Food safety officials conducted a surprise raid at a KFC outlet in Mangaluru following a complaint of receiving “spoiled and foul-smelling chicken” ordered online. The outlet was located at the City Centre Mall on KS Rao Road, in the Hampankatta area of Mangaluru, Karnataka. Officials checked the kitchen, storeroom and cold storage areas during the raid and reportedly found expired cooking oil. The state authorities have officially sealed the outlet's godown facility. Samples of both the chicken stock and the cooking oil have been seized and sent to the Food Testing Laboratory in Mysuru for detailed analysis.&nbsp;&nbsp;<blockquote>Responding to the development, KFC India said: “As a responsible brand, KFC is firmly committed to providing high levels of food safety, quality and hygiene. The information circulating doesn’t depict the true facts. We source high-quality chicken from reputed suppliers across the country and actively comply with FSSAI guidelines, along with certain global quality standards, to serve quality food to our customers. The chicken we serve and store is as per norms and is prepared in-store every day, and each piece undergoes multiple stringent quality and safety checks from the suppliers’ farm to the consumers’ plate. We’re fully cooperating with the concerned authorities and are reviewing the matter in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Any customer who wishes to know more about KFC’s strict kitchen procedures and safety protocols can contact the restaurant manager for a kitchen tour.”</blockquote>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-missile-targeted-delhi-operation-sindoor-1786874457024">Pakistan targeted Delhi with high-speed missile during Operation Sindoor: Discovery documentary</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Mangaluru, Karnataka: Food safety officials conducted a surprise raid at a KFC outlet in Mangaluru&#39;s City Centre on K.S. Rao Road following a customer complaint alleging that they received spoiled, foul-smelling chicken ordered online. During the inspection of the kitchen,… <a href="https://t.co/K0InEr2ghz">pic.twitter.com/K0InEr2ghz</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2088666900159176770?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 15, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Increased scrutiny of hygiene and food safety across India</h2>The raid comes in the wake of increased scrutiny of hygiene and food safety violations. In Maharashtra, the Food and Drug Administration has recently taken action against several food establishments over violations of the food safety guidelines. In August 2026, Maharashtra suspended the permits of 12 warehouses belonging to grocery giants Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy’s Instamart due to cockroach infestations, rodent droppings, and rotten produce.Popular chains like Domino's, KFC, McDonald's, and Burger King are also under the radar. There have been several reports of food adulteration across India. &nbsp;Multiple raids have resulted in the seizure and destruction of 1,000 kg of contaminated paneer and khoya in Ghaziabad, thousands of kilograms of synthetic-dye-laced tea powder in Hyderabad, and the unmasking of syndicates manufacturing synthetic milk using skimmed milk powder, caustic soda, and commercial shampoo.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Food safety officials raided a KFC outlet in Mangaluru after a complaint of spoiled chicken. Officials found expired cooking oil and sealed the godown.

Food safety officials conducted a surprise raid at a KFC outlet in Mangaluru following a complaint of receiving “spoiled and foul-smelling chicken” ordered online. The outlet was located at the City Centre Mall on KS Rao Road, in the Hampankatta area of Mangaluru, Karnataka. Officials checked the kitchen, storeroom and cold storage areas during the raid and reportedly found expired cooking oil. The state authorities have officially sealed the outlet's godown facility. Samples of both the chicken stock and the cooking oil have been seized and sent to the Food Testing Laboratory in Mysuru for detailed analysis. Responding to the development, KFC India said: “As a responsible brand, KFC is firmly committed to providing high levels of food safety, quality and hygiene. The information circulating doesn’t depict the true facts. We source high-quality chicken from reputed suppliers across the country and actively comply with FSSAI guidelines, along with certain global quality standards, to serve quality food to our customers. The chicken we serve and store is as per norms and is prepared in-store every day, and each piece undergoes multiple stringent quality and safety checks from the suppliers’ farm to the consumers’ plate. We’re fully cooperating with the concerned authorities and are reviewing the matter in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Any customer who wishes to know more about KFC’s strict kitchen procedures and safety protocols can contact the restaurant manager for a kitchen tour.” Also Read: Pakistan targeted Delhi with high-speed missile during Operation Sindoor: Discovery documentary

Food safety officials raided a KFC outlet in Mangaluru after a complaint of spoiled chicken. Officials found expired cooking oil and sealed the godown.

