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quick service restaurants (QSRs) sector has slowed down, and the last year was rough for soft drinks as the April-June quarter, which contributes 35-40% of annual sales, was a washout because of rains. However, the year ahead is expected to see healthy double-digit growth for both businesses, said Ravi Jaipuria, chairman of RJ Corp, PepsiCo's largest bottler, and the largest franchise partner for KFC, Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee in India. RJ Corp group company VBL, PepsiCo's largest bottling partner in India, bottles and distributes the company's beverages including Pepsi, Pepsi Black, 7UP, Mirinda and Mountain Dew fizzy drinks, Sting energy drink, Tropicana juice and Aquafina water in 27 states and 7 union territories. He underlined the growth potential in India on account of lower per capita consumption and distribution reach of packaged soft drinks, «India has 11-12 million outlets for FMCG, and our beverages are in 3.5 million outlets only — that shows the sheer scope ahead of us for market penetration.

₹3,89,529 to ₹4,44,768 in the current financial year," the Arvind Kejriwal government said as the Statistical Handbook-2023 was released on Saturday. “This is 158 per cent higher than the national average," he added. It was reportedly the highest among all states and union territories in 2023.

Indians who have never wanted to go to the Maldives on vacation now don't want to go vacationing to the Maldives. Which makes boycotting the Maldives as a holiday destination a wee bit easier.

lunar lander close to human remains and a marketing activity by a manufacturer of sports drinks. Since the landing of Apollo 17 in the year 1972, Peregrine Mission – 1 is the first US spacecraft to land on the surface of the moon, taking off at 7:18 am UK time. Astrobotic, the American company is controlling the robotic lander of a garden shed's size. The start-up has been paid $108m for getting the five scientific instruments that will be carried to the moon. The cost stands at a fraction of the cost for the launch of its mission.

Washing Machine, while a reliable workhorse, is facing tough competition from a range of top load alternatives that cater to those seeking a more tailored solution for their laundry needs. These smaller models not only promise efficiency but also boast features that cater to the evolving needs of modern households. Beyond the realms of Samsung, various other top brands have stepped into the arena, offering their own compact washing solutions that aim to redefine the laundry experience.

Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation Ltd (SPIC Ltd) on Monday said it will invest Rs 1,900 crore in Tamil Nadu over the next two years following a memorandum signed with the state government as part of the Global Investors Meet (GIM) in Chennai. The investment would be made across SPIC Ltd, Greenstar Fertilizers Ltd, and Tuticorin Alkali Chemicals and Fertilizers Ltd, the company said in a statement.

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In recent years, India’s real estate industry has undergone a remarkable transition, with a particular emphasis on green initiatives and sustainability. The Indian real estate industry has accepted the duty to solve the urgent environmental issues facing the globe and has made great strides in implementing sustainable and eco-friendly methods. Whether it is commercial or residential developments, there is a shift in real estate development towards sustainability due to a number of factors, including increased global awareness, government initiatives, changing consumer behaviour that is more responsible, and the consequent urgency of combating climate change.

The Peregrine 1 lander which is carrying NASA’s scientific equipment, has begun its journey towards the moon following the successful launch of the Vulcan Centaur rocket at Cape Canaveral.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, home-grown travel company EaseMyTrip has decided to stop bookings for the island nation, claiming that 'nationalism' is greater than any 'personal interest'. Also Read | India-Maldives Diplomatic Row: 3 ministers suspended, EaseMyTrip stops bookings, Lakshadweep in focus | Top 10 Updates Announcing the news via a post on X (formerly Twitter), EaseMyTrip founder Prashant Pitti wrote, Water & beaches of Lakshadweep are as good as Maldives/Seychelles.

India and Nepal have decided to strengthen the power transmission systems between the two countries and help each other to progress in the energy sector, according to a statement issued by the Indian Embassy in Nepal. The statement came two days after the Nepal-India Joint Steering Committee (JSC) on Power Sector Cooperation meeting concluded in Chitwan district of central Nepal on Friday and was followed by the signing of the agreement on Long Term Power Trade between the two nations.

