One man spent Rs 18 lakh on coffee at a cafe and stayed broke. Another spent Rs 4.5 lakh only and ended up with Rs 47 lakhA Pune cafe owner's story highlights a powerful financial lesson. One customer spent heavily on expensive items, remaining broke. Another c...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.15 AM IST
Consumer staples sector to face growth normalization in 2nd half of 2026, updates on pricing power and channel efficiency eyedConsumer staples growth momentum is likely to moderate in the second half of FY27 as GST-related benefits phase out and high base effects s...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
A new-age thirst for beverages is emerging as a key force in India's consumer goods marketBeverage industry in India: Indian companies are seeing strong growth in drinks like coffee, ready-to-drink options, and protein beverages....
09 Jun, 2026, 07.42 PM IST
Geopolitical churn continues to impact costs, amid diverse consumer expectations: Nestle chairman Manish TiwaryNestle India sees rural areas as a major growth avenue. The company is focusing on increasing sales volume and investing more in its brands...
05 Jun, 2026, 09.42 PM IST
DS Group brings UK-based Ben's Cookies to India; eyes 10 outlets in FY27DS Group is bringing British brand Ben's Cookies to India. The company plans to open up to 10 stores in Delhi and Mumbai this fiscal year. ...
27 May, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Final May 2026 Social Security payment: Which SSA retirees, SSDI and survivor beneficiaries get up to $5,181 deposits Wednesday?Millions of retirees, disability recipients, and survivors await the last Social Security payment of May — but only a specific group qualif...
26 May, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
In 1908, a woman frustrated with gritty coffee led to the paper filter that changed global morning brewing routines foreverMelitta Bentz sought to improve her personal coffee experience, leading to the invention of the paper coffee filter. This simple yet effect...
26 May, 2026, 02.52 PM IST
India’s brandy boom still feels uncool. Liquor cos want to give it a makeoverBrandy, a spirit deeply entrenched in South India's culture and cinema, is now undergoing a national makeover. Despite being India's second...
20 May, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
Tata Consumer banks on strong brands, selective price hikes to fuel double-digit growthTata Consumer Products is set for strong growth by 2027. The company will use its popular brands and varied products to achieve this. Smart...
11 May, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
Last-minute hacks to remove stains from clothes: From perfume marks to tea, coffee, ink or lipstick stains, easy tricks most people use that actually work quicklyStains on favourite clothes can be a morning disaster. Fortunately, simple household items can quickly remove common spills like coffee, oi...
10 May, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
4 PM energy crashes every day? Mumbai nutritionist shares 6 breakfast mistakes and simple ways to fix themMumbai nutritionist Sanya Wadhera highlights how common Indian breakfasts, often low in protein and high in carbs, lead to energy crashes a...
07 May, 2026, 05.55 PM IST
How weaker dollar is quietly making life more expensive for AmericansA weaker US dollar, down about 10% since early 2025, is quietly increasing costs for Americans, impacting everything from vacations to groc...
03 May, 2026, 05.11 PM IST
When is Mother's Day 2026 in India? Check date, time, significance, budget-friendly gift ideas, wishes and quotes for your momMother's Day 2026: Mother's Day, a celebration of maternal love and sacrifice, will be observed on May 10, 2026, in India. On Mother's Day,...
28 Apr, 2026, 11.19 AM IST
- McDonald's drops new value menu; see the deals everyone’s rushing to grab
McDonald's has rolled out a new value menu, featuring over 10 items under $3, including breakfast options like Sausage McMuffins and lunch/...
22 Apr, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
Grocery Price chaos: What’s getting expensive and the surprising items now costing lessOver the past two years, Consumer Price Index data shows that grocery prices have fluctuated unevenly across different categories.The lates...
08 Apr, 2026, 10.23 PM IST
Which Chinese company is set to give Starbucks a run for its money as it plans to enter the U.S. with multiple outlets?Luckin Coffee, a rapidly expanding Chinese coffee chain that has surpassed Starbucks in China, is poised to enter the U.S. market, starting...
21 May, 2025, 12.52 AM IST
Specialty coffee chain AbCoffee raises $3.4 million funding led by Nexus Venture PartnersMumbai-based AbCoffee has raised $3.4 million funding led by Nexus Venture Partners to accelerate supply chain and technology stack for aff...
09 Mar, 2024, 09.22 AM IST