Psychology says people who can’t stop at one cookie after opening the jar may be responding to more than hungerStrict dietary restraint can interact with cravings and reduced self-control in complicated ways. Research suggests that people with higher...
26 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST
'India is a country ripe for innovation across many facets of our business': Marriott International CEOMarriott sees India as a key growth market, planning significant expansion and new hotel openings. The company is adapting its brands and p...
25 Aug, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
Ethanol is not the whole story behind India’s sugar price surgeSugar prices have significantly increased due to production shortfalls and rising demand. Government data shows a substantial decline in ex...
24 Aug, 2026, 11.00 PM IST
How India’s consumers are reshaping the future of food and businessIndia is a fast-growing consumer market and a source of innovation. Its food processing sector connects farmers with consumers seeking qual...
24 Aug, 2026, 01.33 AM IST
Expensive living? Inflation hits coriander to cars in IndiaConsumer goods companies are increasing prices and reducing pack sizes. Automobile manufacturers and tyre companies also announced signific...
21 Aug, 2026, 04.19 PM IST
Acquired new tastes & distastes: India’s health warnings are loud. Its consumption habits are louderDespite health warnings, cigarette production surged 24%, while wine consumption rose 25% among the young. Conversely, production of fruit ...
21 Aug, 2026, 12.09 PM IST
Horoscope Today, August 21, 2026: The Stars Reveal Who Could See Progress, Recognition and Positive News TodayHoroscope Today, August 21, 2026: According to the traditional Vedic astrological interpretation for Friday, August 21, 2026, today's energ...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.39 PM IST
Red Sea blockade threat: Why India’s trade faces a wider supply-chain shockA prolonged disruption could force ships to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope, raising logistics costs while squeezing exporters and add...
20 Aug, 2026, 10.22 AM IST
Free dhaniya no more? India’s kitchen is feeling a new food squeezeCoriander prices have surged significantly after heavy rains disrupted essential vegetable supplies. Ginger and garlic prices also show sub...
17 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
From kirana to currency: Small towns are scrambling for dollarsSmall towns now lead India's foreign exchange demand, surpassing major cities. This shift indicates rising prosperity and global lifestyle ...
17 Aug, 2026, 03.19 PM IST
India’s next online grocery goldmine lies beyond the traditional routesThe shift in India’s e-commerce market is revealing a growing focus on value-oriented buyers from smaller towns. These consumers favor cost...
17 Aug, 2026, 01.01 PM IST
Independence Day 2026: 79 years of an India on the rise as its households dream biggerIndependence Day 2026: Today's Indian consumers are transforming their financial habits, with a declining focus on food expenditure within ...
15 Aug, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
India is swapping solo bites for group dining and healthier picksOut-of-home food and beverage consumption is increasingly shifting towards group occasions. Solo consumption has declined while larger grou...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.12 AM IST
Smaller FMCG brands struggle to expand consumer reachIndia’s FMCG market is becoming more difficult for smaller brands, with only 56% of low-penetration brands growing their consumer reach in ...
13 Aug, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
Dhoot, Milky Mist or Molbio? What should investors pick in Rs 7,000 crore IPO rush this weekThis week, India's IPO market shines brightly as five firms successfully raise over Rs 7,000 crore. Analysts highlight Dhoot Transmission a...
11 Aug, 2026, 10.05 AM IST
One habit that will barely take 10 minutes can lower risk of cancer diagnosis and improve longevity. Doctor says, 'You do not need a workout…’While you cannot 100% prevent the occurrence of cancer (there is a genetic component to cancer), there indeed are some lifestyle changes yo...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
Psychology says the way you eat dal chawal alone could reveal hidden signs of stress you might not noticePsychology indicates that consuming dal chawal in solitude can highlight stress levels. When under prolonged stress, our brain interferes w...
08 Aug, 2026, 01.59 PM IST