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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 invests $60m to expand aluminium can production in India
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.
Coca-Cola reportedly considering taking Indian bottling unit public in potential $1bn deal – Bloomberg
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.
Keychain secures $30m in Series B funding to enhance AI-driven CPG platform
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.
Pernod Ricard India sells Imperial Blue division to Tilaknagar Industries
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.
Opinion: The rising popularity of Indian snacks in the West
Rhea Agarwal, Director of Business Development in the UK and EU at Haldiram, a leading producer of authentic Indian snacks, speaks to FoodBev about India’s snacking industry and the rising popularity of Indian snacks in the West.
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages appoints Hemant Rupani as new CEO
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the appointment of Hemant Rupani as CEO of Bangalore-based bottler Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages, effective from 8 September.
Diageo India acquires Indian craft gin maker Nao Spirits for $15.2m
Diageo India (United Spirits Limited) has announced the acquisition of a majority controlling stake in Nao Spirits, the Indian craft distiller behind popular gin brands Greater Than and Hapusa.
