Tobacco

News and Trends

Indian Cigarette Manufacturers Set for 9-10% Revenue Growth: CRISIL Report

India is the second-largest tobacco producer, with leaf tobacco exports expected to rise from an average of 2.4 lakh tonnes over the past three years to 2.8-2.9 lakh tonnes this fiscal.

News and Trends

On World No Tobacco Day Government Issues Anti-Tobacco Rules For OTT Platforms

The notification stated that publishers of online curated content displaying tobacco products, or their use will be required to display anti-tobacco health spots each of a minimum of 30 seconds at the beginning and middle of the programme

Business News

Juul to Pay $14.5 Million to Settle Arizona Vaping Lawsuit

The agreement requires Juul to not advertise near schools, target anyone under 21 or use social media to market.

Lifestyle

This 27-year-old is Leading the Vaping Revolution in India

The bootstrapped start-up is looking to raise funds in the near future to open brick & mortar outlets

Lifestyle

These #3 Start-ups Help Quit Smoking For Good

Quitting smoking is a mental and physical process for which one needs to make specific changes in their lifestyle.

Starting a Business

A Conglomerate Of Conceptions

This discovery led to the foundation of his very first entrepreneurial venture that they named 'Herbal Tobacco Company'.

Business News

Philip Morris Wins Missouri Class Action Trial Over 'Light' Cigarettes

The plaintiffs were seeking an estimated $1.8 billion.

Business News

The Second Largest U.S. Tobacco Company to Ban Smoking In Its Offices

It's a little ironic. And also sad it has taken this long. But this tobacco giant will no longer allow the use of cigarettes, cigars or pipes inside conference rooms, offices or elevators.

Growing a Business

Does Social Responsibility Hurt a Company's Bottom Line?

For better returns, should you invest in businesses engaged in social responsibility, or those on the opposite end of the spectrum?

Growing a Business

CVS' Lesson: Let Your Brand Be Your Guide

The pharmacy's decision to pull tobacco products offers an example to follow.

Growing a Business

CVS to Quit Selling Tobacco Products

CVS is the first national pharmacy chain that will drop cigarettes and other tobacco products from its shelves -- a move that is estimated to cost the company $2 billion annually.

Starting a Business

Ex-Ballplayers Offer Coffee's Answer to Chew

Two former baseball players throw a curve at the consumer quest for caffeine. From our Business Unusual file.