KFC Mangaluru outlet sealed after complaint of spoiled and foul smelling chicken, KFC India issues statement

Crowds gathered at a KFC in Somerset, UK, to bid farewell to Pauline Richards — fondly known as "Miss KFC" — who served at the outlet since 1978. A town icon and beloved face behind the counter, Pauline's funeral procession passed the KFC where she worked for over 45 years, as locals paid their final respects.


Taunton bids farewell to Pauline Richard: world's longest-serving KFC employee

A viral video showing a man eating chicken inside a vegetarian restaurant run by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in London has sparked outrage on social media. In the clip, a man of African descent enters the pure vegetarian restaurant and asks the staff if meat is served there. When the staff deny, the man pulls out a box of KFC chicken and starts eating it inside the eatery. The incident, caught on video, has triggered anger from netizens.&nbsp;In the footage, the man can be seen asking the staff of Govinda’s restaurant, “Is this a vegan restaurant?” To which the staff standing behind the counter replies, “Yes.” He again asks, “So there’s no meat?” The woman behind the counter replies, “No meat, no onion, no garlic.”&nbsp;He then pulls out a KFC chicken bucket and starts eating it in front of them. When the staff tells him to go outside, he even offers the food to the staff and customers. A customer tells him, “You’re actually violating somebody’s religion, and this is not fair!”&nbsp;Indian rapper and singer Badshah took to X to slam the incident. He posted, “Even the chicken would be embarrassed. Dude wasn’t hungry for chicken, he was hungry for some chappal on that face.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Horrendous. 😳😡 This African-British youth entered into ISKCON’s Govinda restaurant - knowingly that it’s pure Veg restaurant - asked if there’s meat available, then pulled out his KFC box and not only ate chicken (chewed like a 🐷), but also offered others working/eating in… <a href="https://t.co/TtPJz9Jg7m">pic.twitter.com/TtPJz9Jg7m</a>&mdash; Tathvam-asi (@ssaratht) <a href="https://twitter.com/ssaratht/status/1946653603923677563?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>Social media expresses outrage</h2>&nbsp;The incident drew massive criticism on social media. “Horrendous,” a social media user wrote. “What should we call this? Racism or pure Hindu Hate?” Another person wrote, “This is absolutely not acceptable.”&nbsp;“Hope the complaint was filed in the local police station … Don’t know if he can be arrested for this or not, but this is pure hate towards Hindus and he is fully aware that Hindus won’t retaliate, so had the courage to do such a horrendous thing,” one person said.&nbsp;“He achieved nothing by harassing people! Zero achievement but created a nuisance in society,” another person wrote. A user said, “Filthy &amp; Sick mindset.”Another user said, “Shameful act, he intentionally ate Chicken to offend or trigger Vegans. He Got Lucky to get away without anyone slapping him.” One said, “This is harassment on purpose.”&nbsp;Founded in 1966 by AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, ISKCON is a global spiritual organisation which promotes Krishna consciousness and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and Vedic scriptures.&nbsp;

The incident drew massive criticism on social media. Indian rapper and singer Badshah also took to X to express outrage over the incident.

A viral video showing a man eating chicken inside a vegetarian restaurant run by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in London has sparked outrage on social media. In the clip, a man of African descent enters the pure vegetarian restaurant and asks the staff if meat is served there. When the staff deny, the man pulls out a box of KFC chicken and starts eating it inside the eatery. The incident, caught on video, has triggered anger from netizens. In the footage, the man can be seen asking the staff of Govinda’s restaurant, “Is this a vegan restaurant?” To which the staff standing behind the counter replies, “Yes.” He again asks, “So there’s no meat?” The woman behind the counter replies, “No meat, no onion, no garlic.” He then pulls out a KFC chicken bucket and starts eating it in front of them. When the staff tells him to go outside, he even offers the food to the staff and customers. A customer tells him, “You’re actually violating somebody’s religion, and this is not fair!” Indian rapper and singer Badshah took to X to slam the incident. He posted, “Even the chicken would be embarrassed. Dude wasn’t hungry for chicken, he was hungry for some chappal on that face.”

The incident drew massive criticism on social media. Indian rapper and singer Badshah also took to X to express outrage over the incident.

