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Wayanad: Congress General Secretary and Wayanad MP Smt. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday addressed a spirited public meeting in Padinjarathara, within the Kalpetta Legislative Assembly Constituency, calling upon the people of Kerala to reflect on a decade of Left Democratic Front (LDF) rule and vote for a better future under the United Democratic Front (UDF) in the assembly elections scheduled for April 9. Flanked by senior UDF leaders including Shri T.J. Isaac, Shri N.D. Appachan, Shri T. Muha ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 7 (PTI) Domestic revenue of Jubilant Foodworks Ltd (JFL), the country's leading QSR chain operator, was up 6.2 per cent to Rs 1,686 crore in March quarter of 2025-26 fiscal year. For the full fiscal, revenue was at Rs 6,887.8 crore, said the Bhartiya family-promoted firm, which has franchise rights for global QSR brand as Domino's, Popeyes. Consolidated revenue, which includes income from international operations, came in at Rs 2,505.8 crore in March quarter, up 19.1 per cent ye ...Read More >
Based on credible information, during the intervening night between March 2-3, the Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement conducted the raid in coordination with Gachibowli Police Station staff, on the pub in Kondapur, and seven people were apprehended, an official release said. A son of an IAS officer of Andhra Pradesh, software engineers and businessmen were among the seven people held for allegedly consuming narcotic drugs, official sources said. Acting on inputs that the pub was hosti ...Read More >
Mumbai: Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani was allegedly in contact with Sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, The New York Times has reported. The Indian businessman, however, knew Epstein as a 'White House insider' who offered advice 'as a friend', when the former's financial troubles began, it has been reported. Ambani apparently wanted to understand where India might fit into Donald Trump's national security strategy when the Republican leader took charge in his first term, exchanges released by ...Read More >
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Free Uber rides, halwa and rice flour at Re 1 may sound like promotional offers, but they are part of the Election Commission's (EC) efforts to encourage young voters to participate in Kerala's Assembly polls on 9 April. The aim is to make voting a celebration rather than a routine chore. To attract young electors to polling booths, the EC is also exploring discounts at coffee chains such as Starbucks and Cafe Coffee Day, positive messaging by food and grocery delivery servi ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The son of a senior IAS officer of Andhra Pradesh was among seven people held for alleged consumption of narcotic drugs after the Telangana's EAGLE Force raided a pub here, officials said on Friday, April 3. Based on credible information, during the intervening night between April 2-3, the Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) conducted the raid in coordination with Gachibowli Police Station staff, on the pub in Kondapur, and seven people were apprehended, an official r ...Read More >
NOIDA: Dunkin' is done in India. Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, the country's leading quick service restaurant operator, has decided not to renew its franchise agreement with the American coffee and doughnut chain, and will wind down its Indian stores in a phased manner before December 31, 2026, bringing a 15-year partnership to a quiet, loss-laden close. The decision, approved by JFL's board on March 30, 2026, ends a relationship that began with a Multiple Unit Development Franchise Agreement signed ...Read More >
The U.S. has reiterated that India maintains "high" import duties on a range of goods, including agricultural products, pharmaceuticals and alcoholic beverages, along with various non-tariff barriers. India has always maintained that its duties are in compliance with the rules of the World Trade Organisation (WTO). According to the U.S. Trade Representative's 2026 National Trade Estimate (NTE) Report on foreign trade barriers, released on March 31, given the large disparity between WTO bound a ...Read More >
New Delhi, [India] March 30 (ANI): With air travel in India witnessing sustained growth and major airports expanding capacity, premium airport infrastructure is evolving rapidly, with several high-end lounges either opening or being upgraded to enhance the passenger experience at key hubs such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. In line with this trend, American Express has announced the opening of a new Centurion Lounge at Terminal 1 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, aimed at o ...Read More >
