Krispy Kreme Offloads Final Insomnia Cookies Stake for $75 Mn, Aims to Cut Debt
The company’s exit from Insomnia Cookies is aligned with its broader financial strategy of improving margins and reducing leverage.
Tata-Backed BigBasket to Compete with Swiggy and Zepto in Quick Food Delivery Segment
This expansion represents a strategic push by BigBasket into hospitality-oriented quick service, leveraging its infrastructure to compete in India…
Curefoods’ Subsidiary Millet Express Enters Master Franchise Agreement with EAT360
The partnership outlines a clear rollout plan, targeting the launch of 20 outlets within the first year. Each location will adhere to uniform store…
ixigo’s Food Delivery on Trains Hits 2 Mn Meals Milestone Across 200 Stations
The costliest single order placed amounted to Rs 9,082 at Ahmedabad Junction on the Shri Ganganagar Humsafar Express.
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Zomato Restructures Gold Perks Amid Slow Food Delivery Growth
Beginning May 16, Gold members will be subject to the same surge rain fee as regular users, a charge aimed at ensuring fair compensation for delivery…
NRAI Confirms Continued Engagement with ONDC Amid Media Speculation
The clarification follows speculation that NRAI may have withdrawn from its engagement with ONDC. Both parties, however, stated that these reports…
Zomato Ends 15-Minute Food Delivery on Main App, Shifts Focus to Blinkit
Zomato Instant was followed by Zomato Everyday, offering homestyle meals with short delivery times, but that too has since been removed from the app.
Zomato CEO Rakesh Ranjan Steps Down as Food Delivery Sector Slows
The latest leadership transition reflects Zomato’s strategic approach to navigating a maturing and increasingly challenging food delivery landscape,…
Over 21,000 Consumer Grievances Filed Against Online Food Delivery Apps in Five Years
The number of grievances has risen steadily, with 7,482 cases registered in 2024-25, compared to 4,708 in 2023-24, 4,321 in 2022-23, 3,726 in 2021-22…
Cafe Coffee Day Reopens at Mumbai’s Capitol Building
This café continues to serve tourists and visitors with coffee sourced primarily from CCD’s own estates.
McDonald's Forms Restaurant Experience Team to Strengthen Operations
This initiative integrates multiple functions, including Operations, Supply Chain, Franchising, Development, Restaurant Design, Delivery, and Speedee…
Starbucks Restructures Corporate Operations with 1,100 Job Cuts
The company will notify affected employees, according to a letter Niccol shared with staff. In addition to the layoffs, Starbucks is eliminating…
AB InBev India Strengthens Barley Supply Chain with SmartBarley Program
The initiative will provide vision screenings for 400 farmers, along with eyeglasses and referrals for specialized care where necessary.
Swiggy Reports Increased Losses in Q3 Amid Quick-Commerce Investments
The company attributed its financial performance to investments in quick-commerce, including dark store expansions and marketing.  
Swiggy Announces $65 Mn Esop Buyback to Reward Employee Ownership
This buyback underscores Swiggy's ongoing efforts to incentivize and retain talent through ownership opportunities, reinforcing its commitment to fostering a culture of mutual success and engagement.
McDonald's Korea Enhances Accessibility with Voice-Guided Kiosks
These self-service kiosks can connect to earphones, allowing visitors to select their food even in noisy environments. The voice guidance provides information on food names, prices, and calorie content.
McDonald's Ends AI-Driven Automated Order Taking
AI ordering technology is currently implemented in over 100 McDonald's drive-thrus.
Zomato's Heatwave Advisory Sparks Debate
Zomato's advisory, while well-intentioned, highlights the need for more robust measures to protect delivery staff during adverse weather conditions.
Ochre Spirits Disrupts India's Craft Spirits Market with Bold Flavors and Ambitious Growth Plans
Their collection, featuring sophisticated and unexpected notes, aims to set new benchmarks in the alcoholic beverages industry.
Jubilant FoodWorks Secures Solid Growth with Strategic Acquisitions
Internationally, Revenue from Operations was Rs 2,427 million, driven primarily by a two-month revenue contribution of Rs 2,174 million from Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Georgia.
Swiggy Launches Health Initiatives for Delivery Partners
In collaboration with Dial 4242 and the Reliance-powered Visit app, Swiggy has launched Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) and Teleconsultation Services as part of its 'Delivering Safely' charter.
Celebrate Grandma with McDonald’s New Grandma McFlurry
This sweet treat, reminiscent of grandma’s special touch, features a delicious syrup and crunchy candy pieces blended into creamy vanilla soft serve.
Zomato Shares Dip Despite Positive Q4 Results
The food delivery service reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 175 crore for Q4 FY24, a significant turnaround from the Rs 188 crore loss in the same quarter last year.
Manish Bedi to Oversee F&B at The Leela Ambience Gurugram
In his new capacity, Manish will supervise all F&B operations at the luxury hotel, aiming to uphold the highest standards of service and ensure an exceptional dining experience for guests.