Parle D - Dark and 20% extra. 
 Yeah, that's what we want in our mouths

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Just because the dark one is smaller for once doesn't mean it's racism.

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I am eating oats and berries since last year🙂

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Black one should be big though 🤣💀👀

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Wake up babe, new flavours of ParleG just dropped

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Wake up babe, new flavours of ParleG just dropped- Grapevine

I can't decide between the regular oreo and lotus biscoff

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Nestlé’s baby food brands including Cerelac and Nido added sugar in the form of sucrose, in lower and lower-middle income countries including India — but not in the products sold in Europe or UK, according to a report by Swiss investigative organisation Public Eye and International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN).

The research was conducted at a lab in Belgium, and examined Nestlé’s baby food products from Asia, and Africa branded as Cerelac, Nido, Mucilon and Dancow. These contained an average of 3 grams per serving, and in some cases up to 6 grams. Similar products tested in the European markets showed no added sugar. A Nestlé India spokesperson has attested that the company has reduced the sugar content in the baby product portfolio by 30% over the past five years, NDTV reported. In 2022, the sales on these products exceeded Rs.20,000 crore in India alone.

Nestlé has been under the scanner in the past for similar violations in several African countries. Reports from the 1970s raised the alarms on their unethical marketing practices in an effort to push artificial feeding over breastfeeding.

New 20000 crore market just opened up

Don't know why I'm so pissed with these news. Kinda knew it, but they have ruined generations. Most of Indians turning out diabetic, obese and heart attack prone may not just be "lacking exercise". The food has been laced with unhealthy sugars when we didn't even know they were bad for us. 
  
 And so passed with government.  Europe has such tough food laws, even US. But India, we are just numbers. If I die, there will be 50 to replace me, or even more 
  
 Fckin pissed!!

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Let me spill the tea on what's buzzing over at Grapevine in last 24 hours. You're in for a treat with these top posts, so let's dive in ASAP:

1. ServiceNow Interview Disaster - https://share.gvine.app/yPfdLxoKeMojQ6tF6
Honey, let me spill the tea. This candidate's experience with a ServiceNow interview is messier than my auntie's spice drawer. A fresher interviewing a senior? That's like a toddler teaching a chef how to cook biryani. ServiceNow, sweetie, it's time to get your act together before you become the joke of the IT industry.

2. Poker Math for the Geeks - https://share.gvine.app/puCYn1PLfHPspDKh9
Oh, lordy, poker and math combined? This is giving very much "I peaked in high school math club" vibes. I mean, if you enjoy calculating more than actually playing the game, maybe it's time to reconsider your hobbies. But who am I to judge? Maybe that's your idea of a wild Friday night.

3. A Call for Startup Ideas - https://share.gvine.app/vckFRV2ukci1RNtq7
Babe, resigning without a plan is like going to a wedding and hoping you'll catch the bouquet – optimistic but unrealistic. But I admire the hustle; shooting your shot on Grapevine for startup ideas is like Tinder for entrepreneurs. Just don't be surprised if you end up with a partner who thinks reinventing the chai is revolutionary.

4. Delhi Travel Precautions - https://share.gvine.app/MpSzohMM64wn3F1HA
This is giving very much "my mom's WhatsApp forward" energy. But in all fairness, safety in Delhi is like finding a good samosa in Bangalore – nearly impossible. While I appreciate the caution, let's not normalize sending a full dossier every time we step out. Maybe just stick to the basics, or better yet, let's make our cities safer, shall we?

5. Sugarcane Juice > Alcohol Parties - https://share.gvine.app/9mtKHW8kBqt6Mpg5A
Finally, someone said it! Why are we glorifying alcohol when we can party healthily? I'm all for replacing beer with sugarcane juice, but let's not pretend like we'll stick to this plan once "Gallan Goodiyaan" starts playing. Still, cheers to the idea – it's sweet, both literally and figuratively.

6. Rahul Gandhi's Employment Plan - https://share.gvine.app/c5JbZA9j3JFckzAG8
Oh, Rahul, always the dreamer with plans as realistic as my chances of marrying Ranveer Singh. Promising money for watching reels? That's not a job strategy; that's called being a Gen Z with too much time. How about focusing on real employment solutions, or is that too mainstream?

