Indian restaurants' 'slowdown' is ringing up a ₹79,000 cr bill as Iran war chokes LPG supplyThe Indian dining scene is looking at a staggering monthly loss of ₹79,000 crore as a result of a commercial LPG shortage. This hiccup is f...
16 Apr, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Haryana hikes wages after unrest; auto sector faces cost pressureHaryana has increased minimum wages by 35 percent for unskilled workers. This decision follows factory protests and work boycotts by labour...
10 Apr, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Factories firing on all cylinders as LPG supply easesFactory disruptions are easing as commercial LPG supplies improve and migrant workers return, with companies offering support. The govt inc...
30 Mar, 2026, 06.04 AM IST
Fading flames, rising heat: LPG crisis leaves restaurants and staff on edgeRestaurant owners are struggling to get LPG supplies. This shortage is causing operational issues and impacting business. Many fear job cut...
17 Mar, 2026, 07.15 AM IST
Shortage of commercial LPG could hit 50% of hotels and restuarants in Mumbai: Industry bodiesA severe commercial LPG shortage is crippling India's hospitality sector. Hotels and restaurants face near-complete supply halts in several...
10 Mar, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
From skincare to street food: Brands cash in on K-trendIndian Gen Z’s love for Korean culture, which began with BTS and K-dramas, has now spread into food, beauty, and fashion, and is gradually ...
15 Sep, 2025, 04.58 PM IST
Food delivery can be cheaper if we have access to consumer data: NRAI’s Sagar DaryaniDaryani said that the marketing funnel can be much better if the customer data is known to the respective brands.
30 Apr, 2025, 08.23 AM IST
22% of paani puris fail miserably at quality tests, may affect digestive, immunity, says Bengaluru food safety authorityWhile enthusiasts of this tantalizing street snack among desis are abundant, certain reports have questioned its safety and potential long-...
30 Jun, 2024, 04.33 PM IST
Abhishek Bachchan has a 'Dhoom' moment after Swiggy delivers his favourite Rs 90 misal pav to JalsaBollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan was delighted to find his favorite misal pav from Mumbai's Mamledar Misal available on Swiggy. Thrilled, ...
20 Jun, 2024, 05.02 PM IST
Price rise, funding slump may dampen cloud kitchen growthThe earnings reports of the first two quarters of listed restaurant and food companies point to a broader trend of sluggish growth amid mac...
24 Jan, 2024, 08.17 PM IST
US-based Papa John's outlets continue to stay open in Russia despite grim situationThe franchisee of 190 Papa John's Russia outlets under the supervision of Christopher Wynne continues to stay open despite the situation in...
15 Mar, 2022, 10.17 PM IST
Beijing mulls new law to curb food wastageThe person tasked with this unique responsibility will remind diners to pack leftovers and caution against placing excessive orders, accord...
13 Mar, 2021, 10.41 AM IST
Covid-19 pandemic may shutter your favourite restaurantThe ripple effect of the nationwide lockdown has hurt top fine-dining chains like The Olive Group, Indigo Deli and Smoke House Deli as well...
08 Jul, 2020, 03.32 PM IST
Sun signs and their food preferences!Eating under the stars' may not simply mean something romantic like an alfresco dinner on a beach or an open terrace.
12 Jun, 2015, 12.46 PM IST
All eateries to get hygiene ratingAll food outlets, from small dhabas to five-star hotels , will be graded according to their level of food hygiene and cleanliness.
26 Mar, 2013, 10.40 AM IST
- Chindian restaurants for desi visitors to China
There is hardly a place left in the world where some intrepid Indian has not opened up a restaurant that can serve up a passable vegetarian...
26 Sep, 2011, 08.06 AM IST
- The real regional food bazaar waiting to unfold
In last week's column I wrote with scepticism about the 'boom' that's supposed to be taking place in regional Indian food restaurants.
17 Feb, 2007, 04.32 AM IST