Man eats KFC chicken inside ISKCON’s vegetarian restaurant in London; Netizens express outrage | WATCH

Hindu Raksha Dal members on Thursday (July 17) protested outside a KFC outlet in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, calling for a ban on the sale of non-vegetarian food during the holy Hindu month of Sawan. The protest was also organised outside a local restaurant, Nazir, disrupting business and resulting in a temporary shutdown of both venues, according to report in Aaj Tak.&nbsp;The video was filmed and has gone viral on social media platforms. In several videos, members of the right-wing group were seen holding saffron flags and chanting religious slogans like "Jai Sri Ram" and "Har Har Mahadev". There is also a video which shows protesters forcibly pulling down the shutter of the KFC restaurant in Ghaziabad.&nbsp;The group also stood in front of the shuttered shopfront and chanted “Har Har Mahadev.” In another video, the protesters are also seen entering the restaurant building, confronting staff and calling for a shutdown. "All these items should be prohibited during the month of Sawan," one of the protesters was heard saying in the video.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">KFC outlet selling meat during Sawan shut down by Hindus in Ghaziabad UP. Meat should be banned from India. Choose Vegetarian Choose Vegan <a href="https://t.co/UgMuD9bzR9">pic.twitter.com/UgMuD9bzR9</a>&mdash; Byomkesh Bakshi (@_Byomkesh) <a href="https://twitter.com/_Byomkesh/status/1946117523780571183?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In another video, the members of the group are heard quarreling with the staff at the restaurant, insisting that the outlet sell only vegetarian food for the month of Sawan. "All these things (non-veg) should be banned in the month of Sawan," one of the protester said.&nbsp;The protesters were not seen engaging in physical violence but insisted that sales of meat be stopped, appealing to religious sentiments during the month of Lord Shiva. Sawan, or Shravan as it is commonly called, is a sacred month in the Hindu calendar, particularly for those who worship Lord Shiva. The majority of people fast and abstain from meat, liquor, and even onion and garlic during this month. The Kanwar Yatra, one of the biggest pilgrimages during this time, witnesses thousands of kanwariyas collect Ganga water to offer at Shiva temples. In several places, local authorities enforce partial meat sale restrictions during the month but no state-wide prohibition exists.

WATCH-Right-wing group protests outside KFC over meat sale during Sawan, demands vegetarian menu

Hindu Raksha Dal members on Thursday (July 17) protested outside a KFC outlet in Uttar Pradesh's Ghaziabad, calling for a ban on the sale of non-vegetarian food during the holy Hindu month of Sawan. The protest was also organised outside a local restaurant, Nazir, disrupting business and resulting in a temporary shutdown of both venues, according to report in Aaj Tak. The video was filmed and has gone viral on social media platforms. In several videos, members of the right-wing group were seen holding saffron flags and chanting religious slogans like "Jai Sri Ram" and "Har Har Mahadev". There is also a video which shows protesters forcibly pulling down the shutter of the KFC restaurant in Ghaziabad. The group also stood in front of the shuttered shopfront and chanted “Har Har Mahadev.” In another video, the protesters are also seen entering the restaurant building, confronting staff and calling for a shutdown. "All these items should be prohibited during the month of Sawan," one of the protesters was heard saying in the video.

In the video which has gone viral, members of the outfit can be heard arguing with the restaurant staff, insisting that the outlet serve only vegetarian food during the month of Sawan

WATCH-Right-wing group protests outside KFC over meat sale during Shravan, demands vegetarian menu

Violent pro-Palestine protests in Pakistan have turned deadly, with a KFC staff member reportedly killed and multiple outlets vandalised across Islamabad, Karachi, and Lahore. The US-based food chain is facing growing backlash over its perceived links to Israel. Police have arrested over 145 people as tensions escalate.

