India
El Nino predicted to raise India's edible oil Imports and affect major crops in SE Asia
El Nino predicted to raise India's edible oil Imports and affect major crops in SE Asia
Warnings about the effect of the El Nino factor on the world’s food crops have grown. The latest is a prediction by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham) that India’s import bill for edible oils will grow by almost US$5 billion due to the El Nino effect.
Thirst for bottled water in India
A rise in health awareness, increase in tourism and availability of bottled water have boosted the growth of the packaged bottled water industry in India.
Marks & Spencer opens India's first standalone beauty store
Seeking to capitalise on growth opportunities in the lingerie and beauty markets, Marks & Spencer has unveiled its first standalone lingerie and beauty store in India.
Fast-food spending in India doubles, creating new market opportunities
Consumers’ needs for convenience, increased appetite, an insatiable hunger for international food and exposure to global media and cuisine, have caused fast-food spending to double in India.