New Delhi: The ongoing conflict in West Asia has coffee farmers leaving them grappling with an unexpected and severe crisis. Coffee exports have been disrupted by logistical challenges and trade uncertainties, triggering a sharp decline in prices. The Robusta cherry variety, which earlier ranged between Rs 260 and Rs 280 per kilogram, is now fluctuating between Rs 180 and Rs 205, dealing a significant blow to farmers' incomes. Left in the lurch, the farmers are now urging the government to int ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 1: Oracle began a round of layoffs on March 31, affecting thousands of employees globally as the company restructures to support its heavy investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Among those let go was Dan Williams, who had spent 25 years at the software giant. In a LinkedIn post published shortly after receiving his termination email, Williams described the sudden news and offered a message of resilience to fellow colleagues facing the same situation. Williams, who ...Read More >
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu inaugurated six passenger-focused initiatives at Jammu and Srinagar airports, including Digi Yatra and the Udan Yatri Cafe. The upgrades also include a Flybrary book-sharing point, AVSAR retail spaces for local artisans, a children's play area, and free high-speed Wi-Fi to improve convenience and affordability. Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Sunday launched six passenger-focused measures at Jammu and Srinagar ai ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep grief over the demise of former Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi, calling it an "irreparable loss" for both Suriname and the global Indian diaspora. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden demise of my friend and the former President of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi Ji. This is not only an irreparable loss to Suriname but also to the global Indian diaspora." ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], March 31 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed deep grief over the demise of former Suriname President Chandrikapersad Santokhi, calling it an "irreparable loss" for both Suriname and the global Indian diaspora. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Deeply shocked and saddened by the sudden demise of my friend and the former President of Suriname, Chandrikapersad Santokhi Ji. This is not only an irreparable loss to Suriname but also to the global Indian diaspora." ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited (JFL) has announced its decision not to renew its master franchise agreement for the Dunkin' brand in India, marking the end of a 15-year partnership. In a regulatory filing, the company stated that the Multiple Unit Development Franchise Agreement (MUDFA), originally signed in February 2011, will officially expire on December 31, 2026. The move signals a strategic shift for India's largest food service company as it moves to restructure its diverse b ...Read More >
New Delhi, Mar 31 (PTI) Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd, the country's leading quick service restaurant chain operator, has decided not to renew its franchise agreement with Dunkin' and close down stores of the American multinational coffee and doughnut company in a phased manner. The Multiple Unit Development Franchise Agreement dated February 24, 2011 (MUDFA) between JFL and Dunkin' is coming to an end on December 31, 2026, according to a regulatory filing by the Bharatia family-promoted entity. The ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has decided not to renew its franchise agreement for Dunkin' in India, marking the end of a 15-year run for the American coffee and baked goods chain in the country under its stewardship. The decision was approved by the company's board at a meeting held on Monday and formally disclosed to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The current development agreement, signed in February 2011, is set to expire on December 31, 2026. Rather than ...Read More >
Addressing a press conference, Cheema said 882 establishments in urban centres like Mohali, Jalandhar, and Ludhiana are being investigated, with ₹2.02 crore recovered so far. The minister said that these outlets were identified through a state-wide data-driven enforcement exercise. "With the inclusion of data for the financial years 2023-24 and 2024-25, the total magnitude of evasion is likely to reach approximately ₹500 crore," he said. In the preliminary inquiry, 239 cases have been exami ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd (JFL), India's largest foods services player, on Monday said it will not renew its franchise agreement to operate US coffee-and-donut chain Dunkin' in India, ending a 15-year franchise deal amid recurring losses and weak growth. The existing agreement ends on December 31, 2026, JFL said in a stock exchange filing. The company will evaluate options for the stores including sale and transfer of franchise rights in consultation with Dunkin', it added. The JFL boa ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Punjab finance minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Monday claimed to have revealed a Rs 200-crore turnover evasion racket in Punjab's hospitality sector, claiming that it exposed "deep-rooted and systemic" under-reporting across dhabas, eateries, restaurants, and fast-food outlets.Addressing a press conference, Cheema said, "Dhabas account for approximately Rs 10 crore of the suppression, followed by small eateries, coffee, and chai bars at Rs 8 crore, and pizza and fast-food outlets exc ...Read More >
