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Soufflet Malt has today announced plans to build a tech-driven, AI-integrated malting facility in South Rajasthan, India, as part of an INR 1,200 crore (approx. €100 million) investment.

Marico has signed definitive agreements to acquire a 60% stake in Cosmix Wellness Private, the owner of digital-first functional wellness brand Cosmix, at an equity valuation of approximately ₹375 crore (approx. $41.5 million).

ADM has announced a three-year extension of its partnership with Bayer to support soybean farmers in Maharashtra, India.

Indian hot condiments brand Kaatil has expanded its product lineup with the launch of Hot Barbeque Sauce No. 9, a spicy new addition built around the country’s legendary Bhoot Jolokia chilli.

Ball Corporation is expanding its manufacturing footprint in India with a new investment of around $60 million in its Sri City facility in Andhra Pradesh.

According to Bloomberg News, Coca-Cola is considering an initial public offering (IPO) for its Indian bottling unit – Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages – in a deal that could be valued at $1 billion.

Flavour solutions company Monin has unveiled its latest product line, Pure, aimed at the burgeoning market for low- and no-sugar beverages in India.

Keychain, a start-up in the consumer packaged goods sector, has secured $30m in Series B funding, in a round led by Wellington Management, with participation from BoxGroup.

In a realignment aimed at enhancing its focus on premium brands, Pernod Ricard India has entered into a definitive agreement to divest its Imperial Blue business division to Tilaknagar Industries.