Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the founder behind Bikaji Foods International, has died at 75. He played a key role in turning traditional Bikaneri snacks into the globally known Bikaji brand by pairing authentic taste with modern business practices. Bikaji says it will carry forward his legacy through continued growth and responsible operations.
As BJP and TMC intensify outreach in West Bengal, campaigns are increasingly leaning on fish and meat—deeply rooted Bengali staples—to resonate with voters. Beyond symbolism, the messaging spotlights the state’s non-vegetarian industry as an economic engine, supporting livelihoods and driving exports, suggesting election strategies are tapping into everyday incomes rather than pure politics.
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Suresh Narayanan’s decade at Nestlé India has spanned the Maggi crisis and a subsequent turnaround that helped reshape the company’s footprint and valuation. Now he is stepping aside as Manish Tiwary takes charge of Nestlé’s India business. The question is what new priorities will define the next chapter for the global food giant.
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