Food

IPO-bound Rebel Foods in talks to bring more global brands to India

The company became the master franchisee of American fast food giant Wendy's in 2023. Since then, Rebel has scaled Wendy's to 200 stores, with the latest one opening in Gurugram on Wednesday

India's obesity crisis: Reorienting food policies can address the problem

Growing prosperity, urbanisation, and sedentary lifestyles are out of sync with Indian cuisine, undoubtedly among the world's most delicious but traditionally suited for manual work

China uses food as high-impact, low-cost weapon in trade war against US

Agricultural tariffs, which run from 10 per cent to 15 per cent on an expansive list of items including grains, proteins, cotton, and fresh produce, follow initial action on energy and minerals

CWC to play key role in logistics cost reduction plan: Food minister Joshi

The government aims to reduce logistics costs from the current 13-14 per cent to global standards of around 8 per cent, with the Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) playing a crucial role in this nationwide transformation effort. "With the launch of the National Logistics Policy and the PM Gati Shakti Programme, we aim to bring down logistics costs from the existing 13-14 per cent to global standards of around 8 per cent. "CWC, as a leading warehousing organisation, is poised to support these objectives through modern infrastructure development and efficiency enhancements," Food Minister Pralhad Joshi said while addressing the CWC's 69th Foundation Day. The minister highlighted that CWC, established in 1957, has evolved into a dynamic logistics service provider with an extensive network of over 700 warehouses and an operational storage capacity of 148.29 lakh metric tonnes, an official statement said. The government's push comes as part of broader initiatives under the Atmanirbha

Flying in chefs to iconic recreations, wedding food tells a culinary tale

Food trends at Indian weddings have reached new heights, with customised restaurant recreations, cafe setups, pop-ups by Michelin-star chefs, and bespoke table linens with monograms

'Virasat aur Vikas' in clothes and food: Embracing global and desi vibes

How we've shifted from loving all things Western to embracing global, desi, and global desi vibes -- with fewer value judgments

The curry conquest: A global journey of cultural significance, creativity

Whether used as a racist slur or celebrated as a global staple, curry's journey exemplifies its cultural significance -shared history and culinary creativity

Embedding food systems into policy: How cities can restore ecosystems

By embedding food systems into urban governance, cities can influence local food environments and broader supply chains, paving the way for a more resilient and sustainable system

Chris van Tulleken's book reveals the perils of ultra-processed foods

Some books change the way we think. Others change the way we live. Ultra-Processed People is one such book

As inflation pinches, govt mulls reducing food weighting in CPI. Here's why

The govt is exploring a reduction in food's weight in the Consumer Price Index to reflect changing consumption patterns and manage inflation, as food prices remain volatile and seasonally driven

Godrej Industries to buy Savannah Surfactants' food unit for Rs 76 crore

Godrej Industries will acquire the food additives and emulsifier business of Savannah Surfactants Limited for Rs 76 crore. In a regulatory filing on Tuesday, Godrej Industries said that the company has signed a 'Business Transfer Agreement' with Savannah Surfactants Limited (Goa) with the intention to acquire their food additives and emulsifier business. The deal value is estimated at around Rs 76 crore. "As a leading player in oleochemicals, surfactants, specialities and biotech, this transaction will help the company expand its product offerings to the Food & Beverages segment," the company said. Located in Goa, Savannah Surfactants Ltd has a manufacturing capacity of 5,200 tonnes per annum of finished products. Vishal Sharma, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Godrej Industries (Chemicals), said, "In line with our strategy, the acquisition of this unit in the food ester and emulsifier business will help us to grow our speciality chemicals business. This ...

c launches ‘Food Rescue’ feature to cut down on food wastage: How does it work?