Pakistan: KFC staff dead in violent protests, police arrest over 145

Pakistan&rsquo;s Minister of State for Interior, Tallal Chaudhry, on Saturday, strongly condemned the recent incidents of vandalism at international fast-food outlets in the country and warned that the government would take strict action against the attackers.
Chaudhry told reporters in Faisalabad that the state would deal &ldquo;strictly&rdquo; with anyone involved in damaging public or private property, saying such acts would be treated as &ldquo;no different than a terrorist attack&rdquo;.
Chaudhry made the remark after recent attacks on outlets of international fast-food chains across Sindh and Punjab &mdash; as a form of protest and boycott against Israeli atrocities in Gaza. In one incident, a worker was fatally shot when armed men attacked a restaurant in Sheikhupura on April 14.
Protesters have been urging a boycott of the Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) chain, claiming it to be a symbol of the US and its ally Israel.
There were at least 20 attacks on KFC outlets across Pakistan in the past week.
Several videos on social media show mobs armed with iron rods entering KFC stores and threatening to burn them down. In Karachi, two KFC stores were set on fire.
A video also shows a man shouting, &ldquo;They are buying bullets with the money you make.&rdquo;
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&ldquo;These franchises invest over $100 million in Pakistan, employ more than 25,000 people, pay 100% taxes, and buy from local vendors,&rdquo; said Chaudhry. &ldquo;The entire profit stays in Pakistan. What excuse is there for such attacks?&rdquo;
Chaudhry said, &ldquo;The state has a responsibility to protect the lives and properties, whether they are of Pakistani businesses or foreigners investing here.&rdquo; &ldquo;And any such individual who would attack [such outlets] would be dealt with strictly,&rdquo; Chaudhry asserted.
&ldquo;The recent few attacks on KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken); around 20 such incidents took place in various locations across Pakistan,&rdquo; he stated.
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He said 145 people were arrested and 12 first information reports (FIRs) were registered over the attacks in Punjab.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The franchise owner is a Pakistani and a Muslim. The entire management of this [food chain] is from Pakistan. Whatever items they use, they buy them from Pakistani vendors, shopkeepers, and markets. [&hellip;] Its entire profit also remains within Pakistan,&rdquo; he added.
Calling investors Pakistan&rsquo;s &ldquo;crown&rdquo;, Chaudhry reiterated that their protection was the government&rsquo;s responsibility and it was fulfilling it.
Such attacks would be dealt with in the &ldquo;same manner as a terrorist attack&rdquo;, he added.
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The attacks were suspected to be actions under the global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, that targets corporations and institutions in solidarity with the Palestinian struggle.
The BDS movement targets companies that play a clear and direct role in Israel&rsquo;s crimes by targeted boycotts. People boycott all products and services of companies tied in any way to Israel.
Some companies are targeted by grassroots organic boycott campaigns, not initiated by the BDS movement. However, BDS supports these boycott campaigns as these companies, or their branches or franchisees in Israel openly support Israel and/or provide donations to the Israeli military. BDS thus supports grassroots organic boycott action against McDonald&rsquo;s, Coca-Cola, Burger King, Papa John&rsquo;s, Pizza Hut, Domino's Pizza, and WIX. However, KFC is not on the list.
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World | Pakistan: Chaudhry made the remark after recent attacks on outlets of international fast-food chains across Sindh and Punjab — as a form of protest and boycott against Israeli atrocities in Gaza.

