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Society Tea and Faye D’Souza Join forces to serve ‘News in a Minute’
Mumbai: Brewing with anticipation, we’re thrilled to unveil “News in a Minute,” an interesting series of 12 videos – one minute each by Faye D’Souza in collaboration with Society Tea that promises to serve up concise yet captivating insights into the world’s most significant headlines. Get ready to savour knowledge like never before in the first episode of this riveting series from 28 November onwards.
Introducing ‘News in a Minute’
The ‘News in a Minute’ series is an innovative project that brings the expertise and charisma of Faye D’Souza into the digital realm. In these one-minute videos, Faye will provide succinct and insightful updates on the latest headlines, ensuring that viewers stay informed and engaged without investing a significant amount of time.
“We are excited to collaborate with Faye D’Souza, a respected journalist whose work has captivated audiences across the nation. The ‘News in a Minute’ series is designed to cater to the fast-paced lives of our audience, ensuring they don’t miss out on the most significant news stories while enjoying their favourite cup of tea,” said Society Tea director Karan Shah.
D’Souza, equally thrilled about the collaboration, added, “In a world where information is at our fingertips, presenting the most important news in just a minute is a thrilling challenge. Society Tea has been a part of our culture for years, and I’m delighted to partner with them to make the news more accessible to everyone. I look forward to this exciting journey.”
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Swiggy sees record orders during India vs New Zealand T20 final
Chicken biryani tops match-day menu as fans order 7,500 times per minute at peak.
MUMBAI: India’s T20 final didn’t just break stumps, it broke Swiggy’s delivery records, proving cricket fans celebrate victories with plates, not just flags. Swiggy, India’s leading on-demand convenience platform, reported a sharp spike in food orders during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand. On 8 March 2026, overall orders rose 23.2 per cent year-on-year compared with the same date in 2025, driven by fans turning living rooms into mini stadiums complete with match-day feasts.
Key highlights from the evening:
- Orders during peak match hours (7–10 pm) were 2.1 times higher than pre-match levels.
- The highest order rate hit 7,500 orders per minute at 19:45.
- Chicken biryani reigned supreme as the most-ordered dish, followed by masala dosa, chicken fried rice, garlic breadsticks and paneer butter masala.
While metros such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Hyderabad led volumes, the cricketing fever spread nationwide. Among emerging cities, Thiruvananthapuram, Surat and Rajkot recorded the strongest order growth. Smaller markets including Shillong, Agartala and Port Blair also showed significant appetite, underlining the expanding footprint of quick-commerce food delivery across India.
The surge reflects a growing trend of pairing major sporting events with doorstep delivery, turning big matches into shared, convenient celebrations. In a night where every boundary mattered, Swiggy proved the real MVP might just be the delivery partner who kept the snacks and the vibes flowing without missing a single wicket.