₹1,150 crore in the Union Territory. The development projects cover technology, energy, water resources, healthcare and education sectors.

Arvind Kejriwal attributed the rise in per capita income in Delhi to innovation and forward-looking steps that have been taken under his leadership over the past nine years. A 'Statistical Handbook-2023' released on Saturday by the Economic and Statistics Department of the Kejriwal government said Delhi's per capita income increased from Rs 389,529 to Rs 444,768, a 14 per cent yearly rise, and is 158 per cent higher than the national average per capita income. «This is a huge increase in per capita income in any state in any single year. It has been achieved by the hard work of 2 cr Delhiites and Del govt working together day and night.

Ayodhya has begun, Nagpur's chef, Vishnu Manohar, is set to prepare 7000 kg of 'Ram Halwa' in Ayodhya. Vishnu Manohar has made a special kadhai (cauldron) with a capacity of 12 thousand litres in which he will prepare Ram Halwa for this event to be held in the Ram Mandir premises. Chef Vishnu Manohar said, «The weight of this kadhai is 1300 to 1400 kg. This is made of steel and the central part is made of iron so that when halwa is made, it does not burn. The size is 10 feet by 10 feet.

per capita income increased from Rs 3,89,529 to Rs 4,44,768 in the current financial year, which is 158 per cent higher than the national average, Kejriwal government said on the release of its Statistical Handbook-2023 on Saturday. The handbook containing data on socio-economic parameters of the national capital was released by the Economic and Statistics department of the Delhi government.

Dal Lake and other water bodies in Kashmir as cold wave-like conditions gripped the region, officials said on Saturday. The minimum temperature in several parts of the valley dropped below the minus 4 degrees Celsius-mark on Friday night. Kashmir is currently under the grip of «Chilla-i-Kalan», a 40-day harsh winter period, when a cold wave sweeps the region and temperatures drop considerably leading to the freezing of water bodies as well as water in pipes.

Snorkeling Snorkelling at Agatti Island, one of the islands in Lakshadweep, offers an enchanting experience for water enthusiasts. The crystal-clear turquoise waters surrounding Agatti unveil a vibrant underwater world teeming with colourful coral reefs and diverse marine life. PM Modi in a post on X wrote, “For those who wish to embrace the adventurer in them, Lakshadweep has to be on your list.

United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Martin Griffiths said that Gaza has become "uninhabitable" and called for an immediate cessation of hostilities. Tens of thousands of people, mostly women and children, have been killed or injured during the attacks.

California coast this week and are galvanized by the powerful pattern of El Niño in the Pacific Ocean. The recent event is unexpected to be as pronounced as the waves, expanding the California coast in the past week. However, the huge waves are happening more often as per researchers, since global warning expands severe weather conditions, elevating sea levels. As per them, it translates to more coastal flooding at a future date. A swell along with big waves and also coastal flooding is predicted along the West Coast this week. Afterwards, a periodical high tide can bring an even greater amount of water inshore within 10 days, as per Laura Engeman, who is a coastal resilience specialist with California Sea Grant. According to her in the case there are big waves during those days, we might witness more flooding. The recent round of waves is not predicted to be as powerful as the late event in December. It is the future El Niños as well as the rise in coastal flooding, charged by the warm climate that caution those who have studied the coast. El Niño comes with more active winter storms, and elevated sea levels according to an oceanographer at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, William Sweet. This translates to more flooding in coastal areas, greater amount of extreme erosion, and higher astronomical high tides.

Lakshadweep. I am still in awe of the stunning beauty of its islands and the incredible warmth of its people." "I had the opportunity to interact with people in Agatti, Bangaram, and Kavaratti. I thank the people of the islands for their hospitality," the Prime Minister said.

chilly across north India, huh? The last few days have been cold and grey, and the weather guys have warned that the cold wave will continue till the end of next week. However, this drop in temperature is nothing unusual at this time of year. Neither is the dust gunk that's made twilight out of the days.