Pakistan’s Minister of State for Interior, Tallal Chaudhry, on Saturday, strongly condemned the recent incidents of vandalism at international fast-food outlets in the country and warned that the government would take strict action against the attackers. Chaudhry told reporters in Faisalabad that the state would deal “strictly” with anyone involved in damaging public or private property, saying such acts would be treated as “no different than a terrorist attack”. Chaudhry made the remark after recent attacks on outlets of international fast-food chains across Sindh and Punjab — as a form of protest and boycott against Israeli atrocities in Gaza. In one incident, a worker was fatally shot when armed men attacked a restaurant in Sheikhupura on April 14. Protesters have been urging a boycott of the Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) chain, claiming it to be a symbol of the US and its ally Israel. There were at least 20 attacks on KFC outlets across Pakistan in the past week. Several videos on social media show mobs armed with iron rods entering KFC stores and threatening to burn them down. In Karachi, two KFC stores were set on fire. A video also shows a man shouting, “They are buying bullets with the money you make.” Also Read | Putin announces ‘Easter truce’ in Ukraine conflict, orders military to halt fighting “These franchises invest over $100 million in Pakistan, employ more than 25,000 people, pay 100% taxes, and buy from local vendors,” said Chaudhry. “The entire profit stays in Pakistan. What excuse is there for such attacks?” Chaudhry said, “The state has a responsibility to protect the lives and properties, whether they are of Pakistani businesses or foreigners investing here.” “And any such individual who would attack [such outlets] would be dealt with strictly,” Chaudhry asserted. “The recent few attacks on KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken); around 20 such incidents took place in various locations across Pakistan,” he stated. Also Read | Scientists stretch colour palette, identify a new, unseen hue, name it ‘olo’ He said 145 people were arrested and 12 first information reports (FIRs) were registered over the attacks in Punjab. “The franchise owner is a Pakistani and a Muslim. The entire management of this [food chain] is from Pakistan. Whatever items they use, they buy them from Pakistani vendors, shopkeepers, and markets. […] Its entire profit also remains within Pakistan,” he added. Calling investors Pakistan’s “crown”, Chaudhry reiterated that their protection was the government’s responsibility and it was fulfilling it. Such attacks would be dealt with in the “same manner as a terrorist attack”, he added. Also Read | Organised crime in Canada worse than Punjab’s, say kin of Indian student killed in Ontario The attacks were suspected to be actions under the global Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, that targets corporations and institutions in solidarity with the Palestinian struggle. The BDS movement targets companies that play a clear and direct role in Israel’s crimes by targeted boycotts. People boycott all products and services of companies tied in any way to Israel. Some companies are targeted by grassroots organic boycott campaigns, not initiated by the BDS movement. However, BDS supports these boycott campaigns as these companies, or their branches or franchisees in Israel openly support Israel and/or provide donations to the Israeli military. BDS thus supports grassroots organic boycott action against McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Burger King, Papa John’s, Pizza Hut, Domino's Pizza, and WIX. However, KFC is not on the list.

Pak minister condemns vandalism of fast-food outlets, warns attackers of strict action

Protests have erupted in Pakistan's US fast food chain KFC. The anti-US sentiment has given rise to multiple mob attacks; 10 have been reported so far.
KFC was in the line of fire over Israel-Hamas conflict in the past as well. Scores of people have been arrested in the South Asian country in the recent weeks.
Arrests have been made in Karachi, Lahore, and the capital, Islamabad. 11 such violent episodes of attacks and vandalism have been reported and at least 178 people were arrested.
The US chain has not issued any statement on the matter as yet.
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An official was quoted on condition of anonymity in the news agency Reuters, he said, one KFC employee was shot and killed this week in a store on the outskirts of Lahore by unknown gunmen. The official added there was no protest at the time and they were investigating whether the killing was motivated by political sentiment or some other reason.
While in Lahore, the police has beefed up security at 27 KFC outlets. The city has seen two attacks already and five others were averted.
Faisal Kamran, a senior Lahore police officer said, "We are investigating the role of different individuals and groups in these attacks."
He added that 11 people, including a member of the Islamist religious party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), were arrested in the city. He added the protests were not officially organised by TLP.
TLP spokesman Rehan Mohsin Khan said, "(TLP) has urged Muslims to boycott Israeli products, but it has not given any call for protest outside KFC."
He added, "If any other person claiming to be a TLP leader or activist has indulged in such activity, it should be taken as his personal act which has nothing to do with the party&rsquo;s policy."

Protests have erupted in Pakistan's US fast food chain KFC. The anti-US sentiment has given rise to multiple mob attacks; 10 have been reported so far. World

Protests have erupted in Pakistan's US fast food chain KFC. The anti-US sentiment has given rise to multiple mob attacks; 10 have been reported so far. KFC was in the line of fire over Israel-Hamas conflict in the past as well. Scores of people have been arrested in the South Asian country in the recent weeks. Arrests have been made in Karachi, Lahore, and the capital, Islamabad. 11 such violent episodes of attacks and vandalism have been reported and at least 178 people were arrested. The US chain has not issued any statement on the matter as yet. Also read: What is two-nation theory mentioned in Pakistan Gen Asim Munir's Hindu vs Muslim speech, and how successful is it? Origin, aftermath An official was quoted on condition of anonymity in the news agency Reuters, he said, one KFC employee was shot and killed this week in a store on the outskirts of Lahore by unknown gunmen. The official added there was no protest at the time and they were investigating whether the killing was motivated by political sentiment or some other reason. While in Lahore, the police has beefed up security at 27 KFC outlets. The city has seen two attacks already and five others were averted. Faisal Kamran, a senior Lahore police officer said, "We are investigating the role of different individuals and groups in these attacks." He added that 11 people, including a member of the Islamist religious party Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP), were arrested in the city. He added the protests were not officially organised by TLP. TLP spokesman Rehan Mohsin Khan said, "(TLP) has urged Muslims to boycott Israeli products, but it has not given any call for protest outside KFC." He added, "If any other person claiming to be a TLP leader or activist has indulged in such activity, it should be taken as his personal act which has nothing to do with the party’s policy."

