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2022
Nestlé India withdraws KitKat packs after backlash
After social media backlash over images of Hindu deities on a limited KitKat range, Nestlé India withdrew the packs from the market and apologized, saying it regretted inadvertently hurting religious sentiments.
2021
Nestle India apologises for incorrect KitKat packaging depiction
Nestle India apologised after authorities objected to KitKat packaging that placed Keibul Lamjao National Park in Meghalaya and displayed a Red Panda said not to be found there. The company spokesperson said it would launch two new packs celebrating the parks.
2020
Nestlé India announces Entrepreneurship for YOUth initiative
Nestlé India announced its Entrepreneurship for YOUth initiative to support aspiring entrepreneurs through a franchise-operated kiosk business model. Applicants can set up Nestlé kiosks and gain experience in starting a food and beverage business.
2020
Nestlé India launches Nesternship
Nestlé India launched Nesternship, a virtual internship programme intended to offer young professionals opportunities to develop professional skills. The programme is planned to provide opportunities to 1,000 participants over four months.
2020
Nestlé India launches campaign promising Maggi’s return
Nestlé India rolled out a digital campaign promising consumers that it was trying to bring Maggi back to the market. The campaign was to be promoted on YouTube and Facebook.
2019
Nestlé India fined Rs 90 crore over GST rate cut
India's national anti-profiteering agency imposed a Rs 90 crore penalty on Nestlé India for not passing the GST reduction benefit on to consumers and ordered it to deposit the amount within three months. The order said the company had denied customers the benefit in contravention of the law and had profiteered.
2019
Nestlé India appoints David McDaniel as executive director and CFO
Nestlé India's board appointed David McDaniel as whole-time director, designated Executive Director–Finance & Control and Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 March 2020, for a five-year term subject to requisite approvals.