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India raises LPG allocation to states as restaurants face shortages

The additional allocation will be prioritised for restaurants, roadside eateries (dhabas), and hotels among others.

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DoorDash launches “Tasks”, adding paid gigs beyond delivery

Tasks include menu dish photos, hotel entrance photos for drop-offs, or helping an autonomous vehicle get back on the road.

Arcos Dorados Q4 revenue grows, though profit slips on charges

The company generated revenues of $1.3bn in Q4 2025, a 10.7% rise in US dollars compared with the same period a year earlier.

Devyani International to invest in Thailand’s KFC operator Restaurants Development

After the transaction closes, Devyani International’s subsidiary Devyani International DMCC will own a 49% stake in Restaurants Development.

Papa Johns to modernise fulfilment with Deliverect dispatch platform

The staged rollout is scheduled to finish across all participating US sites by the end of 2027.

Peet’s Coffee deploys SoundHound AI voice agent across US retail network

The rollout will equip Peet’s staff with immediate, hands-free access to key information, helping improve customer experience.

Evolvending launches automated dining at two new airports in US

The company’s units stock dishes and snacks from several well-known national chains.

Tim Hortons recalls colour‑changing mugs in Canada over burn hazard

As of 10 March 2026, the company had logged 28 incident reports in Canada involving the mug.