CBI Chargesheet Clears Animal Fat Allegation in Tirupati Laddu Ghee
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has submitted its final chargesheet in the high-profile Tirupati laddu ghee case, ruling out the use of animal fats such as beef tallow or lard in the ghee used for preparing the sacred prasadam served at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD). Contrary to earlier political claims, laboratory analyses found…
IPL Diversifies into Dairy Feed, Sugar & Rural Warehousing
IPL Ltd is expanding beyond its traditional fertiliser and agri-inputs business into dairy cattle feed, sugar manufacturing, and rural warehousing logistics, CEO Parvinder Singh Gahlaut said in a recent interview. The diversification lays the groundwork for deeper engagement with rural economies and farmer value chains. According to Gahlaut, the company is leveraging its agri distribution…
Tata Consumer–Danone India Deal Talks Stall Over Strategy
Negotiations between Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) and Danone India over a proposed acquisition have stalled, as the two sides were unable to align on strategic priorities and valuation, delaying what was expected to be a major deal in India’s nutrition and wellness segment. Danone had reportedly valued its India portfolio — including nutraceuticals and…
Proposed Ban on Ultra-Processed Food Ads (6 AM–11 PM)
India’s Economic Survey 2025–26, tabled in Parliament, has highlighted a sharp rise in consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) — high in fats, salts and sugars — and their link to rising obesity and non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and hypertension across urban and rural populations. To counter this public health threat, the Survey…
India–EU FTA Sealed, Dairy Sector Kept Out
Historic Milestone Announced at the 16th India–EU Summit by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and European Commission President H.E. Ms. Ursula von der Leyen India Safeguards sensitive Agricultural products and Dairy Sector: no market access. India, 4th largest economy, and the European Union, 2nd largest economy, comprising 25% of Global GDP, Forge a Trusted…
Indian Dairy’s White Revolution Faces Climate & Animal Scrutiny
India’s celebrated White Revolution — which transformed the nation into the world’s largest milk producer and lifted millions out of rural poverty — is increasingly being re-evaluated in light of environmental, animal welfare and climate impacts associated with rapid dairy growth. The movement, led by Verghese Kurien’s Operation Flood, dramatically increased milk output and cooperative…
Heritage Foods Q3 FY26: Growth Amid Milk Supply Crunch
Heritage Foods Limited today announced resilient Q3 FY26 results (ended Dec 31, 2025), crossing ₹11,000 Mn revenue for the third straight quarter amid supply tightness. Key Highlights: Revenue: ₹11,192 Mn (+8% YoY); VAP revenue +13.8% to ₹3,271 Mn (38.4% mix), consumer VAP (incl. ghee/butter) +22.6%. Milk sales volumes +2.1% YoY to 11.94 LLPD; realizations +4.9% to ₹57.31/L. EBITDA ₹629…
Milkfood Ltd Asset Sale Boosts Growth & Strengthens Finances
Milkfood Ltd has monetised its Moradabad dairy plant in Uttar Pradesh for ₹130 crore, driving a strategic balance sheet reset and laying the foundation for accelerated growth in high-margin dairy segments. The transaction delivered a net cash inflow of ₹116.11 crore after taxes, including a significant ₹78.04 crore profit on land and gains on buildings,…
Illegal Oxytocin Seized in Telangana Dairy Probe
Telangana’s Drugs Control Administration (DCA), acting with the Adilabad Police, has seized 109 unlabelled 200 ml bottles purported to be oxytocin injections from an individual in Adilabad district — suspected to be illegally stocked for misuse in dairy cattle to artificially boost milk let-down. The operation, conducted on January 22, 2026, uncovered the unlabelled injections…
Dairy leaders Rama Reddy and Dr. Punniyamurthy Wins Padma Shri
NDDB extends heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Punniyamurthy Natesan, a pioneer in Ethno-Veterinary Medicine (EVM) and a valued advisor to NDDB, on being honoured with the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards. This prestigious recognition celebrates Dr. Punniyamurthy’s transformative contributions to EVM, his advocacy of sustainable & antibiotic-free livestock health practices, and his lifelong…