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The incident took place on Monday afternoon, police said. ShowQuick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed * An eight-year-old boy died after being crushed by a school van in Gurugram * The boy, Shivansh Tripathi, was a Class 1 student at a private school * The incident occurred when the driver reversed the van and hit Shivansh Did our AI summary help? Let us know. Switch To Beeps Mode Gurugram: An eight-year-old boy, who was critically injured after being crushed by a school ...Read More >
Mumbai: India's snack makers are struggling to cut sugar. Low- or reduced-sugar products made up just 0.9% of launches in chocolates, confectionery, biscuits and snack bars last fiscal year ended March 31. While that is up from 0.1% in 2022, the share has stagnated over the past two years and even slipped from 1.1% in 2024, according to latest data from UK research firm Mintel shared with ET. Also Read | Parle continues to be India's top FMCG brand at home, 13th time in a row: Report But tha ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: The Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) of the customs department intercepted two persons at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (SVPI) Airport with 2.2kg of hydroponic marijuana (cannabis). This is the ninth such incident recorded at Gujarat airports (Ahmedabad and Surat) since the start of the year.According to the customs department release, acting on specific intelligence received from the DRI, officers of AIU Ahmedabad intercepted two Indian nationals arriving in Ahmedabad from Ba ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): A large-scale chocolate theft in Europe recently has taken an unexpected digital turn on Wednesday, with the popular confectionery brand unveiling a "Stolen KitKat Tracker" on Wednesday, that allows customers to check whether their chocolate bar is part of the "missing batch." The update comes days after the company confirmed that a large consignment (12 tonnes) of its products had gone missing during transit. The unusual incident, already drawing global atten ...Read More >
Image credit : ChatGPT AI Image | Why Kerala's Take on the KitKat Heist Is a Lesson in Modern Marketing What started as a bizarre chocolate theft in Europe somehow turned into global content gold, and India didn't just watch; it jumped right in. When thousands of KitKat bars mysteriously disappeared mid-transit, the internet did what it does best: turned it into a meme. But what's the real plot twist? Brands weren't just reacting; they were competing to be the funniest. And Kerala tourism? It ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: More than 400,000 KitKat chocolate bars, weighing around 12 tonnes, have been stolen from a delivery truck during transit across Europe, manufacturer Nestlé confirmed. The shipment, consisting of 4,13,793 bars, went missing while being transported from a factory in central Italy to Poland. The vehicle and its cargo remain unaccounted for, with investigations ongoing in coordination with local authorities and supply chain partners. The company has stated that each stolen bar is ...Read More >
MUMBAI: When your ice cream business gets a fresh scoop of leadership, things are bound to get even cooler and Kwality Wall's has just done exactly that. Kwality Wall's (India) Limited (KWIL), now part of The Magnum Ice Cream Company (TMICC), has announced the appointment of Abhijit Bhattacharya and Tahir Toloy Tanridagli to its Board of Directors. The appointments, effective 30 March, follow TMICC HoldCo's acquisition of a controlling 61.90 per cent stake in KWIL. Mr Abhijit Bhattacharya has b ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram: An unlikely conversation between a massive chocolate heist and a legendary Kerala Tourism post has set the internet ablaze. While European authorities are struggling to locate a missing truck carrying over 400,000 KitKat bars, weighing a staggering 12 tonnes, Kerala Tourism has decided to offer the world a "savoury break" from the bad news by visiting Kerala's hill stations and beaches. In a move that has gone viral across X and Instagram, Kerala Tourism took a light-hearte ...Read More >
Mumbai : This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Apollo Cancer Centres (ACCs) has launched a unique initiative that blends indulgence with awareness through 'Check-Olate', a sweet treat that carries an even sweeter reminder: take a moment for yourself. According to GLOBOCAN, breast cancer remains the leading cause of cancer incidence and mortality among Indian women, accounting for 13.5% of all new cancer cases and 10.6% of total cancer deaths. Despite this growing burden, screening rates remain al ...Read More >
