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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
French bagel chain Bagelstein enters India with Hyderabad outlet
French bagel chain Bagelstein has launched its inaugural Indian outlet at Nexus Mall in Kukatpally, Hyderabad. Bagelstein's menu at the Hyderabad outlet includes the Halloumi Bagel and the Josephine Bagel. All offerings are made with fresh ingredients, as reported by The Hans India. The Hyderabad location food and beverage options, and includes smoothies, iced teas and coffee. The outlet's interior design reflects Bagelstein's European style while incorporating elements of local culture. This blend aims to attract Indian consumers seeking international dining experiences. Bagelstein founder and CEO Thierry Veil was quoted by The New Indian Express: 'India presents a strategic growth and exciting opportunity for us, and we are delighted to introduce our delicious blend of French charm and cuisine to Hyderabad.' Bagelstein plans to open 100 outlets across India by 2029, as reported by World Coffee Portal. In August 2024, the group signed a master franchise agreement with Haryana-based FranGlobal. The brand plans to expand in major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Pune. Founded in Strasbourg in 2011, Bagelstein operates 100 stores across France, Belgium, Italy, Luxembourg and Switzerland. The group is also exploring opportunities in the UK and Germany and has signed franchise agreements for the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. India has become an appealing market for coffee chains aiming to expand internationally. In January 2025, Greek coffeehouse chain Mikel Coffee announced its plans to enter the Indian market in partnership with Haryana-based consultancy firm Greko India. In February, Coffee Island, in a partnership with local franchisee start-up Vita Nova, opened its first Indian store in HQ27, Gurgaon. The coffee chain has a longer-term goal of reaching 250 outlets in the country by 2029. In April, Indonesian coffee chain Kopi Kenangan made its debut in India with a store at the Pacific Mall, New Delhi. The company plans at least ten stores in the country by the end of 2025, with a longer-term goal of 50. "French bagel chain Bagelstein enters India with Hyderabad outlet" was originally created and published by Verdict Food Service, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Hans India
04-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
Cops bust drug peddling gang; cocaine and ephedrine worth Rs 1 crore seized
Hyderabad: In a major breakthrough, Cyberabad Special Operation Teams Balanagar zone along with Kukatpally Police apprehended a gang, including a serving police constable from Andhra Pradesh while they were planning to sell the Cocaine mixed with Ephedrine at Kukatpally. Police seized drugs worth Rs 1 crore from their possession. Police arrested Gunashekar, a supplier and a constable Tirupati, Unnam Surendra alias Suri, Dothireddy Haribabu Reddy, Chegudi Mercy Margaret, Shaik Masthan Vali, Devaraju YesuBabu, all native of Andhra Pradesh and Appanna, a peddler from Bangalore. The accused were intercepted near Jaya Nagar, Kukatpally, while searching for buyers. Police seized 820 grams of Cocaine mixed with ephedrine worth Rs 1 crore, a digital weighing machine, and five mobile phones from them. According to police, during the ongoing investigation, it was revealed that the main accused Gunasekhar, a serving Task Force Police constable in AP, had proposed the sale of Ephedrine for profit. Surendra, who was looking for easy money, was attracted to the proposal and along with his associates conspired to sell the drug in Hyderabad where there is high demand. N Koti Reddy, DCP, Balanagar Zone, said that on May 29, Surendra collected 820 grams of drug Cocaine mixed with Ephedrine from Gunashekar at Tirupati and proceeded to Hyderabad via Guntur. The group assembled at Jaya Nagar, Kukatpally and planned to distribute the contraband. On June 2, while they were moving towards Bhagyanagar, Kukatpally in search of consumers, the patrolling police intercepted them based on suspicious movement and behaviour. One of the accused attempted to flee but was apprehended. Upon questioning and searching, the team recovered 820 grams of Cocaine-Ephedrine, a digital weighing machine, and mobile phones used in the conspiracy. The seizure was made as per NDPS Act procedures. Cyberabad Police requested parents to keep a watch on the activities of their children and feel free to approach police or pass information if any suspicious activity is noticed.