KFC outlets vandalised in Pakistan over anti-US sentiment

Fresh protests have erupted in Bangladesh over Israel's latest offensive in Gaza. Protests turned violent on Tuesday with protesters looting and vandalising international brand outlets such as Bata, KFC and Puma for their alleged ties with Israel. However, brands have issued statements clarifying their position.&nbsp;
Thousands took to the streets in Bangladesh's Sylhet, Chattogram, Khulna, Barishal, Cumilla and Dhaka and raised slogans in support of with Palestinians and against US President Donald Trump. They called for a nationwide boycott of Israeli-linked products, as per a report by Dhaka Tribune.
In Sylhet, protestors stormed a KFC restaurant with bottles of soft drinks perceived to be Israeli-affiliated being smashed, according to Bangla Tribune. A similar scene unfolded in Cox&rsquo;s Bazar, where protesters threw stones at the signboards of KFC and Pizza Hut. In Chittagong, protests turned violent and KFC and Pizza Hut outlets were vandalised with people throwing bricks, stones, and shoes.&nbsp;
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Islamist Terrorists vandalize and loot shops in Bangladesh in the name of anti-Israel protest: Global brands like KFC, Bata, Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut fall under attack --- As protests spread across Bangladesh in response to Israeli attacks on Gaza, several turned violent on&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/I0Up7Oi2PK">pic.twitter.com/I0Up7Oi2PK</a>
&mdash; Bangladesh Perspectives (@bdperspectives) <a href="https://twitter.com/bdperspectives/status/1909331496164549016?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 7, 2025</a></blockquote>
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As per a report in Dhaka Tribune, law enforcement agencies have been accused of inaction. Former IGP Muhammed Nurul Huda was quoted saying, "Based on intelligence reports, the administration should have kept these areas under special surveillance", adding that the police must be more active and accountable to prevent such situations in the future. Crime analyst Md Omar Faruk was quoted saying that the deteriorating law and order poses a threat to national stability. However, the police claimed that they were on high alert and those involved in the looting and vandalism had political backing, as per local reports. BNP National Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed also criticised the government and law enforcement for failure to prevent these incidents.
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<h2>Bata issues statement after vandalism</h2>
Bata Bangladesh released an official statement denouncing the attacks on its stores and rejecting claims of Israeli ownership.&nbsp;Bata, a Czech Republic company, opened its first outlet in Bangladesh in 1962.
"We are aware of inaccurate claims suggesting that Bata is an Israeli-owned company or has political affiliations in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Bata is a privately held, family-owned company founded in the Czech Republic, with no political ties to the conflict," Bata said in a statement released to Bangladeshi media.
"It is deeply regrettable that some of our retail locations in Bangladesh have recently been subjected to vandalism, apparently triggered by these false narratives," it said.
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Puma is a German multinational company but faced backlash on social media over its sponsorship of the Israel Football Association (IFA) in 2018. The deal ended in 2024.&nbsp;KFC is an American company and has outlets in Israel. However, it faced backlash after it acquired Tel Aviv-based Tictuk Technologies, a marketing firm, in 2021.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World | Protests against Israel turned violent in Bangladesh with protesters vandalising international brand outlets such as Bata, KFC and Puma