Five companies, including Milky Mist Dairy Food and Curefoods India, have received Sebi's approval for their IPOs, signaling a robust primary market. These firms aim to raise substantial funds for expansion, debt repayment, and modernization. The approvals come as the Indian market sees a surge in IPO activity. New Delhi, As many as five firms, including dairy products maker Milky Mist Dairy Food, cloud kitchens operator Curefoods India, have secured Sebi's approval to raise funds through initi ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Some sell products and some sell dreams. Septuagenarian adman Piyush Pandey, who passed away in the early hours of Friday after battling multiple health complications for over a year (according to his close family friends), was the latter. He was that rare breed who turned advertising into a living conversation between a country and her people. Long before India became a marketer's delight, he had already found the music in her markets, her laughter and her small imperfections. He taught ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Despite the high prevalence of diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs), 69% households in Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh have members addicted to sugar or sugary products, a national survey has found.The survey, which collected responses from 8,950 residents across the three northern states, revealed an alarming level of sugar dependence among households in a region already struggling with rising cases of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, particularly Punjab, wh ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], October 18: Diwali, the festival of lights, is not just about diyas and sweets -- it's about celebrating togetherness, love, and gratitude. Every year, we look for the perfect gift that reflects our emotions and strengthens our bonds with family and friends. While traditional sweets and dry fruits remain evergreen choices, unique and thoughtful gifts can make your loved ones feel extra special. From eco-friendly hampers to personalized keepsakes and modern tech surprises ...Read More >
Kolkata: The pollution watchdog may have raised the permissible noise limit for crackers from the earlier 90 decibels (dB) to 125 dB but retailers believe the leeway will not lead to a switch from display fireworks to sound crackers owing to the change in revellers' preference over the past three decades.Until 1997, the noise limit for firecrackers across the country was set at 125 dB. But that year, the Calcutta High Court reduced the maximum permissible noise limit for crackers to 90 dB, disqu ...Read More >
CHENNAI: Customs officials seized hydroponic ganja worth 9.5 crores in the Chennai airport and arrested three passengers in two seperate incidents on Thursday. The customs received a tip-off that ganja is being smuggled into the country from Thailand at midnight. Following that, the officers were monitoring the passengers closely and, on suspicion, intercepted a male passenger, native of a north Indian state, who had visited Thailand on a tourist visa. The officers found the passenger was evasi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Sept 30 (Reuters) - India's trade pact with four European nations, including Switzerland and Norway, will take effect from Wednesday, boosting exports of textiles, leather and food products while attracting investments, a government statement said. Under the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement, opens new tab, signed last March after nearly 16 years of negotiations, the European Free Trade Association - comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein - will cut tariffs ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 29: This Diwali, OyeGifts, a leading name in the gifting industry, brings to you exceptional express Diwali hampers that are truly a celebration of tradition and that of thoughtful gifting. The inclusion of fresh flowers amidst gifts for the season of lights, is a careful blend of convention with that of modern elegance for the matter. The brand's new collection of Gift Hampers for the upcoming festival is to present an assortment of traditional sweets, colourful flo ...Read More >
Lucknow: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and former minister Gayatri Prajapati was attacked by a fellow inmate inside Lucknow Jail on Tuesday. The scuffle took place within the jail premises, after which prison authorities launched an internal inquiry. According to a statement issued by Dr Ramdhani, DIG Prisons, Lucknow Range, the incident occurred after Prajapati allegedly used abusive language towards another inmate, Vishwas Rajput. In response, Vishwas attacked Prajapati using a sharp object i ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI) The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA came into force on Wednesday, under which the country has received an investment commitment of USD 100 billion over 15 years, while lowering or removing duties on products like Swiss watches and chocolates. The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. It was signed on March 10, 2024. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the ...Read More >
A Bollywood supporting actor was apprehended at Chennai Airport with 3.5kg of cocaine, valued at Rs 35 crore, in a joint operation by Customs and DRI. The actor, arriving from Singapore, claimed he received the drugs in Cambodia. This incident is part of recent significant cocaine seizures, raising concerns about organised crime in the entertainment industry. In a major drug bust, a Bollywood supporting actor was apprehended at Chennai Airport with 3.5kg of cocaine, estimated to be worth around ...Read More >
