Half Of Packaged Foods On Quick Commerce Apps Junk And Ultra-Processed
A LocalCircles survey finds that nearly half of packaged foods sold on major quick-commerce apps are junk or ultra-processed, raising concerns about youth consumption.
Food & Beverage.
FMCG
Food
Medicines, Packaged Foods Lag In GST 2.0 Benefits
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- October 15, 2025
LocalCircles survey shows full pass-through of GST rate cuts remains weak in processed foods and healthcare, while autos and electronics see stronger transmission While more consumers are beginning to benefit from GST 2.0 reforms, certain sectors such as processed foods and medicines still require stronger action from brands, supply chains, and last-mile retailers to ensure […]
Companies
Finance
News
73% Indians Would Abandon UPI If Transaction Fees Introduced: Survey
- by BW Retail World Bureau
- March 4, 2024
A recent online survey conducted by LocalCircles revealed that a majority of people would stop using UPI if a transaction fee is charged for it. The survey received over 34,000 responses from citizens in 364 districts, with 67 per cent of male respondents and 33 per cent of women. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) […]