits, side effects, and whether it’s safe for the body.
Reliance Consumer Products relaunches 75-year-old SIL brand with noodles, jams, ketchups and sauces, marking its entry into packaged foods.
WickedGud raises ₹20 crore in fresh funding to expand retail reach, strengthen supply chain, and drive innovation in instant and Korean-style noodles.
Income Tax Department conducted early-morning searches at Bastian restaurant in Mumbai, co-owned by Shilpa Shetty, days after a Bengaluru police FIR.
Jasper Food Manufacturers acquires a 10% stake in Shark Tank India-featured SoupX, marking its entry into the fast-growing healthy RTE foods segment.
