fast food sector

Rising fuel prices are poised to reignite inflation, a Crisil report warns. Expect higher costs for transport, logistics, and manufacturing, directly impacting food and consumer goods. Direct fuel price hikes could add nearly 48 basis points to inflation, with broader effects on supply chains. While GST cuts offer some relief, persistently high oil prices remain a concern for the economy.

In the heart of India, a vibrant wave of entrepreneurial dynamism is taking shape as new founders merge creativity, technology, and social impact. From innovative culinary enterprises to cutting-edge healthcare solutions, these pioneers are not just launching businesses; they are tackling pressing societal issues and propelling economic evolution.

West Bengal's new BJP government is actively implementing changes. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is focusing on re-imagining the state with swift policy rollouts. Key initiatives target women and youth, while nationalistic themes are prominent. The Trinamool Congress faces a significant crisis. The government is also enforcing laws and promoting central schemes.

Short-term global economic shocks, like the ongoing Middle East conflict, have the potential to temporarily slow the growth story - a fact that cannot be ignored if India hopes to be among the top three world economies in the coming years.

Telangana's booming food sector, encompassing processing, agri-tech, and exports, has spurred demand for skilled professionals. The state's higher education council has launched a new BBA in Food Technology, Food Security, and Agriculture, integrating science, business, and policy. This interdisciplinary program aims to equip graduates for evolving industry needs, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical market demands.

The region’s speedway were never meant for buses, or the hundreds who depend on them, but engineered for cars to travel between the IT, outsourcing, manufacturing and residential hubs for speedy links with the capital. The result plays out at every random stop, every near-miss, every commuter stepping off into live traffic

Odisha secured investment intents worth Rs 48,330 crore and projected 67,838 jobs during a Gujarat roadshow. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi highlighted the state's potential for industrial growth, emphasizing its mineral reserves, coastline, and proactive support for investors. The outreach saw significant interest across various sectors, positioning Odisha as a key player in Eastern India's development.

India’s macro exposure to the Middle East continues to be transmitted primarily through energy and critical input prices, reflecting structurally high dependence on imported crude and natural gas.

India's ambitious piped natural gas (PNG) expansion faces hurdles like material shortages, skilled worker deficits, and slow installation. A special task force highlights the need for faster last-mile connections to meet targets. Recommendations include material pooling, expedited procurement, and training programs to overcome these critical bottlenecks and boost clean energy adoption.

Nuns at the Convent of St. Anthony of Padua are actively preserving the endangered Gigante de España rabbit. Their tranquil environment and patient approach provide the ideal conditions for this stressed breed to reproduce successfully. This initiative bridges heritage preservation with scientific recovery, aiming to reintroduce the Spanish Giant to sustainable farms.

A significant labour shortage is impacting Bhubaneswar's construction and hospitality sectors as hundreds of migrant workers from West Bengal have returned home to vote in the assembly elections. Fearing deletion from electoral rolls, workers' departure has led to project delays and reduced operating hours in businesses, highlighting urban Odisha's reliance on migrant labour.

The assembly line's invention wasn't a solitary "eureka" moment but an evolution driven by open-minded observation. Henry Ford's team studied meatpacking plants, adapting their disassembly process to a car assembly flow. This innovative adaptation, integrating principles from various industries, revolutionized production by organizing labor and machines efficiently, making cars accessible products of a system.