GST overhaul a people's reform, touches every family: FM Nirmala SitharamanFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman calls GST overhaul a 'people's reform'. Rate rationalization will benefit families and boost the econom...
06 Sep, 2025, 05.30 PM IST
New GST rates: Is the puzzle over popcorn, paranthas and paneer finally solved?New GST Rates: The GST Council has approved a new tax structure effective September 22, resolving long-standing confusions on food items. P...
04 Sep, 2025, 07.37 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
GST Council meet: From no GST on penal charges by banks, NBFCs for loan defaults to 5% GST on new EVs & more; Here are top 10 outcomesThe GST Council lowered the compensation cess rate for merchant exporters to 0.1% and reduced the tax on fortified rice kernels to 5%. The ...
23 Dec, 2024, 12.44 PM IST
After JD Vance’s egg price blunder, Donald Trump takes to Pennsylvania grocery store, vows to tackle rising costsuring campaign visits in Pennsylvania, former President Donald Trump pledged to lower grocery prices while interacting with shoppers, even ...
24 Sep, 2024, 11.53 AM IST
Bollywood disappoints, but can Barbenheimer change PVR Inox's fortunes?India's biggest cinema operator PVR Inox is banking on Hollywood's "Oppenheimer", "Barbie" and unlimited popcorn to pack theatres after a s...
21 Jul, 2023, 04.20 PM IST
GST on food items in cinema halls reduced to 5%“The clarification that food and beverages supplied in cinema halls should be taxed at 5% is a welcome step and provides relief to the indu...
17 Jul, 2023, 06.30 AM IST
PVR reduces prices on food & beverage after tweet of exorbitant popcorn bill goes viralCinema chain PVR Cinemas has introduced lower prices for drinks and snacks following criticism on social media regarding inflated costs. Th...
13 Jul, 2023, 04.50 PM IST
Modi Naturals to launch sub-brand Oleev Kitchen to enter RTC/E segments as consumers continue to remain indoorsThe mid-premium brand will be retailed on ecommerce platforms and modern trade channels. Launch of more variants and related snacks are pla...
10 May, 2021, 08.53 PM IST
Anticlimax? Why the humble popcorn can hit the growing multiplex industry hardThe end of prohibition on outside food will come as a big dampener for the entire multiplex industry.
16 Jul, 2018, 02.40 PM IST
Any price curbs on popcorn bad news for multiplex companiesRevenues from the F&B segment for multiplex leader PVR for FY17 stood at Rs 580 crore.
06 Apr, 2018, 08.49 AM 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
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
- 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
- Multiplexes spice up menu cards
Leading chains such as Inox, Fame and Fun Cinemas, to cite some, have placed their thrust on constantly revamping their food and beverages ...
25 May, 2009, 04.53 AM IST