Chennai, October 1: In a major anti-drug operation, Chennai Customs and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) detained a Bollywood supporting actor with 3.5 kg of cocaine, valued at nearly INR 35 crore in the international market. The actor, who has played minor roles in films such as Student of the Year, was intercepted by the Air Intelligence Unit upon arrival from Singapore in the early hours of Sunday. Acting on specific intelligence, customs officials examined his checked-in trolle ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) As the free trade agreement between India and four European nations EFTA will come into effect from Wednesday, several Swiss products like wines, chocolates, apparel, and watches will become cheaper in the domestic market. On the other hand, Indian labour-intensive sectors, such as certain agri goods like tea and coffee, fruits, processed, textiles, marine products, leather, sports goods, toys, and gems and jewellery, will get greater market access in the member countrie ...Read More >
New Delhi: The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will come into force from Wednesday under which New Delhi has received an investment commitment of $100 billion in 15 years from the grouping while allowing several products such as Swiss watches, chocolates and cut and polished diamonds at lower or zero duties. The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. It was signed March 10, 2024. Domestic cust ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will come into force from Wednesday under which New Delhi has received an investment commitment of USD 100 billion in 15 years from the grouping while allowing several products such as Swiss watches, chocolates and cut and polished diamonds at lower or zero duties. The European Free Trade Association (EFTA) members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. It was signed on March 10, ...Read More >
New Delhi: In good news for consumers, milk has become cheaper by Rs 2/litre as Mother Dairy announced slashing of prices. This comes close on the heels of next-generation reforms in the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The reduced prices will come into effect in a week's time from now, preferably September 22, by when the new GST slabs will apply on products. Besides milk, the reduction in prices is set to apply to a range of dairy products including cottage cheese, butter, cheese and ice-creams ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) In good news for consumers, milk has become cheaper by Rs 2/litre as Mother Dairy announced slashing of prices. This comes close on the heels of next-generation reforms in the Goods and Services Tax (GST). The reduced prices will come into effect in a week's time from now, preferably September 22, by when the new GST slabs will apply on products. Besides milk, the reduction in prices is set to apply to a range of dairy products including cottage cheese, butte ...Read More >
Coffee Island Makes a Bold Entry into Maharashtra with Dual Launch at Pune Coffee Island, Amanora Mall 5 min read Last Updated : Sep 12 2025 | 4:15 PM IST PRNewswire Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 12: Coffee Island, in partnership with Vita Nova, announces its entry into Maharashtra with the launch of two cafes in Pune, at Amanora Mall and Tribeca Highstreet. With this milestone, the brand strengthens its presence in India and brings its distinctive European Coffee Culture experience ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) The fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector stands at the cusp of a structural reset as the GST Council has rolled out GST 2.0, with the reform simplifying the existing four-tier structure into two slabs - 5 per cent and 18 per cent - with a 40 per cent rate reserved for sin and luxury goods, a report said on Friday. "For FMCG companies, the reform is set to unlock volume growth, strengthen rural penetration, and enhance profitability -- reshaping the sector's ...Read More >
India and the EFTA countries free trade agreement will be implemented from October 1. The agreement aims to boost trade and investment between India and Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. EFTA has committed to invest USD 100 billion in India, creating one million direct jobs. India will lower or eliminate duties on some EFTA products. The free trade agreement between India and the four-nation European bloc EFTA will be implemented from October 1, Commerce and Industry Minister Piy ...Read More >
Mumbai, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday that the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) will officially come into effect on October 1, that would facilitate the creation of 1 million direct jobs in India. EFTA comprises Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. The landmark pact, signed on March 10, 2024, is likely to unlock huge foreign direct investment (FDI) and deepen ...Read More >
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