Japanese beverage giant Asahi Group Holdings has announced its foray into India’s fast-growing non-alcoholic and non-carbonated drinks market through a franchise partnership with Varun Beverages. Under the agreement, Asahi will introduce its flagship CALPIS brand…
Pizza Hut is entering a new chapter after parent company Yum Brands agreed to sell the iconic pizza chain in a deal valued at $2.7 billion. The transaction will split Pizza Hut’s operations between two…
The global chocolate industry may be entering a new chapter as Nestlé has partnered with Planet A Foods to introduce cocoa-free chocolate products in Germany. The products will use “ChoViva,” a cocoa alternative made from…
West Bengal could soon witness one of the largest investments in its dairy sector as dairy giant Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), the owner of Amul, is reportedly in advanced discussions to invest nearly…
Global food and beverage giant PepsiCo has announced plans to invest nearly ₹5,700 crore in India by 2030 as part of its long-term expansion strategy in one of its fastest-growing markets. The investment will focus…
A state-of-the-art honey testing laboratory has been inaugurated at the food technology department of Rajiv Gandhi University under a major initiative aimed at strengthening scientific beekeeping and honey quality infrastructure in Arunachal Pradesh. The project…
A significant milestone for the dairy and food retail sector was marked in Ladakh as Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd. (MDFVPL) and the Ladakh Milk Federation exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in…
In one of the biggest food industry deals in recent times, McCormick & Company is set to buy the food business of Unilever for nearly $45 billion. Simply put — the company known for spices…
Global food major Cargill is sharpening its focus on high-growth segments such as chocolate confectionery, bakery, snacks, and nutrition to accelerate its expansion in India. The company aims to grow faster than the overall food…
In a strategic move to expand its footprint in the fast-growing functional nutrition segment, Danone has announced the acquisition of Huel, a leading player in nutritionally complete meal solutions. This acquisition aligns with Danone’s “Renew…
In a strategic shift beyond carbonated beverages, Varun Beverages Limited (VBL) has announced the acquisition of a 100% stake in Crickley Dairy in South Africa for ₹131.47 crore. This move marks VBL’s first-ever entry into…
In a significant development in the global food industry, Unilever and Kraft Heinz recently explored a potential merger of select food business segments, according to a report by the Financial Times. However, discussions have now…
Heritage Foods has inaugurated a new greenfield ice cream manufacturing facility at Shamirpet near Hyderabad, Telangana, marking a significant step in strengthening its value-added dairy portfolio. The new plant is designed to support the company’s…
Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has partnered with Finnish confectionery company Fazer to bring premium chocolates to the Indian market. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to produce, market, and distribute Fazer’s…
Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health has inaugurated a state-of-the-art dairy feed manufacturing plant at Wazirabad in Punjab, marking a significant expansion of its footprint in India’s dairy sector. Built with an investment of ₹300 crore,…
In a significant move for India’s expanding frozen food industry, McCain Foods and Cargill have deepened their long-standing collaboration to advance sustainability, innovation and responsible sourcing. The strengthened partnership aims to support the rapid growth…
In a significant step towards strengthening global food security, the Food Corporation of India (FCI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Food Programme (WFP) to support international humanitarian efforts aimed at…
Indian FMCG major Marico has announced that it will acquire a 60% stake in Cosmix Wellness at an equity valuation of ₹375 crore, strengthening its presence in the fast-growing wellness and plant-based nutrition market. The…
General Mills India has officially inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Nashik, marking a major expansion of its operations in India and reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country’s growing bakery sector. The company…
In a major move that underscores India’s accelerating shift toward healthier eating habits, Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL)—the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries—has announced the acquisition of Southern Health Foods Pvt. Ltd., the parent company…
Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd has announced plans to invest Rs 1,130 crore in setting up a large milk processing and dairy products manufacturing facility in the state of Maharashtra as part of its next…
In a strategic reshuffle, PVR INOX Ltd has sold its entire stake in premium snacking brand 4700BC to FMCG major Marico Ltd for ₹226.8 crore in an all-cash transaction. The deal involves Marico acquiring 93.27%…
Coca-Cola is preparing to take its Indian bottling subsidiary, Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB), public with a massive $1 billion IPO, according to reports by The Economic Times. The company has already hired top investment bankers…
In a major development for India’s ready-to-cook food sector, iD Fresh Food has received a strategic investment from London-based private equity giant Apax Partners, which will acquire a significant minority stake in the Bengaluru-headquartered brand….
The Indian Poultry Alliance (IPA), a subsidiary of the Allana Group, has announced a major investment of ₹300 crore in Bihar to develop a large-scale, fully integrated poultry project. The initiative aims to significantly strengthen…
In a major push to modernise the dairy sector, the West Bengal government has inaugurated a high-capacity milk processing plant in Nadia, aimed at boosting rural incomes and strengthening the state’s dairy value chain. The…
Varun Beverages Ltd, PepsiCo’s largest franchise bottler, has announced the complete acquisition of South Africa–based beverage company Twizza. The acquisition will be carried out through Varun Beverages’ local subsidiary, The Beverages Company Proprietary Limited, also…
Reliance Consumer Products Ltd (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries, has acquired a majority stake in Udhaiyams Agro Foods Pvt. Ltd, a well-known Tamil Nadu-based nutrition and staples brand. The acquisition was announced on…
Hyderabad has emerged as Novartis’ largest global research and corporate hub outside Switzerland, marking a major milestone in India’s growing role in global pharmaceutical innovation. The facility now employs over 9,000 experts, accounting for nearly…
Mars has officially completed its acquisition of Kellanova, bringing together two iconic businesses and marking a major milestone in the global snacking industry. The move significantly strengthens Mars Snacking, positioning it as one of the…
Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has officially entered India’s growing petcare market with the launch of its new pet food brand, Waggies. The announcement was made on November 19, marking another expansion move by the…