Packaged-food makers now targeting Ozempic users with new product line

While the food industry has never met a diet trend it didn't seek to capitalize on, GLP-1s at one point seemed to present an existential threat: the disappearance of cravings

BL Agro, Sweden-based DeLaval sign MoU for participation in dairy sector

BL Agro's arm B L Kamdhenu Farms Ltd, has signed an initial pact with Sweden-based DeLaval for a partnership in the dairy sector with an investment of around Rs 1,500 crore. On the second day of World Food India 2024, B L Kamdhenu Frams signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sweden-based DeLaval. The MoU was signed in the presence of HE Jan Thesleff, Ambassador of Sweden, who was the chief guest at the event. "The partnership focuses on promoting a zero-waste economy and long-term sustainability in cattle breeding and dairy technology, with an investment close to Rs 1,500 crore," a company statement said. The collaboration is designed to harness advanced technologies and farming solutions including milking essentials, farm management and cow comfort. By integrating all components of the milk value chainfrom feed requirements to waste managementthe initiative aims to create a circular economy, driving both economic growth and environmental sustainability. Navneet Ravikar,

Nadda calls for regulatory norms for lab-grown meat, plant-based proteins

Health Minister J P Nadda on Friday stressed the need for rigorous food safety standards and an adaptable regulatory framework to address innovative food trends such as plant-based proteins, insect proteins, and lab-grown meat. Speaking at the inaugural session of a two-day global food regulators summit in the national capital, Nadda emphasised the importance of widespread adoption of organic farming globally to mitigate the risks posed by pesticide residues in food. The minister expressed concern over recent reports revealing an "alarming presence of microplastics in humans" and highlighted India's efforts in developing eco-friendly packaging to reduce environmental impact. "The rapid globalisation, technological advancements and evolving consumer preferences are reshaping our food systems at an unprecedented pace. We face a complex area of challenge from persistent foodborne illness and emerging concerns such as nutraceutical safety, novel foods and microplastics in our food chain

Nestle to focus on food sales again after CEO's experimental bets

Companies like Nestle are grappling with sluggish demand, as inflation-squeezed shoppers tighten their belts

Bikaji Foods International acquires majority stake of 55% in Ariba Foods

Snacks manufacturer Bikaji Foods International on Friday said it has acquired majority stake in Ujjain-based Ariba Foods, which specialises in snacks and frozen foods. Bikaji Foods International has acquired a 55 per cent equity stake in the company totalling Rs 60.49 crore, which will help Bikaji to enhance its frozen food production capabilities and expand its market presence, according to a joint statement. "This strategic move not only strengthens our capacity for export growth but also supports our entry into the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) segment. By integrating Ariba's state-of-the-art production capabilities, we aim to enhance our frozen snacks and savouries manufacturing," Managing Director Deepak Agarwal said. In the last few years, consumption of frozen foods has increased and the sector has witnessed rapid growth driven by technological advancements. "With our advanced production facilities and export expertise, we are well-positioned to meet Bikaji's production ...

FSSAI launches project to tackle microplastic contamination in food

Food regulator FSSAI has launched a project to assess microplastic contamination in food products and develop methods for its detection. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has launched an innovative project to tackle the growing concern of microplastic contamination in food, recognising microplastic pollution as an emerging threat that requires immediate attention. According to an official statement, the project -- Micro-and Nano-Plastics as Emerging Food Contaminants: Establishing Validated Methodologies and Understanding the Prevalence in Different Food Matrices -- was started in March this year. The aim is to develop and validate analytical methods for detecting micro and nano-plastics in various food products, as well as assess their prevalence and exposure levels in India. "The primary objectives of the project include developing standard protocols for micro/nano-plastic analysis, conducting intra- and inter-laboratory comparisons, and generating critical

Worms on the menu? Olympic athletes in Paris cry foul over village food

Numerous athletes at Paris Olympics 2024 have raised issues about both the quality and quantity of food provided

Eco-friendly food menu at Paris Olympics leaves athletes hungry for non-veg

While Paris 2024 aims to halve meal carbon emissions by offering more vegetarian options, athletes demand more steak, eggs, and larger portions to replenish after intense competitions