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In its foods business, PepsiCo restaged Quaker in 2026 to highlight its protein, fibre and wholegrain content. Its portfolio also includes Red Rock Deli baked variants with 40 per cent less fat and Kurkure Jowar Puffs, a millet-based snack. The company said its convenient foods portfolio across brands such as Lay’s, Kurkure, Doritos, Cheetos, Uncle Chipps, Quaker and Red Rock Deli is made without artificial flavours or colours. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/personal-care-pet-supplies-liquor/pepsico-india-expands-zero-sugar-beverages-millet-based-snacks-in-portfolio-push/134913499

PepsiCo's senior counsel argued that despite protecting the company from coercive action over the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India's (FSSAI) directive to drop the descriptor "energy drink" from its beverages and allowing it to sell its existing stock, "Sting Energy" and "Adrenaline Rush", the single judge refused to allow further manufacturing with the label. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/personal-care-pet-supplies-liquor/hc-refuses-immediate-relief-to-pepsico-over-manufacturing-with-energy-drink-label/134906881

Carlsberg India's operating consent for its Alwar brewery was revoked due to high particulate emissions. The brewery's pollution levels were reported to be eight times above the limit allowed. As a result, the company has been ordered to shut down the facility immediately. This closure could impact supplies in Rajasthan but occurs after peak summer season sales. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/carlsberg-india-told-to-close-alwar-unit-over-pollution-breach-ahead-of-700-million-ipo-plans/134881123

According to an Emkay report, India's quick commerce sector is projected to accelerate NOV growth to 21.6 percent in Q2FY27. Food delivery platforms are expected to sustain around 18 percent year-on-year NOV growth as competition rises during the festive season. The fintech sector will also experience steady revenue growth, although year-on-year payment revenue may be impacted. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/indias-quick-commerce-growth-set-to-accelerate-food-delivery-to-remain-steady-report/134880965

This week’s funding activity extended beyond startup fundraising to include investments in manufacturing capacity and business expansion. The combined disclosed investment and fundraising amount stood at approximately Rs 1,343 crore. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/weekly-funding-recap-reliance-consumer-dailyobjects-lead-investment-activity/134866690

Apple has reduced component orders for iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max by 15%. This reduction is a response to weaker-than-expected demand for these premium models. Concerns about the upcoming iPhone Duo's reception have also emerged due to high pricing. The delayed launch of the standard iPhone 18 could further impact overall sales. Memory chip shortages are also affecting smartphone prices across the industry. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/consumer-durables-and-information-technology/consumer-electronics/too-pricey-to-sell-apple-cuts-iphone-18-pro-orders-by-20-per-cent-duo-faces-similar-risk/134823504

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has sent notices to multiple firms, such as Dr Reddy's and Nestle Health Science, regarding dubious product claims. The FSSAI pointed out potentially misleading information related to muscle strength, immunity boosting, and energy metabolism. This can mislead consumers about true health benefits. The implicated companies are mandated to justify their claims and may encounter future sanctions. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/health-and-beauty/fssai-issues-notices-to-dr-reddys-nestle-health-science-amazon-flipkart-over-misleading-protein-claims/134805197

Delivery partners at an online grocery store in Hastinapuram protested after receiving expired products to deliver. They raised concerns that delivering these items led to negative customer interactions and account blocks. Following the protest, a complaint was lodged with the food safety department which led to an inspection. Food safety officials found 14 expired products including milk packets and ginger-garlic paste. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/delivery-partners-in-hyderabad-protest-at-online-grocery-store-alleging-supply-of-expired-items/134781019

Amazon India is observing a notable increase in customer demand as the festive season approaches. The company has enhanced its capacity significantly by adding numerous fulfillment and delivery centers. They plan to create over 160,000 temporary jobs to accommodate this increase in demand. Additionally, Amazon aims to expand its quick-commerce offering, Amazon Now, to 300 cities by 2026. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/amazon-sees-35-40-pc-festive-demand-spike-adds-50-pc-capacity-with-rs-2800-crore-investment/134777774

Titan Company’s consumer businesses grew 25% year-on-year in Q2 FY27, led by watches, EyeCare and jewellery. Domestic businesses rose 22%, while international operations surged 97%. Titan added 78 net stores, taking its overall consumer store network to 3,758 in September 2026. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/accessories/titan-q2fy27-update-consumer-businesses-grow-25-yoy-jewellery-up-21/134753983