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The restaurant business isn’t just about serving meals—it’s a vital pillar of the Indian economy, nourishing both employment and national revenue. By 2028, the sector is projected to directly employ nearly 10.3 million people, up from 8.5 million in 2024. This makes it one of India’s largest job creators, outpacing several other industries in its capacity to provide livelihoods. Beyond job creation, the industry’s economic significance is undeniable—it contributes approximately 1.4% to national GST collections, making it a key player in bolstering the country’s fiscal health.
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September 2025
2025 is shaping up to be the year of electric car sales. In a first, India’s electric vehicles (EV) industry crossed the sales milestone of 100,000 units in FY25, fuelled by a slew of launches by major players, including Tata Motors, M&M, Ashok Leyland, JSW MG Motor, Hyundai, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. The issue also looks at the challenges ahead for Tata Sons chairman N. Chandrasekaran in his third term, and India’s possible responses to U.S. president Donald Trump’s 50% tariff on Indian goods. Read these compelling stories in the latest issue of Fortune India.