Rice feeds more than half the world, but scientists say current farming is crossing Earth’s safe limits for climate, water, and nutrients, and that makes every bowl part of a bigger planetary balancing actRice cultivation, a global staple, is pushing Earth's natural systems beyond safe limits, particularly concerning climate change, water use...
27 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
ITC's packaged foods business crosses $2 billion in revenueITC's packaged food business soared past $2 billion in FY26, with overall FMCG consumer spending reaching Rs 37,000 crore. This growth was ...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.38 PM IST
Chips or chocolates, India's brands want you to pay more for a fitter youFrom millet chips and protein-rich chocolates to science-backed skincare, FMCG companies are increasingly premiumising everyday products to...
26 Jun, 2026, 07.06 PM IST
Global Market: Core inflation in Tokyo accelerates as energy-driven price pressures begin to broadenTokyo's core inflation surged in June, driven by rising energy costs stemming from the Middle East conflict. This acceleration signals broa...
26 Jun, 2026, 07.36 AM IST
Over 78% of firms expect AI agents to handle customer support within 18 months, Adobe findsIndian businesses are racing towards AI-powered customer support, with nearly 78% expecting AI agents to handle interactions soon. However,...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.30 PM IST
Padma Shri awardee R Madhavan’s favourite high-protein South Indian breakfast dish: Detailed recipe, nutrition benefits and why he starts his day with itPadma Shri recipient R. Madhavan champions a traditional South Indian breakfast, highlighting its protein-rich pongal as a cornerstone of h...
25 Jun, 2026, 09.29 PM IST
Indians are more open to personal AI agents than anyone else in Asia Pacific, says Adobe studyAdobe’s 2026 AI and Digital Trends Report suggests Indian consumers are leading the Asia-Pacific region in embracing personal AI agents, wi...
25 Jun, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
Waka Waka! Indian consumer giants seek to roar louder in AfricaIndian consumer firms are significantly boosting investments in Africa, shifting from market entry to large-scale operations. Driven by a y...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
India's tech funding rises 12% to $7.2 billion in H1 2026: ReportIndia's tech startups secured $7.2 billion in the first half of 2026, a 12% rise despite fewer funding rounds. Investors are concentrating ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
NCERT clarifies Grade 6 Kannada textbook title, rejects claims of promoting vegetarianismNCERT has clarified concerns surrounding its Grade 6 Kannada textbook, "Krishna." The council explained that textbook titles in the R3 seri...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
Coke, Pepsi, Red Bull to add QR codes linking to ingredient information in USMajor beverage companies are now placing QR codes on their products across the US, offering consumers direct access to detailed ingredient ...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
Smiles, fries & air-fryers: Why Canadian food giant McCain is bullish on India’s snacking boomConsumers are embracing global and local flavours, driving innovation in products like fries and premium appetisers. McCain is actively add...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
National developers increase share in NCR real estate marketNational real estate developers are significantly increasing their footprint in the NCR region, capturing over 13% of new residential suppl...
23 Jun, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
These large-caps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and an upside potential of up to 24%When business updates start to come in or when some FMCG or auto companies indicate that things are not all good in the rural space, we may...
23 Jun, 2026, 07.51 AM IST
India's private investment gains overtakes government share post-COVID: ReportPrivate companies have emerged as the main drivers of investment in India after the pandemic, accounting for 71.3% of project announcements...
22 Jun, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
Monsoon risk, younger investor base, and skewed trading activity define NSE outlook: NSE dataIndia's 2026 macro outlook will hinge on monsoon performance, while the investor base continues to get younger and more geographically disp...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.29 PM IST
This Indian metro city has the most pampered pets. It’s not Delhi or MumbaiBengaluru leads India in pet pampering, with most spending on treats and premium items. Cat food demand is high, making Mumbai the cat capi...
17 Jun, 2026, 02.51 PM IST