For over 100 years global plastic pollution became menace for environment, now forks created from sugar can be household alternativeBioplastics are biobased, meaning they are made completely or partially from a renewable resource, commonly corn or sugar cane; or they are...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.25 AM IST
From Cancer to Diabetes: Studies reveal these food preservatives may be linked to serious health problemsTwo large French studies suggest some common food preservatives may be linked to a higher risk of cancer and type 2 diabetes. However, rese...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
Coca-Cola India set to enter zero-caffeine market; to introduce global brand Coke Zero-Caffeine Zero-SugarCoca-Cola India is preparing to launch Coke Zero-Sugar Zero-Caffeine with local manufacturing, marking a new phase in the cola wars as dema...
28 Jul, 2026, 07.37 AM IST
Brands see strong consumer appetite this festive season despite war-led woesIndian consumers show resilient demand for aspirational and premium goods this festive season. Inflation and supply disruptions have not si...
27 Jul, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
Ever wondered why does chocolate come wrapped in shiny foil and what hidden secret that sparkling layer protects before every delicious bite?Ever noticed that almost every premium chocolate comes wrapped in shiny foil? It may look elegant, but that thin metallic layer has a much ...
22 Jul, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
Psychology explains why people eating popcorn at movie theaters may be less likely to buy new brandsA trip to the movies almost always comes with a bucket of popcorn. But according to a psychology study, that familiar movie snack could be ...
22 Jul, 2026, 10.40 AM IST
The real reason why Coca-Cola wants to become more Coca-ColaCoca-Cola's global brand refresh is more than a design update. The beverage giant is strengthening its iconic identity to protect pricing p...
21 Jul, 2026, 02.38 PM IST
Don’t take sugar substitutes if you want your brain to function normally and it’s a big warning for diabetic patients, an alarming study by American Academy of Neurology suggestsA recent study found a link between high artificial sweetener intake and faster cognitive decline. Participants consuming the most sweetene...
21 Jul, 2026, 01.37 PM IST
US tariffs on Brazil are a bitter pill for sugar and ethanol makersBrazil's ethanol and sugar producers expressed despair over new United States tariffs. These tariffs were imposed on thousands of Brazilian...
17 Jul, 2026, 07.06 AM IST
Ethanol, a fuel, not the fuel of choiceIndia's ethanol program achieves blending targets and energy security goals. However, it shifts land use from food crops to maize productio...
16 Jul, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Piyush Goyal hails India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement coming into force todayThe India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the concurrent Agreement on Social Security have officially entered into...
15 Jul, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Food giants focus on the fine print to serve you rightIndian consumers are increasingly looking beyond prices and focusing on product labels, ingredients and nutrition details while making food...
15 Jul, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
India and UK in talks on Britain's carbon tax rules: Commerce Secretary Rajesh AgrawalIndia and the UK are discussing Britain's carbon tax regulation. The new free trade agreement ensures market access for India's steel secto...
15 Jul, 2026, 12.35 AM IST
Once-a-week insulin launched in India, but doctors say it won't replace daily shots for allIndia now offers Awiqli, a new once-weekly basal insulin for diabetes patients. This drug reduces annual injections from 365 to just 52 for...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.40 PM IST
Red Bull, Sting, etc. not recognised as 'energy drinks', says food regulator FSSAI as it issues notices over misleading claimsIndia's food regulator, FSSAI, has issued notices to several beverage brands for misbranding and misleading claims about their "energy drin...
04 Jul, 2026, 08.58 AM IST
The 'little boy' in the Pacific, India's monsoon and the big test aheadIndia's crucial monsoon season has begun sluggishly, with a significant rainfall deficit raising concerns for the farm economy. Delayed sow...
03 Jul, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Energy drinks or sports drinks? : Top neurologist explains the key difference you’re missing and how it affecrs your bodyHyderabad neurologist Dr. Sudhir Kumar clarifies that energy drinks primarily offer caffeine and sugar, not true energy for workouts. He em...
03 Jul, 2026, 07.17 AM IST