WPI Inflation Rises to 9.92% in August on Food, Fuel Prices
New Delhi: India’s wholesale price-based inflation rose to 9.92% in August 2026, up from 9.78% in July, as higher prices of food, fuel and manufactured products intensified cost pressures across the economy. The figures were released by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on September 14. Food inflation, measured through the WPI Food Index, increased…
Amul Dairy’s Turnover Crosses ₹15,114 Crore
Amul Dairy achieved a major financial milestone in 2025–26, with its turnover surpassing ₹15,114 crore. The performance highlights the cooperative’s continued growth and strong position in India’s dairy industry. The rise in turnover reflects sustained demand for Amul’s wide range of dairy products, supported by its extensive procurement, processing and distribution network. The cooperative’s performance…
Amul Named World’s Strongest Dairy Brand
India’s dairy cooperative giant Amul has been ranked the World’s Strongest Dairy Brand in the latest Brand Finance Food & Drink 2026 study, marking another major global recognition for India’s cooperative dairy model. According to the report, Amul’s brand value increased 22% to USD 5 billion, while its Brand Strength Index (BSI) score reached 93.0…
SC Questions Delay in Warning Labels for Packaged Foods
The Supreme Court has sharply questioned the FSSAI over the delay in introducing warning labels for packaged foods high in sugar, salt and saturated fat, stressing that consumers—particularly children—should have clear nutritional information before making purchasing decisions. The bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and KV Viswanathan was hearing a plea seeking front-of-pack warning labels to…
Parag Milk Foods Bets ₹105 Crore on Cheese Growth
Parag Milk Foods has approved an investment of ₹105 crore to double its cheese manufacturing capacity from 60 metric tonnes per day (MT/day) to 120 MT/day, with the expansion expected to be completed by FY28. The investment will be funded through a mix of internal accruals and debt and is aimed at meeting rising demand…
Nestlé India Q1 Profit Jumps 48% on Strong Growth
Nestlé India reported a 48% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first quarter of FY2026-27, driven by strong volume-led growth across its product portfolio despite a challenging consumption environment. The company posted a net profit of ₹1,028 crore, compared with ₹694 crore in the corresponding quarter last year, while revenue from operations rose 8.5%…
PMFME Scheme Crosses 2 Lakh Enterprise Milestone
India’s Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme has crossed a major milestone, with more than 2 lakh micro food processing enterprises receiving credit-linked subsidies since the scheme’s launch in 2020, Union Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan announced. The supported enterprises have collectively mobilised over ₹20,300 crore in project investments, while…
Atelier Expressions Acquires Majority Stake in Khoya
Atelier Expressions, the premium lifestyle platform of TVS VENU, has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Lonestar Hospitality Private Limited, the New Delhi-based company behind the luxury handcrafted mithai brand Khoya, marking its expansion into India’s premium food and lifestyle segment. Subject to customary closing conditions, the transaction is expected to…
Nestlé India Bets Big on Rural Growth
Nestlé India sees rural and semi-urban markets as its biggest long-term growth opportunity, with Chairman and Managing Director Manish Tiwary stating that rising aspirations and deeper household penetration will drive the next phase of consumption growth. The company is strengthening its presence through wider distribution, digital investments and manufacturing expansion while focusing on volume-led growth…
Karnataka HC Backs Probe Into Doctor’s Viral Food Reel
The Karnataka High Court has permitted an investigation into a doctor who posted a viral social media reel alleging the presence of harmful substances in food products, observing that public communication by professionals must be responsible and supported by evidence. During the hearing, the Court remarked that individuals cannot “generate panic like this” through social…