Fresh protests have erupted in Bangladesh over Israel's latest offensive in Gaza. Protests turned violent on Tuesday with protesters looting and vandalising international brand outlets such as Bata, KFC and Puma for their alleged ties with Israel. However, brands have issued statements clarifying their position. Thousands took to the streets in Bangladesh's Sylhet, Chattogram, Khulna, Barishal, Cumilla and Dhaka and raised slogans in support of with Palestinians and against US President Donald Trump. They called for a nationwide boycott of Israeli-linked products, as per a report by Dhaka Tribune. In Sylhet, protestors stormed a KFC restaurant with bottles of soft drinks perceived to be Israeli-affiliated being smashed, according to Bangla Tribune. A similar scene unfolded in Cox’s Bazar, where protesters threw stones at the signboards of KFC and Pizza Hut. In Chittagong, protests turned violent and KFC and Pizza Hut outlets were vandalised with people throwing bricks, stones, and shoes. Islamist Terrorists vandalize and loot shops in Bangladesh in the name of anti-Israel protest: Global brands like KFC, Bata, Domino's Pizza, Pizza Hut fall under attack --- As protests spread across Bangladesh in response to Israeli attacks on Gaza, several turned violent on… pic.twitter.com/I0Up7Oi2PK — Bangladesh Perspectives (@bdperspectives) April 7, 2025 Read More | Bangladesh, China sign nine agreements to strengthen bilateral ties As per a report in Dhaka Tribune, law enforcement agencies have been accused of inaction. Former IGP Muhammed Nurul Huda was quoted saying, "Based on intelligence reports, the administration should have kept these areas under special surveillance", adding that the police must be more active and accountable to prevent such situations in the future. Crime analyst Md Omar Faruk was quoted saying that the deteriorating law and order poses a threat to national stability. However, the police claimed that they were on high alert and those involved in the looting and vandalism had political backing, as per local reports. BNP National Standing Committee Member Salahuddin Ahmed also criticised the government and law enforcement for failure to prevent these incidents. Read More | PM Modi meets Bangladesh's Muhammad Yunus on BIMSTEC Summit sidelines Bata issues statement after vandalism Bata Bangladesh released an official statement denouncing the attacks on its stores and rejecting claims of Israeli ownership. Bata, a Czech Republic company, opened its first outlet in Bangladesh in 1962. "We are aware of inaccurate claims suggesting that Bata is an Israeli-owned company or has political affiliations in the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Bata is a privately held, family-owned company founded in the Czech Republic, with no political ties to the conflict," Bata said in a statement released to Bangladeshi media. "It is deeply regrettable that some of our retail locations in Bangladesh have recently been subjected to vandalism, apparently triggered by these false narratives," it said. Read More | ‘Better to split up Bangladesh than…’: Northeast leader’s response to Yunus remark Puma is a German multinational company but faced backlash on social media over its sponsorship of the Israel Football Association (IFA) in 2018. The deal ended in 2024. KFC is an American company and has outlets in Israel. However, it faced backlash after it acquired Tel Aviv-based Tictuk Technologies, a marketing firm, in 2021. Read More | Trump says 'sometimes you have to take medicine to fix something' as markets tumble (With inputs from agencies)

Attack on Bata, Pizza Hut, KFC outlets in Bangladesh: What we know about the latest protest

KFC, which stands for Kentucky Fried Chicken, won't be based out of the American state mentioned in its name. The fast food firm announced on Tuesday (Feb 18) that it would relocate its US headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky to Plano, Texas, effective within the next six months. As a result, approximately 100 employees will be relocated to the new headquarters.
&ldquo;I am disappointed by this decision and believe the company's founder would be, too,&rdquo; Governor Andy Beshear said in a statement. &ldquo;This company's name starts with Kentucky, and it has marketed our state's heritage and culture in the sale of its product.&rdquo;
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<h2 dir="ltr">90 remote workers asked to relocate</h2>
Yum! Brands, KFC's parent company, stated that the relocation is part of a broader strategy to establish dual corporate headquarters, with one in Plano, Texas, and the other in Irvine, California.
Alongside the KFC headquarters relocation, Yum! Brands is also requiring around 90 remote workers to relocate, with a transition period of 18 months for these employees to make the move.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Flagship store in Louisville</h2>
Despite moving the chain from Kentucky to Texas, the company and the KFC Foundation plan to maintain corporate offices in Louisville, Kentucky. 
The chain is also planning on opening a flagship store in Louisville.
&ldquo;These changes position us for sustainable growth and will help us better serve our customers, employees, franchisees, and shareholders,&rdquo; David Gibbs, Yum! Brands Chief Executive Officer said, according to a local Fox News outlet.
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"Ultimately, bringing more of our people together on a consistent basis will maximise our unrivaled culture and talent as a competitive advantage. I&rsquo;m confident this is another important step in growing our iconic restaurant brands globally.&rdquo;
<h2 dir="ltr">Colonel Harland Sanders founded KFC in 1930</h2>
KFC was founded by Colonel Harland Sanders who first served chicken to travellers at a roadside motel in Kentucky in the 1930s.
The first KFC restaurant was launched in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1952 by Pete Harman, the company's inaugural franchisee.&nbsp;
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Prior to this, Colonel Sanders perfected his signature fried chicken recipe, which featured a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices, at service stations in Nicholasville and Corbin, Kentucky, where he experimented with pressure cooking techniques.
He sold the company to a group of investors led by John Y Brown Sr and Jack C&nbsp; Massey in 1964.&nbsp;
The company was led by multiple different people throughout the years before being consolidated with Pizza Hut and Taco Bell when PepsiCo spun off its restaurant division in 1997 into what was rebranded as Yum! Brands 2002.
KFC currently has more than 30,000 restaurants across 150 countries.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: KFC is set to move its US headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky to Plano, Texas within six months, affecting about 100 employees who will relocate.

