Warren Buffett on how CEOs manipulate earnings – and how to spot itWarren Buffett compared modern corporate accounting to a golfer who turns in a score of 140 in his first round (thanks to fake bogeys), and...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.15 PM IST
RCB on the ground, ₹2.1 lakh bill on the table & 6,200 peak orders in a minute on the app: India's IPL food obsession revealedIPL 2026 fueled a massive surge in food delivery and restaurant bookings across India. Swiggy reported significant jumps in orders and rese...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
1945 Kitchen Revolution began with one strange accident: How Percy Spencer’s melted candy bar at Raytheon accidentally led to the invention of the Microwave OvenDuring World War II, radar technology became essential for detecting enemy aircraft and ships. Percy Spencer was working with magnetrons, d...
22 May, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
Why Your Microwave May Need More Than a Quick Wipe DownYour microwave may be dirtier than it appears. Hidden grease and food particles accumulate, leading to bacteria growth and odors. Simple wi...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.38 PM IST
After popcorn, now turn of donuts to get afflicted by 'GSTitis': CongressThe Congress criticized the government's differential GST implementation, highlighting Mad Over Donuts' Rs 100 crore tax notice due to busi...
15 Mar, 2025, 11.32 AM IST
Still not packaged well: GST adds to manufacturing woes, calls for simplification growsWhile GST collections for the month of November marked an 8.5% increase from last year at 1.82 lakh crore, certain key states have exhibite...
03 Jan, 2025, 12.48 PM IST
If tax on popcorn is a worry, try munching them in a movie hall. Thankfully, things may changeThe Indian government increased GST on caramel popcorn from 5% to 18%. This sparked discussions about the high cost of snacks in multiplexe...
28 Dec, 2024, 11.47 PM IST
ET Explainer: Taxing times for popcorn & used carsThe GST Council clarified the tax rates on ready-to-eat, pre-packaged, and caramelised popcorn at 5%, 12%, and 18% respectively. It also re...
26 Dec, 2024, 02.40 PM IST
Public face-offs on GST decisions point to flaws in the tax’s architecture and implementationThe GST Council's recent decision on popcorn tax rates has highlighted the complexity and flaws of India's GST system, attracting criticism...
25 Dec, 2024, 10.55 PM IST
A starter library for entrepreneurs, as recommended by Popcorn and Company’s Vikas SuriVikas Suri, CEO and founder, Popcorn and Company, is an ardent reader of business books but there is one line – from Mike Michalowicz’s Pro...
06 May, 2024, 12.32 PM IST
Meet the popcorn man of India: From supplying popcorn machines to selling gourmet kernels, Vikas Suri does it allVikas Suri’s popcorn business was well entrenched until the lockdown closed cinemas. He intends to pop back up by going retail with gourmet...
09 Jan, 2021, 11.00 PM IST
Ajay Bijli-led PVR Ltd acquires 70% stake in 4700BC Popcorn startup owner Zea Maize4700BC Popcorn will be rolled out in 30-35 premium cinemas of PVR during the first phase and may be expanded to other markets in future.
20 Aug, 2015, 04.00 AM IST
Cool flavoursBrie, with its creamy texture and rich flavour, doesn’t seem like such a wild ice cream ingredient, but the addition of chilli spices it up.
15 May, 2014, 12.28 PM IST
Films catering to children send food and beverages sales soaringMultiplex chains say sales of food and beverages rise significantly when they screen films driven by kids and family.
13 Nov, 2013, 08.25 AM IST
Why popcorn business is booming in India, with high sales & margins and new investmentsNationwide regularised production, sales and profit data on the popcorn business is tougher to find than a Bollywood movie with a tragic en...
19 Aug, 2013, 05.00 AM IST
- Agro Tech plans Rs 100-crore capacity expansion in 2-3 years: Official
Agro Tech Foods plans to launch ready-to-eat meals, peanut butter and oil sprays nationally, and invest Rs 100 crore on capacity expansion ...
09 Jan, 2012, 04.16 AM IST
- Product pipeline for India looking very good: Sachin Gopal, CEO, Agro Tech Foods
Sachin Gopal, CEO, Agro Tech Foods, in a chat with ET Now talks about the company’s plans in India and about margins going forward.
25 Nov, 2010, 05.03 PM IST