In Bengaluru, this 26-year-old wasn't just studying English, he was executing master plan to build his dream café. A doctor is charmed by how easily he convinced him to visit his homelandA 26-year-old barista from Nagaland is building a café in Bengaluru. Whilst studying English literature, he is also running a side hustle. ...
05 Jun, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
The great food delivery reset: How small restaurants are challenging commission-driven delivery modelsIndia's booming food delivery sector faces a growing challenge as independent restaurants question the sustainability of high commission fe...
05 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
Clean rules put auto parts cos on a whole new growth pathIndia's auto component sector is set for a growth spurt. New rules for cleaner, safer, and fuel-efficient vehicles are boosting demand for ...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
Heatwave and holidays drive 15-20% sales surge for mall retailersHeatwaves, school holidays and reduced summer travel are driving more consumers to air-conditioned malls, boosting sales for restaurants, f...
01 Jun, 2026, 12.32 AM IST
National Burger Day 2026: Which restaurants have the best deals and freebies? Here's all you need to knowNational Burger Day 2026 brings exciting deals and freebies from popular eateries. Burger King, Shake Shack, and Dairy Queen are among thos...
28 May, 2026, 08.44 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
Hotels strive to be found as AI models conduct travel searchWith people increasingly adopting AI to help plan their vacations, hotels are working to make sure that you check them out -- and check in....
24 May, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
Hobby to hustle: Six years ago, the pandemic and lockdowns sparked a wave of micro-entrepreneurs. Here’s how some built to lastIndia’s Covid-era “hobby economy” — spanning gardening, baking, fitness and pet care — has evolved into a ₹1.5-2 lakh cr market, though not...
17 May, 2026, 06.13 PM IST
Eating out or ordering online may soon cost more: Food services set to become 5–10% costlier starting next week amid fuel price hikeEating out and ordering food will soon cost more. Fuel prices have increased, impacting restaurant costs. This will lead to a 5-10% rise in...
16 May, 2026, 08.32 AM IST
ET Prime Special Series: Multibagger or Bankrupt - Part 58: The ICE veteran that quietly became an EV lightweighting storyMost auto ancillary investors think linear. Company makes Component X. EV disrupts Component X. Stock goes down. Every story does not fit t...
13 May, 2026, 08.07 PM IST
Inflation in driver’s seat likely to stall discretionary spendWhile consumer demand had started improving over the past four months after a prolonged slowdown, rising crude oil prices, supply disruptio...
13 May, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Starbucks bullish on India growth story; opens first Reserve store in east India at KolkataTata Starbucks sees strong long-term growth in India's coffee market. The company is expanding its presence with new Starbucks Reserve stor...
08 May, 2026, 08.53 PM IST
Middle East war may make your sofa more expensiveThe Middle East conflict is impacting Indian homes. Furniture makers face rising costs for materials like foam and lacquer due to global sh...
08 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Siguler Guff invests $40 million in Cinnabon operator Trimex FoodsUS private equity firm Siguler Guff has invested $40 million in Trimex Foods, the Indian franchise partner for Chili's, Paul, and Cinnabon....
29 Apr, 2026, 10.23 PM IST
IGL proposes to halve PNG pressure to restaurantsIndraprastha Gas Limited proposes reducing piped natural gas pressure to 1 bar for industrial users. This move aims to minimize wastage and...
25 Apr, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
CAFE-3 draft eases emission norms, nudges automakers toward EV and hybrid shiftNew emission rules for vehicles will be implemented in 2027. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency has eased some targets for smaller cars. Manuf...
11 Apr, 2026, 06.46 AM IST
US-Iran truce brings respite, but no quick fix for India Inc's supply painCEOs express cautious optimism following the US-Iran ceasefire, anticipating a consumer sentiment boost after a month of geopolitical uncer...
09 Apr, 2026, 10.30 AM IST