Junk out, khichdi in: ‘Healthy’ food made mandatory in Maharashtra govt officesMaharashtra government mandates healthier food in all state canteens and official events. The directive promotes millet khichdi and sprouts...
02 Sep, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
Geopolitical shocks are forcing companies to rethink procurement intelligence: Claight CEOGeopolitical tensions, tariff uncertainty and repeated supply-chain disruptions are pushing global companies to move from periodic procurem...
01 Sep, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
Low inventories, El Nino to keep sugar market tight through FY27: DAM CapitalThe Indian sugar sector is likely to remain in a tight-supply situation through FY27 and possibly beyond, with low inventories, weather ris...
01 Sep, 2026, 09.08 AM IST
In 2000, a Spanish researcher found up to 7 micrograms of neuroactive alkaloids in every gram of chocolate. 26 years later, the finding still adds a chemical clue to the mystery of chocolate cravingsResearchers found neuroactive alkaloids called tetrahydro-beta-carbolines in chocolate. These compounds are also present in alcoholic bever...
26 Aug, 2026, 10.05 PM IST
Nestle backs stricter food labelling norms, says transparency key for consumersNestle’s global CEO Philipp Navratil has backed FSSAI’s tighter food-labelling scrutiny and supported front-of-pack disclosures, saying con...
26 Aug, 2026, 03.06 PM IST
India wanted red flags on chip packets and soda. Big Food fought backIndia’s food regulator has dropped plans for colour-coded front-of-pack nutrition warnings after industry opposition, opting instead for si...
25 Aug, 2026, 03.45 PM IST
F&B regulatory crackdown sends celebrities into endorsement rethinkSeveral celebrities and influencers have stopped endorsing food and beverage brands. This action follows increased regulatory oversight and...
25 Aug, 2026, 09.59 AM IST
Chemical sector: Although long, there is a way around China trouble; combine 20 stocks to get your portfolio’s chemistry rightFor the chemicals sector, it all depends on a transformation that is still unfolding and will take years to play out. Backward-integration ...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.07 AM IST
Not heart disease, doctor says he is scared of one silent killer which causes no pain, reveals five foods that can increase risk. This includes one vitamin C-rich fruit, weight watchers loveThere are some diseases that are silent killers – meaning, they often do not exhibit symptoms until it is too late. Taking to X, internal m...
16 Aug, 2026, 11.30 PM IST
These large- and mid-cap stocks can give more than 25% return in 1 year, according to analystsLooking at what happens in the short term is important, as it does have an impact on stock prices. But also always keep an eye on the macro...
14 Aug, 2026, 12.54 PM IST
Struggling with fatty liver? Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 7 drinks that may help support liver health naturallyOpting for healthier beverage choices can significantly enhance a balanced diet along with regular physical activity, claims Harvard-traine...
07 Aug, 2026, 04.05 PM IST
Trying to lose weight? Delhi nutritionist says skip sugar-free drinks and switch to these 4 traditional alternatives for better gut healthArtificial sweeteners can confuse the brain and disrupt gut bacteria, impacting fitness goals. Delhi nutritionist Lovneet Batra suggests he...
05 Aug, 2026, 09.19 PM IST
Bengaluru-based dietician shares a desi diet that helps you lose weight and improve mental health: 'When you cut out....'Anupama Menon, a well-known dietician from Bengaluru, recently took to her blog to share how you can lose weight the desi way, eating sattv...
01 Aug, 2026, 10.52 PM IST
More than 100 million people in India have diabetes. Is sugar-rich diet to blame? Doctor shares the truth: ‘Sugar is not a direct…’While having a diet rich in sugar is known to increase the risk for diabetes, some doctors on X explained that the relationship between sug...
31 Jul, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Varun Beverages shares fall 5% as Q2 margins shrink after Twizza acquisition in South Africa; net profit rises 15%Varun Beverages shares fell 5% after the Pepsi bottler reported a 76-basis-point contraction in Q2 CY2026 EBITDA margin to 27.7%, weighed d...
28 Jul, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Coca-Cola India set to enter zero-caffeine market; to introduce global brand Coke Zero-Caffeine Zero-SugarCoca-Cola India is preparing to launch Coke Zero-Sugar Zero-Caffeine with local manufacturing, marking a new phase in the cola wars as dema...
28 Jul, 2026, 07.37 AM IST
Monk fruit vs sugar: India's new sugar substitute is gaining popularity, but doctors say real problem isn't sugar, it's the way we eatMonk fruit is emerging as a popular natural sweetener in India's health food market, driven by growing consumer demand for zero-calorie and...
25 Jul, 2026, 10.37 PM IST