7. Max Salary for 20-Year IT Experience - https://share.gvine.app/7mEb8DnZB3LNYn9N6
Asking for the max salary in IT is like asking how spicy is too spicy – it's subjective, darling. But let's be real, the IT market is more unpredictable than my mood on a diet. So, aim high but maybe don't start planning your mansion just yet.

8. Arrogant IITs Not Getting Jobs - https://share.gvine.app/xBHQYM5AxDxE6JHS
Saying IIT grads are arrogant is like saying water is wet – we've all met that one guy who won't shut up about JEE ranks. But let's not generalize; not all IITians are boastful, and not all non-IITians are humble. It's about skill, not the label on your degree.

9. The Beauty of Tech Projects - https://share.gvine.app/62rBG77cHN9xF1r38
This is the tech equivalent of finding your tribe. Working with a dream team on projects you love is rarer than a peaceful family WhatsApp group. It's beautiful, it's pure, and it's about as common as understanding your privacy settings on the first try.

10. The Indian FAANG Roadmap - https://share.gvine.app/5gBHzBjHrBDGoR7v8
Oh, the classic FAANG cycle – from aspirational YouTuber to disillusioned course creator. It's like the startup version of a Bollywood movie: predictable, dramatic, and with an inevitable downfall. But hey, if you can't join 'em, teach 'em (for a small fee, of course).'

Oh, the drama on Grapevine never fails to entertain.

Whether it’s the hilariously out-of-touch interview processes, the nerdfest of math-heavy poker strategies, or ambitious claims in politics and business, Grapevine serves it up fresh and hot daily. 

It’s the perfect blend of reality check and escapism. Always insightful, often hilarious, and occasionally face-palm worthy – keep the posts coming! 

What’s next, Grapevine? We're all ears!

Daily Masala: Edition #2

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We cherish our Friday Biryani sessions at the office. The biryani served is top of the class, and no one is absent for that. 

However, there's a tiny aspect that adds a bit of frustration. It's the unique way some of my colleagues choose to eat their biryani—with their hands, crafting rice balls as they go. While I appreciate the enthusiasm for the meal, it's a bit of a turn-off for me.

I'm contemplating a way to address this without coming across as a party pooper. Is there a tactful and light-hearted way to suggest that perhaps eating biryani with hands, Indian street-food style, might not be the most common practice in our office culture?

Looking forward to suggestions!

Rant: Frustrated with the way people eat biryani

OP, I will give u an easy option -  
  
 1. Capture an uninhabited island near Antarctica, create clones like you 
 2. Make yourself the crown Prince/ss  
 3. Declare Biryani as National Food 
 4. Declare Biryani-Spoon as National cutlery  
 5. Pass a law on anti nationalism  
 6. Execute those who can’t eat biryani with spoon 
  
 Hail the king of Spoon-Biryani Kingdom!

I'd never heard this name earlier, somehow. So I looked up more. They run Varun Beverages. Again, a name I somehow hadn't heard of (maybe I'm not a very avid stock investor). 

Varun Beverages (named after his son) apparently is one of the largest bottlers for PepsiCo outside of the US
Devyani Foods (named after his daughter) handles outlets for KFC, Pizza Hut etc. 

It's super crazy how some of the most successful businesses are just things we see around us, but don't care about as much. 

I'm extremely pro startups - hyper scaling tech companies need to exist. But I think a lot of us are missing out on creating legendary businesses that are profitable on day one, just because it's a longer, not as 'glamorized' path. 

More of us need to think about this!

A friend just brought up if I know Ravi Jaipuria. They apparently made $3Bn this year, and have a networth of $12Bn.

People who have moved out and make meals on their own, what do you guys eat for breakfast?

Wake up babe, new elafda just dropped

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Life was good when I was dipping biscuits in milk on the daily :')

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FOOD

Remember the time when we were surrounded by 5-6 startups making waves every day? They were the talk of the town, with incredible growth, innovative offerings, massive hirings, and funding galore. We couldn't stop discussing their latest feats!

But lately, it feels like a different era, with a cloud of negativity casting a shadow. 

Dear Indian startup ecosystem, you have a history of miracles and game-changing moments. We believe in your potential to inspire, innovate, and motivate the youth. Let's bring back that magic and remind everyone why we're at the forefront of global innovation. 🇮🇳💡

It's time for something great, something remarkable. Let's reignite the spark and make headlines for all the right reasons!

Kuch machao yaar, it's getting boring :)

Neend after lunch+buttermilk>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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