Mad Over Donuts is facing a fresh legal challenge after the Bombay High Court issued notice over its GST treatment, with regulators alleging the company has been charging incorrectly. The dispute raises a wider question for eateries selling packaged foods like cookies, chocolates, and bread: should these items attract 18% GST or a different tax rate?
Agro Tech Foods, parent of Sundrop oils and ACT II popcorn, is set to acquire Del Monte India for INR 1,300 crore. ET Prime explores how combining these brands could unlock distribution, manufacturing, and brand synergy, and what it could mean for India’s packaged condiment category, where consumers already have established habits and strong competition.
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Indian snacking—especially potato chips and wafers—has quietly become a standout consumer opportunity, drawing increasing attention from global capital. The surprise element is how an entry priced, everyday INR5 treat can signal long-term growth for legacy brands like Haldiram’s and newer champions such as Balaji, reshaping investor focus.
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