From the matcha takeover and South Indian food obsession to AI-powered kitchens and historic Michelin wins, 2025 was a landmark year for India's food and beverage industry. Explore the key trends that shaped dining.
Instamart's 2025 report reveals India's quick commerce evolution: from milk to premium gadgets & gold. Discover record spends, 3-min deliveries & changing shopping habits.
Discover why winter is peak season for Delhi's immersive food walks. From Old Delhi's heritage treats to global flavours, explore the city's history through its plates. Plan your culinary adventure now!
A one-day strike by over 60,000 food delivery riders in Maharashtra disrupted services on Christmas. Workers protested against low pay and safety issues. Read the full story.
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Delivery and gig workers from Swiggy, Zomato, Amazon, and others announce a nationwide strike on December 25 and 31, 2025. They demand fair pay, safety, and an end to the 10-minute delivery model. Read their full demands.
A food safety team in Tanda, Hoshiarpur, collected 8 food samples for lab analysis to ensure public health standards. Read about the drive and its implications.
FSSAI has opened applications for the 11th Food Analyst Exam 2025-26. Register online from Dec 23, 2025 to Jan 22, 2026. Check eligibility, exam dates, and steps to apply.
Grammy-winning composer Ricky Kej called out Amazon India after delivery agents refused to carry his TV to the second floor. The incident sparked online outrage and an apology from Amazon. Read details.
Delhi Police busts a major racket selling expired imported food items from brands like Cadbury, Nutella to stores like Nature's Basket. 7 arrested, Rs 4.3 crore worth of products seized. Read the full investigation details.
Swiggy's 2025 report reveals biryani remains India's most-ordered dish with 93 million orders. Discover the top food trends and what this says about Indian dining habits.
Swiggy's 2025 food trends are out! Biryani remains India's favorite, but burgers and pizza are hot on its heels. Discover the surprising rise of dosa and regional delights.
Swiggy's annual report reveals India ordered a staggering 9.3 crore plates of biryani in 2025. Discover the top food trends, from adrak chai to samosa, that defined the nation's appetite.
India's online food orders reveal a nation obsessed with biryani, with 93 million plates in 2025. Discover the staggering stats for adrak chai, samosa, and more culinary favorites.
From a ₹4.3 lakh iPhone 17 to a 1kg silver brick, discover the most bizarre and expensive orders placed on Instamart in India this year. See what the top spenders bought!
Bengaluru's delivery scene in 2025 saw extremes: massive Rs 68,600 tips on Instamart & the rise of Rs 10 micro-carts. Discover the city's changing consumer habits.
Instamart's 2025 report shows India's shift to quick delivery for everything from milk to iPhones. Tier-II cities lead growth, health booms, and ₹22 lakh top spender revealed. Discover the trends!
Swiggy Instamart's 2025 data reveals astonishing trends: a ₹22 lakh top spender, 3-minute iPhone deliveries, and ₹1 lakh on condoms. Discover India's quick commerce revolution.
Gen Z is shifting from public social media validation to private conversations on platforms like Discord and WhatsApp. Discover the reasons behind this silent digital migration. Read more!
The US Postal Service plans to open its last-mile delivery network to all shippers in 2026, aiming to boost revenue. Bidding starts early 2025. Read more.
A food delivery agent was critically injured after a speeding car hit him in Pune's Kharadi area. Police are searching for the driver who fled the scene. Read the full details.
From PM Modi's khichdi to Putin's pistachio ice cream, discover the favourite foods of 10 powerful world leaders as listed by Taste Atlas. A fascinating look at the personal tastes shaping global politics.
Dubai introduces gold & black number plates for corporate delivery bikes to enhance safety. Rule effective from December end. Learn about lane restrictions and key details.
SBZee launches 100 electric vehicle carts in Delhi-NCR to revolutionize fresh produce delivery, cutting costs and emissions. Discover the future of farm-to-doorstep logistics.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha demands a ban on 10-minute delivery services and calls for urgent protection for gig workers facing speed pressure and harassment. Read the full story.
Ola has paused its cloud kitchen and food delivery operations, removing the 'Foods' section from its app. The service, which also operated via ONDC, has stopped accepting orders. Read the full story for details.
Tinder's Year in Swipe 2025 reveals singles are ditching mixed signals for 'clear-coding' and emotional honesty. AI, friend groups, and shared values are now central to modern romance in India and globally.
A 25-year-old woman gave birth to a baby girl inside a moving taxi during a massive traffic jam on the Ambala-Chandigarh highway. Read this incredible story of courage and humanity.
Food safety officers in Jaipur discovered expired products and misleading labels at an Amazon seller warehouse. Legal action is pending after samples were sent for testing. Read the full report.