Historic foray marks a new era for the 100-year-old company with a focus on home state Assam and future nationwide growth After a 100-year history, B&A has ventured into the retail segment with its new ‘Gatoonga’ brand of black tea, according to a senior company official. The brand was launched in Assam as the company […]
ICRA estimates the food and beverages inflation to cross the 8.0 per cent mark this month The International Credit Rating Agency (ICRA) expects consumer price index inflation to grow at 5.0-5.2 per cent in May 2024. Data released by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) indicates a mixed trend in retail food prices in May […]
In an interview with BW Retail World, Vikrant Batra, Founder of Cafe Delhi Heights speaks about the expansion plans, the future of the food industry and more As a food entrepreneur, how do you see the future of the food and beverage industry evolving, and how do you plan to stay ahead of the curve? I see the […]
The drop in profits comes amidst sluggish demand and escalating costs Sapphire Foods India, the operator of Pizza Hut in India has reported its largest profit decline to date. The drop in profits comes amidst sluggish demand and escalating costs, underscoring the ongoing struggles faced by businesses in the sector. The consolidated net profit of […]
Binod Chaudhary, the Nepalese billionaire behind the renowned Wai Wai brand of instant noodles, is eyeing a significant move in the Indian market. His conglomerate, Chaudhary Group’s (CG) food unit in India, CG Foods India, is gearing up for a potential listing by 2026, marking a milestone in the company’s expansion strategy. Based in Gurgaon, […]
Varun Beverages, a leading bottler of PepsiCo beverages, announced on Saturday that it has commenced commercial production of soft drinks and energy drinks at its new facility in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. The company, promoted by the Jaipuria family, also disclosed plans to introduce juices and value-added dairy products at the same location, according to a […]
Food safety regulator The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has advised food service establishments to adhere and display calorific value, allergen, and nutritional information in foods they serve as per mandated rules. After receiving representation regarding the misinterpretation of the display of information, it has written to commissioners of food safety across […]
Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, has unveiled its Ramzan order analysis, revealing the nation’s continued love affair with Biryani during the holy month. Close to 6 million plates of Biryani were ordered during this period, marking a 15 per cent increase compared to regular months. Hyderabad stood out by ordering over a million plates […]
Coffee exports from India saw a notable increase of 13.35 per cent to 1,25,631 tonnes during the January-March period of this year, attributed to heightened demand for Robusta coffee, as revealed by official data. This surge contrasts with the export figure of 1,10,830 tonnes during the same period in 2023. India, recognized as Asia’s third-largest […]
By Rajany Pradhan As temperatures rise across India, so does the demand for refreshing beverages, marking the onset of the peak season for companies. With an array of iconic brands under its belt, including Pepsi, 7up, Mirinda, Mountain Dew and Tropicana, PepsiCo India is gearing up for an exciting summer ahead, along with other beverage […]
