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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Healthy snacking brand Farmley aims to double revenue to Rs 600-700 cr in FY26
Healthy snacking brand Farmley expects revenue to nearly double to Rs 600-700 crore in the current financial year, driven by growing demand for nutritious snacks , the company said on Friday. The Noida-headquartered startup, founded in 2017 by two Indian Institute of Technology alumni, reported a revenue of Rs 370 crore during FY 2024-25. "We aim for Rs 600-700 crore revenue in the current fiscal with expansion of our presence in both offline and online channels," the company's CEO and co-founder Akash Sharma told PTI at a healthy snacking summit . Farmley plans to invest Rs 40-50 crore in a new factory near Noida to boost production capacity, with the facility expected to be operational next year, Sharma said. The company hopes to achieve profitability in the current financial year. The firm's product portfolio includes dry fruits, seeds, healthy snacks, savouries and ready-to-eat mixes, focusing on quality, nutrition and affordability. A company report released on Friday showed roasted and flavoured dry fruits were the most preferred savoury snack among 36 per cent of respondents, while 19 per cent specifically chose makhana, a type of puffed lotus seed. Over 55 per cent of survey participants said they actively seek clean, preservative-free snacks , while 52 per cent prefer resealable, eco-conscious packaging . Nearly 45 per cent of consumers favour portable snack formats like dry fruit-based desserts and energy bars.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Time of India
FIR lodged after pistols fire up birthday bash in Mohali
1 2 3 Mohali: What was meant to be a night of celebration turned into a spectacle of recklessness when a birthday party at a rooftop restaurant in Dhakoli took a dangerous turn. A video that has since gone viral shows Vikram Sharma, a young man, standing confidently amid a cheering crowd, firing two pistols into the air — one in each hand. With a smile on his face and guests applauding the stunt, Sharma fired 9 to 10 rounds into the night sky, while others captured the moment on their phones. But the internet wasn't impressed. The video sparked widespread outrage, with citizens and authorities condemning the act as a blatant violation of public safety norms. Despite strict guidelines by the Punjab government banning celebratory firing at public events, such incidents continue to surface — often with tragic consequences. Locals called the act "irresponsible" and "potentially fatal," demanding swift police action. And the police responded. Acting on the viral footage, Dhakoli police registered a case under the Arms Act and launched an investigation. "We are tracing the accused using video evidence and verifying the source of the firearms," said Inspector Simarjeet Singh, SHO of Dhakoli police station. "He will be arrested soon, and appropriate legal action will follow." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villas For Sale in Dubai Might Surprise You Dubai villas | search ads Get Deals Undo No action against venue Interestingly, while the shooter faces legal action, no case has been registered against the restaurant owner, despite clear violations of government orders banning firearms at public venues. The district magistrate has repeatedly issued such directives, but enforcement remains lax.
News18
5 hours ago
- News18
‘Treated Like Threat': Indian Solo Traveller's Note On Passport Discrimination
Last Updated: Treated with suspicion, more than planning his trips, he claimed he was forced to spend hours proving his identity to the airport authorities and assuring them of his return. A 22-year-old vlogger and solo traveller grabbed the internet's attention, as he detailed the ordeals faced while carrying an Indian passport. Jayant Sharma, who goes by 'jaystravelblog' on Instagram, revealed his travelling struggles and how he was subjected to greater scrutiny than other foreign travellers. 'The ugly side of travel I had to come across as an Indian passport holder who loves travelling," he captioned the post, which highlighted the disrespect faced by many Indian travellers. Treated with suspicion, more than planning his trips, Sharma claimed he was forced to spend hours proving his identity to the airport authorities and assuring them of his return. He wrote in his viral post, 'It's in a fact that I've had to justify why I deserve a 7-day trip. That I've spent more time convincing embassies I'll 'come back' than planning where I'll go. That a border control officer, with a 3-second glance, can make me feel like a threat — before I've even said a word." 'It's not in the guidebooks. Not on the reels. Not in the sunsets, the flights, or the airport lounges. It's in the stares. The silence," wrote the vlogger, underlining how it is not all hunky-dory for solo Indian travellers as it may seem. Like Sharma, many Indians are subjected to excess scrutiny on arrival in another country. The vlogger said the immigration refuses to be a checkpoint and becomes a scary place, where Indian passport holders are bombarded with questions and are observed more closely by the security personnel, made to feel as if they have committed a crime. 