NDRI hosts its first Dairy Festival on National Milk Day
On 26 November 2025, to mark National Milk Day — the birth anniversary of Verghese Kurien — NDRI at Karnal organised its first-ever “Dairy Festival-2025,” drawing strong public participation and wide interest. The festival was inaugurated by NDRI Director Dheer Singh, who lit the ceremonial lamp and toured exhibition stalls showcasing the institute’s latest research…
Mother Dairy MD Manish Bandlish resigns — tenure ends Nov 30
Manish Bandlish, Managing Director (MD) of Mother Dairy, has resigned from his position; his tenure will conclude on 30 November 2025. He took charge as MD in March 2021. According to the cooperative, Bandlish is stepping down “to pursue professional goals outside the company.” In its statement, Mother Dairy acknowledged his “valuable contributions” to the…
Reimagining India’s Dairy Ecosystem
India’s dairy sector is entering a decisive new phase where the focus is steadily shifting from volume-driven growth to a value-, consumer-, and sustainability-driven model. Over the past decade, India has already achieved significant production gains, with milk output rising from nearly 146.3 million tonnes in 2014–15 to 239.3 million tonnes in 2023–24—an impressive 63.6%…
Purabi Dairy’s Sweet Entry Boosts Assam Farmers
Purabi Mithai — the new traditional sweets range from Purabi Dairy — was officially launched by West Assam Milk Producers’ Cooperative Union Ltd (WAMUL) and will be marketed by Northeast Dairy and Foods Limited (NEDFL), a joint venture of Assam Government and NDDB. The move marks Purabi’s entry into the traditional Indian sweets market. Purabi…
Bihar aims to double milk output in 2 years, tackle stray cattle
The Bihar government has announced a bold plan to double milk production within the next two years, alongside a new drive to rehabilitate stray cattle by integrating them into productive dairy programs. Under the proposal, stray cows, buffaloes, and bulls roaming streets will be systematically sheltered — at the “pr block” level — and the…
Dairy Ingredients Company, Ace International Limited, raises 35 Mn USD
Ace International Limited has raised 35mn USD (~₹305 crore) to accelerate growth in its advanced nutrition and dairy ingredients business from the Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (“FMO”), responsAbility, Incofin, and Fiedlin Ventures. Inval Capital acted as the exclusive advisor to the transaction. This first institutional fundraise marks a significant milestone in ACE’s journey to redefine how India processes, delivers, and experiences nutrition….
How India’s Dairy Innovators Shape a Healthier Future
As India marks National Milk Day 2025 — commemorating the birth anniversary of Verghese Kurien, the architect of the “White Revolution” — the spotlight is on how modern dairy innovators are reshaping the sector for a healthier tomorrow. According to a recent report by News18, dairy firms and cooperatives across India are embracing new practices…
71% of Indians enjoy milk and milk products regularly
Celebrating National Milk Day, Godrej Jersey has released the ‘Godrej Jersey India’s Lactograph Findings FY25-26’ study highlighting some interesting insights about milk consumption pattern in India. YouGov, the research partner, conducted the research across 8 key Indian cities, the study reveals that 71% of Indians still enjoy milk and milk products regularly as part of their daily…
National Milk Day -Honouring Dr Verghese Kurien
Milk occupies a central place in India’s nutritional landscape, providing high-quality animal protein and essential nutrients such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and other micronutrients in easily absorbable forms. Often regarded as a near-complete food, milk supports growth, bone health, and vitality across all age groups. Introduction India has consistently retained its position as the world’s…
India’s Buffalo-Milk Mozzarella Exports Are Booming
India is rapidly scaling up its exports of mozzarella cheese, fueled primarily by buffalo milk, signaling a transformed dairy narrative for the country. According to recent data, export volumes of Indian-made mozzarella have more than doubled in just a few years. The growth is powered by a growing export base in Asia and the Middle…