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From hunger to obesity: Developing world faces growing threat to child healthChildhood obesity is rapidly increasing in developing nations, creating a significant health challenge. This epidemic is now outpacing unde...
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...
GST, auto sales, UPI data point to resilient growth in AugustIn August, India's GST collections rose by 14.8%, totaling ₹2 lakh crore. The surge in bulk car sales by 36% indicates robust consumer enth...
India seeks applications for remaining raw sugar import quotaIndia has opened up applications for its remaining raw sugar import quota, allowing eligible millers and refiners to apply for this lucrati...
Coffee is not enough for America’s new caffeine rush, it ‘can’ be much more: Morgan StanleyEnergy drinks are increasingly replacing coffee for American consumers seeking more energy. Younger demographics are adopting energy drinks...
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...
Harvard-trained gut doctor shares 7 habits he changed at 34 that helped him feel healthier at 44At thirty-four, Harvard-trained Dr. Saurabh Sethi embraced seven pivotal lifestyle shifts. He advocates for post-meal walks to help regulat...
Food inflation composition shifts as protein-rich items, processed foods drive price pressures: Finance Ministry ReportIndia's food inflation is undergoing a shift in its composition, with protein-rich items, processed foods and edible oils emerging as major...
Worried about blood-sugar spikes after feasting? A tablespoon of a cheap kitchen ingredient can reduce blood sugar levels after meals, says ‘Glucose Goddess’Although it can taste rather sour, vinegar can bring a rather sweet deal for diabetic people who are foodies. In a viral video, health and ...
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s dietician busts myths about ghee, rice and bananas, warns boycotting one of these foods can increase hair fallMost Indians have a weakness for rice, ghee and bananas. In the summer, having a plate of piping hot ghee-soaked rice or snacking on a bana...
Government to allocate fortnightly sugar sale quota to mills from September to prevent artificial scarcityRetail sugar prices are easing as ex-mill rates decline significantly. The government will now allocate sugar fortnightly to mills from Sep...
'Put food warning labels on the front': Supreme Court asks Centre to match international food safety standards as obesity is rising among childrenThe Supreme Court has asked the Centre to consider front-of-pack warning labels on junk food amid rising obesity among children. The bench ...
India to divert 350,000 tonnes of sugar exports to local market amid shortageIndian refiners will divert 350,000 tons of sugar offshore to the domestic market. This move aims to ease a significant supply crunch and t...
India eases raw sugar import rules as it cracks down on hoardingThe government has extended the processing window for duty-free raw sugar imports. This move aims to increase domestic sugar availability b...
Ethanol is not the whole story behind India’s sugar price surgeSugar prices have significantly increased due to production shortfalls and rising demand. Government data shows a substantial decline in ex...
India's sugar industry body shares a positive price outlookRetail sugar prices are expected to decrease soon as speculative stocking eases. The industry body attributes recent price hikes to specula...
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath assures no sugar shortage, details state stock availabilityUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated there is no sugar shortage in the state. He assured consumers that ample sugar stocks a...
From sugar exports to imports: What’s behind India’s policy U-turn?The policy shift raises questions over whether 2025-26 production and stock estimates were too optimistic.
Acquired new tastes & distastes: India’s health warnings are loud. Its consumption habits are louderDespite health warnings, cigarette production surged 24%, while wine consumption rose 25% among the young. Conversely, production of fruit ...
India allows duty-free sugar imports as prices climb ahead of festive seasonCentre has allowed duty-free imports of 1 million metric tonnes of sugar as prices surge nearly 40% in two months amid tightening supplies....