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Quaker Oats is refreshing its packaging to highlight protein and fiber benefits, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking clearer nutritional choices. This move aims to strengthen loyalty with existing customers and attract new ones actively searching for balanced nutrition. PepsiCo India believes this refresh will make Quaker more relevant to evolving consumer mindsets.

VCU Rams stunned North Carolina Tar Heels with an 82-78 overtime win in NCAA March Madness after erasing a 19-point deficit. Terrence Hill Jr. led the comeback with 34 points, including a late three in overtime. The victory stands as the largest first-round comeback in tournament history. VCU now advances to the second round to face its next opponent.

quakers are marching 300 miles from New York to Washington, D.C., protesting the Trump administration's immigration policies. The group, known for peaceful activism, opposes the targeting of immigrants and seeks to deliver a 17th-century document advocating religious freedom. They previously sued the administration over immigration arrests in places of worship.

Soft drinks and beverages major Pepsico has appointed India-origin Jaya Kumar as the President of its Quaker Foods & Snacks division.

Marico's Saffola brand has overtaken Quaker oats as the leading brand in the Indian oats category. Saffola's strategy of introducing a savory version of oats, catering to Indian taste preferences, has helped it secure a market share of 42%, compared to Quaker's 34%. Saffola's range of plain and masala oats has expanded the snacking options beyond breakfast, while Quaker remains focused on oats as a breakfast menu item. Marico has also introduced millets in its oats range to offer healthier options.

Beverage and snacks maker PepsiCo is extending its global brand Quaker to ready-to-cook mixes such as upma and poha mixes, an official close to the plans said.

Quaker is the only mainstay product of the American PepsiCo, which till now does not have a presence in India.

The FDA has classified a recall of Pearl Milling Company Original Pancake & Waffle Mix as Class I due to an undeclared milk allergen. The recall affects two-pound boxes sold in 11 states and poses serious health risks for those with milk allergies. Consumers should discard any affected products immediately.

The Union health ministry has taken strong objection to Indian Medical Association's move to endorse PepsiCo's Tropicana pure juices and Quaker Oats.

A person from Bhatkal, who tried to smuggle 300 grams of gold jewelry inside an oats tin, has been arrested by the officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence at the Mangalore International airport on Wednesday.

Caught from the wild and packed in crates, they were destined for a caged life in the 1960s. But, they freed themselves from the crates at New York’s John F Kennedy airport and flew to freedom.

A renowned surgeon warns against five popular breakfast choices for kids. He advises avoiding Quaker Oats, Eggo Waffles, Jimmy Dean croissants and breads, flavored yogurt, and cereal. These contain excessive sugar, unhealthy additives, and potential toxins. He recommends healthier options like eggs, sausages, pancakes, fruits, berries, and raw milk for a nutritious start to the day.

Supermarket chain Carrefour has stopped selling Doritos, Pepsi and other Pepsico brands at its stores in France, Belgium, Italy and Spain amidst a dispute over price hikes, an industry source said Friday."We no longer sell this brand due to unacceptable price increases," say tags on shelves in Carrefour's French stores where the Pepsico products once stood.The source said the move also affected stores in Belgium, Italy and Spain.It means consumers will no longer be able to find the iconic products alongside PepsiCo names such as Lay's potato chips, Lipton tea, Quaker Cereals and 7Up.

PepsiCo Inc on Monday announced that its chief executive officer Indra Nooyi would become the executive chairman, replacing Steven Reinemund on May 2.

Marico's Saffola oats has emerged as the second largest product in the category with a value market share of about 12%. The leading brand in the oats segment is PepsiCo India's Quaker which has a lion's share of around 40%.

A person from Bhatkal, who tried to smuggle 300 grams of gold jewelry inside an oats tin, has been arrested by the officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence at the Mangalore International airport on Wednesday.

A new book explores the economic philosophy of the 'Father of the Nation' and how his views on trade and wealth may have been in part a function of his caste origins

National Green Tribunal has recently expressed concern over the use of potable or drinking water on cricket fields and directed an expert committee to submit report on the steps taken to save water.

With the water crisis aggravating in the city, the state government is mulling reviving the Lake Development Authority (LDA).

Marico, the FMCG company that owns brands like Saffola and Parachute, predicts that revenue growth will return in the second half of the fiscal year and expects rural demand to gradually improve. The company has adjusted prices after a decrease in inflation, which has affected revenue growth, but has helped gain or maintain market share and increase penetration in some areas. Marico reported a 17% increase in net profit for the September quarter, with revenue from operations slightly decreasing. The company anticipates both revenue and volume to improve in the future.

A change is taking place at the breakfast table of an average urban Indian household which is nothing short of a revolution.

The board has approved the company's intent to enter into a binding agreement with PepsiCo India Holdings to acquire franchise rights in the two regions for a national bottling, sales and distribution footprint in seven states and five UTs, Varun Beverages Ltd (VBL) said in a regulatory filing.

Amongst the 89 advertisements which it held misleading, 25 belonged to the healthcare category, 27 to education, 15 to food and beverages, five to personal care and 17 were from other categories, it said in a statement. ASCI upheld the complaint against PepsiCo India's Quaker Oats' two ads finding them misleading by ambiguity and omission of the direct reference of comparison in the voice over itself.