'No one says it, but I know: They don't always see a traveller. They see a risk. A potential overstayer. A brown skin man with a passport is trying to pass through. And what hurts most is… we know this. We prepare for it. We dress a certain way. Speak softer. Carry more documents. Plan escape routes through countries that are 'easier". We smile too much — not out of joy, but out of fear of being misunderstood," wrote Sharma. It seems that for young solo travellers, the real headache is not choosing where to go but proving that they will come back. Sharma's post touched many other Indian travellers, who related to his struggles and felt sorry that he was subjected to such treatment repeatedly. 'This is such a needed post! Thank you for writing this. As a fellow travel enthusiast, this hits hard," commented one user under the post. Another one added, 'Definitely true. Deep topic, pros and cons, but one part is certainly true: no one deserves to be treated that way and questioned because of where they come from." view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Scroll.in
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Scroll.in
Six suspected Maoists killed in gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur
At least six suspected Maoists were killed in a gunfight with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Friday, The New Indian Express reported. One of those killed was allegedly a Maoist platoon commander and had a reward of Rs 8 lakh on his head, Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma told ANI. According to a police statement, The gunfight in the Abujhmarh forest area began in the afternoon during a search operation launched by the security forces after receiving intelligence inputs about suspected Maoist activity in the area. Sharma said the operation had been launched on Thursday evening and had continued 'despite the heavy rain'. 'They [security forces] walked on foot for 24 hours continuously, and after that, they achieved this,' he told ANI. The security personnel recovered weapons such as an AK-47 rifle and a self-loading rifle from the site of the gunfight, Bastar Range Inspector General of Police Sundarraj P told The Indian Express. Further details cannot be shared as the operation was still on, he added. More than 400 suspected Maoists have been killed in the Bastar region in 2024-'25, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai had said in June. Deputy Chief Minister Sharma said on Saturday that more than 1,500 suspected Maoists have been rehabilitated in 2025, while around 1,400 have been arrested. 'For the first time, the number of rehabilitation is more than the number of arrests,' he said. In 2024, 217 suspected Maoists were killed by security forces in Chhattisgarh. Malini Subramaniam has reported for Scroll that while many of those killed in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region in 2024 were declared by the police to be reward-carrying Maoists, several families dispute the claim. The families claim that the persons killed were civilians. The Union government has repeatedly vowed to end Maoism by March 31, 2026.
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Time of India
Smiles, cheers & gunfire: Punjab man fires 9–10 rounds in air at birthday party; FIR filed
MOHALI: What was meant to be a night of celebration turned into a spectacle of recklessness when a birthday party at a rooftop restaurant in Dhakoli took a dangerous turn. A video that has since gone viral shows Vikram Sharma, a young man, standing confidently amid a cheering crowd, firing two pistols into the air — one in each hand. With a smile on his face and guests applauding the stunt, Sharma fired 9 to 10 rounds into the night sky, while others captured the moment on their phones. But the internet wasn't impressed. The video sparked widespread outrage, with citizens and authorities condemning the act as a blatant violation of public safety norms. Despite strict guidelines by the Punjab government banning celebratory firing at public events, such incidents continue to surface — often with tragic consequences. Locals called the act 'irresponsible' and 'potentially fatal,' demanding swift police action. And the police responded. Acting on the viral footage, Dhakoli police registered a case under the Arms Act and launched an investigation. 'We are tracing the accused using video evidence and verifying the source of the firearms,' said Inspector Simarjeet Singh, SHO of Dhakoli police station. 'He will be arrested soon, and appropriate legal action will follow.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo No action against venue Interestingly, while the shooter faces legal action, no case has been registered against the restaurant owner, despite clear violations of government orders banning firearms at public venues. The district magistrate has repeatedly issued such directives, but enforcement remains lax.
