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Asia's vendors grapple with rising costs of ever-present plasticsRising plastic costs: Asian food vendors are struggling with soaring plastic costs, a direct consequence of the Middle East energy crisis. ...
Psychology says adults who hold onto empty jars and containers are often seeking more than storage: Why ‘just in case’ thinking makes it hard to throw things awayPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...
West Asia crisis eases, but peace could elude consumers for nowConsumers in India will not experience immediate price drops for daily essentials and home appliances. Manufacturers are holding onto raw m...
Call to extend duty cuts on critical inputs soonIndia is set to decide on extending customs duty relief for critical raw material imports beyond June 30. An inter-ministerial panel will r...
Stock picks of the week; 5 stocks with consistent score improvement and upside potential of up to 25%Even in normal times it is futile to try and guess the outcome of most global events. But in the New World Order, it makes no sense at all ...
Dry ice’s use, devised in India, pioneered culinary advancementsGases are vital for modern life. From cooling vaccines to preserving food, their impact is immense. An Indian doctor's early innovation wit...
How an Australian connection helped Shaily Mehrotra build a Rs 1,500-crore Indian skincare brandA gap in science-backed skincare products in the Indian market prompted Shaily Mehrotra to start Fixderma, with an aim to solve common skin...
Govt moves to standardize edible oil pack sizes, industry sees boost for consumer transparencyThe Indian government is set to introduce new rules for edible oil packaging. This move aims to standardize pack sizes, making it easier fo...
Fed's Warsh inherits economy increasingly squeezed by inflationNew Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces a challenging economy. Rising inflation, fueled by the Iran war's impact on energy and goods, is squeezing ...
Mother Dairy launches India's first naturally degradable milk pouch ahead of World Environment DayMother Dairy has introduced India's first naturally degradable milk pouch. This innovation will begin in Delhi-NCR on June 5. The new packa...
Consumer goods companies chart new manufacturing and sourcing course as West Asia crisis hits supply chainIndian consumer goods firms like Dabur, Britannia, Tata Consumer Products, and Emami are rerouting manufacturing and sourcing away from Wes...
20 months of bearish markets: One additional letter that tells you which 'cheap' stocks are actually cheapMost investors live by one ratio. That ratio that tells them all they want to know – or should one say all they want to hear? They open a s...
Further price hikes likely in food, personal care products as raw material costs rise: ReportPrices of everyday products are set to increase. Companies face rising raw material costs, leading to hikes and smaller product sizes. Food...
West Asia crisis may soon make everyday goods costlier in IndiaIndia faces a looming price hike on everyday goods as global commodity costs surge due to the West Asia conflict. Manufacturers are absorbi...
Crude awakening: Chemical companies face margin pressure as oil-linked costs surge amid geopolitical tensionsRising crude oil prices are pressuring chemical sector margins due to increased feedstock and energy costs. Despite this, the Nifty Chemica...
GST gains eroded by Gulf war: Dabur CEO Mohit MalhotraDabur's CEO Mohit Malhotra says the West Asia war has impacted the gains from GST measures. The company is raising prices and acquiring dig...
The Earth Prize 2026 winners: Indian teens develop tamarind-based solution to remove microplastics from waterThree Indian teenagers have earned international acclaim for developing "Plas-Stick," a biodegradable solution to remove microplastics from...
Living Supermaterial: What is the new plastic alternative scientists have created that is stronger, smarter, & fully biodegradable?Living Supermaterial: Indian scientists have developed a novel bacteria-grown cellulose material that could serve as a sustainable alternat...
United Breweries to shut Ludhiana brewery by JuneUnited Breweries has decided to close its Ludhiana brewery in Punjab, effective June 30, 2026, after entering into a long-term capacity lea...
From kitchen storage to recycling bins: How Deposit Refund Schemes can change India’s plastic economyIndia is exploring Deposit Refund Schemes (DRS) to tackle plastic waste, where consumers pay a small deposit on packaged products, refunded...