Brands
Maggi stamps 50 years of flavour in India with a special postal salute
MUMBAI: Maggi has officially licked the envelope on its India journey. To mark 50 years in the country, Nestlé India has unveiled a commemorative postal stamp celebrating the brand’s half-century run as one of India’s most familiar comfort foods.
The stamp was unveiled by Nestlé India chairman and managing director Manish Tiwary alongside Government of India minister of food processing industries Chirag Paswan. Titled 50 Years of Togetherness, the stamp traces Maggi’s evolution from a quick-fix noodle to a category-defining staple that has quietly threaded itself through everyday Indian life.
From hostel rooms and late-night hunger pangs to family meals and festive spreads, Maggi has turned up in many avatars over the decades, noodles, masalas, sauces, soups and ready-to-cook options shaping how convenience food is cooked and consumed across generations. The commemorative stamp is designed as a nod to those shared moments, capturing the warmth and familiarity that have kept the brand relevant for five decades.
Speaking at the launch, Chirag Paswan said India’s processed food sector has steadily earned household trust over the years, adding that pioneering brands have played a critical role in building new categories and strengthening the food ecosystem. He congratulated Maggi on completing 50 years as part of that journey.
Manish Tiwary described the milestone as a reflection of enduring consumer trust. Completing five decades in a diverse and dynamic market like India, he said, was shaped by evolving tastes, everyday relevance and a bond that has strengthened year after year and generation after generation.
As the brand enters its next chapter, Nestlé India said it remains focused on deepening its connection with consumers continuing to show up in small, everyday moments that bring comfort, familiarity and togetherness to tables across the country.
For a brand that has long travelled faster than the post, Maggi’s latest milestone now comes with an official stamp of approval.
Brands
Prataap Snacks posts Rs 1.14 crore Q4 profit, EBITDA up 319 per cent
Yellow Diamond maker posts turnaround with Rs 1.14 crore profit, 10 per cent dividend proposed
NEW DELHI: Prataap Snacks Limited has staged a sharp turnaround in the fourth quarter of FY26, reporting a 319 per cent surge in operating EBITDA and a return to profitability after a challenging previous year.
The Indore-based company, known for brands such as Yellow Diamond and Avadh, posted income from operations of Rs 420.18 crore for Q4 FY26, marking a 5 per cent year-on-year rise. Operating EBITDA climbed to Rs 20.59 crore, while margins stood at 4.9 per cent.
Most notably, the company reported a profit after tax of Rs 1.14 crore for the quarter, reversing a loss of Rs 11.94 crore in the same period last year. Diluted earnings per share improved to Rs 0.48 from a negative Rs 5.00 earlier, signalling a steady recovery in performance.
For the full financial year, consolidated income rose 1 per cent to Rs 1,724.65 crore. Annual operating EBITDA grew 68 per cent to Rs 81.81 crore, while the company posted a net profit of Rs 9.72 crore, compared to a loss of Rs 34.27 crore in FY25.
Reflecting this improved performance, the board has recommended a dividend of 10 per cent, equivalent to Rs 0.50 per share on a face value of Rs 5.
Prataap Snacks Limited managing director Amit Kumat said the recovery was driven by sharper execution and data-led decision-making, including the use of Sales Force Automation analytics. The company also expanded its distribution network to over 5,000 distributors and strengthened its presence on quick commerce platforms.
Looking ahead, the company expects double-digit revenue growth in FY27, though it remains cautious about inflationary pressures on key inputs such as packaging materials and edible oil. Management plans to offset these through tighter cost controls and calibrated pricing strategies.
With profitability back on track and operations stabilising, Prataap Snacks appears to be regaining its footing in an increasingly competitive packaged foods market.