MUMBAI: When the doughnuts stop turning and the coffee goes cold, even a global giant like Dunkin' can find the Indian market a tough brew to crack. Jubilant Foodworks has decided not to renew its franchise agreement with Dunkin' when the pact expires on 31 December 2026, according to a Reuters report. The operator, best known for running Domino's outlets in India, said it would evaluate options for its existing Dunkin' stores, including a potential sale or transfer of franchise rights, in consu ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Mar 30 (PTI) Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema on Monday said the state government has detected tax evasion worth about Rs 200 crore in the state's hospitality sector, with the total amount likely to rise to nearly Rs 500 crore as the investigation is expanded. Addressing a press conference here, Cheema said a total of 882 establishments, including dhabas, restaurants, eateries, bakeries, sweet shops, and catering services, have been brought under the scanner as part of a ...Read More >
US President Donald Trump has reduced import duties on nearly 200 agricultural and food products, benefiting Indian suppliers of spices, tea, and processed foods. This move aims to address domestic pressure over rising prices, with India's exports of spices and processed foods expected to see significant gains. Indian suppliers of spices, tea and several processed foods are set to benefit after US President Donald Trump reduced import duties on close to 200 agricultural and food products, repor ...Read More >
NEW DELHI - Indian agricultural exporters are among the winners from U.S. President Donald Trump's exemption of dozens of food items from his reciprocal tariffs regime, which some analysts say could help to revive lost demand. Trump on Friday removed tariffs he had imposed on more than 200 food products, including beef, as consumer concerns mount over rising U.S. grocery prices. Unlike EU and Vietnamese suppliers facing 15-20% duties, Indian exporters of tea, coffee, spices and cashew nuts wer ...Read More >
Indian agricultural exporters gain from U.S. President Trump's exemption of dozens of food items from tariffs. This move could revive lost demand, benefiting exports of tea, coffee, spices, and cashew nuts. The tariff relief signals progress in U.S.-India trade talks, although competition and costs pose challenges. Indian agricultural exporters stand to benefit significantly following U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to lift tariffs on numerous food items, a move seen as a lifeline to rev ...Read More >
New Delhi, Nov 3 (PTI) Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) on Monday reported a 10.7 per cent increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 406.51 crore in the second quarter ended September 2025, led by India business. The company had posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 367.21 crore in the July-September quarter a year ago, according to a regulatory filing from TCPL, the Tata group's FMCG arm. Its revenue from operations rose by 17.83 per cent to Rs 4,965.9 crore in the September quarter of FY'2 ...Read More >
Surging coffee prices -- up over 25% since Donald Trump took office -- have emerged as an acute pain point in American grocery baskets and have now gained the president's attention. "We want to get coffee down a little bit," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Monday after a weekend trip to Malaysia saw caffeine on the agenda. First, the president sat down with Brazil (the world's top coffee producer) while attending a summit there and told President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva that "we ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 127th edition of 'Mann Ki Baat', spoke about India-made coffee, in various parts of the country and praised its growing appeal and popularity on the international stage. Addressing the nation in his monthly radio broadcast, he named some prime coffee cultivating regions including Odisha's Koraput, Karnataka's Chikmagalur, Coorg, and Hassan, Tamil Nadu's Pulney, Shevaroy, Nilgiri and Annamalai, Kerala's Wayanad, Travancore and Malabar and praised t ...Read More >
Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar demanded swift punishment for the man who harassed the players. "You lock him up and throw the keys away. That's the only way such criminals should be treated," he told India Today TV channel. But Vijayvargiya, who looks after urban development and housing and parliamentary affairs in the state's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government, seemed to put some of the onus on the players themselves to ensure they remained safe. "Whenever a player steps out, just like wh ...Read More >
New Delhi: When Ramkesh Meena (32) and Amrita Chauhan (21) met for a job interview at a Noida firm this May, little did they know their lives would be sucked into the vortex of a tornado of events well beyond their control. The chemistry between them was instant, and a quick chat led to a coffee date nearby. Before parting ways, the two exchanged numbers and promised to stay in touch. By August, their whirlwind romance culminated in the couple moving in together to a flat in Delhi. Their relatio ...Read More >
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