KFC, which stands for Kentucky Fried Chicken, won't be based out of the American state mentioned in its name. The fast food firm announced on Tuesday (Feb 18) that it would relocate its US headquarters from Louisville, Kentucky to Plano, Texas, effective within the next six months. As a result, approximately 100 employees will be relocated to the new headquarters. “I am disappointed by this decision and believe the company's founder would be, too,” Governor Andy Beshear said in a statement. “This company's name starts with Kentucky, and it has marketed our state's heritage and culture in the sale of its product.” Also read | Trump blames Zelensky for Ukraine's war with Russia; 'You should have never started it' 90 remote workers asked to relocate Yum! Brands, KFC's parent company, stated that the relocation is part of a broader strategy to establish dual corporate headquarters, with one in Plano, Texas, and the other in Irvine, California. Alongside the KFC headquarters relocation, Yum! Brands is also requiring around 90 remote workers to relocate, with a transition period of 18 months for these employees to make the move. Also read | Trump says he will ‘probably’ meet Putin this month; dismisses Ukraine concerns Flagship store in Louisville Despite moving the chain from Kentucky to Texas, the company and the KFC Foundation plan to maintain corporate offices in Louisville, Kentucky. The chain is also planning on opening a flagship store in Louisville. “These changes position us for sustainable growth and will help us better serve our customers, employees, franchisees, and shareholders,” David Gibbs, Yum! Brands Chief Executive Officer said, according to a local Fox News outlet. Also read | Musk-Trump 'bromance' shines in joint interview as DOGE chief calls himself 'tech support' for US prez "Ultimately, bringing more of our people together on a consistent basis will maximise our unrivaled culture and talent as a competitive advantage. I’m confident this is another important step in growing our iconic restaurant brands globally.” Colonel Harland Sanders founded KFC in 1930 KFC was founded by Colonel Harland Sanders who first served chicken to travellers at a roadside motel in Kentucky in the 1930s. The first KFC restaurant was launched in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1952 by Pete Harman, the company's inaugural franchisee. Also read | San Francisco authorities rule OpenAI Researcher's death a suicide, family, Musk disputes finding Prior to this, Colonel Sanders perfected his signature fried chicken recipe, which featured a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices, at service stations in Nicholasville and Corbin, Kentucky, where he experimented with pressure cooking techniques. He sold the company to a group of investors led by John Y Brown Sr and Jack C Massey in 1964. The company was led by multiple different people throughout the years before being consolidated with Pizza Hut and Taco Bell when PepsiCo spun off its restaurant division in 1997 into what was rebranded as Yum! Brands 2002. KFC currently has more than 30,000 restaurants across 150 countries. (With inputs from agencies)

Not Kentucky Fried Chicken? KFC moving US headquarters from Kentucky to Texas

Kentucky Fried Chicken without the chicken? That might happen in the Indian city of Ayodhya, home to the Ram Mandir. 
 
Since the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in&nbsp;Ayodhya on January 22, the north Indian city has been undergoing a transformation into a tourism hotspot. Discussions are underway regarding the possibility of various food chains opening outlets in the holy city, all of which will exclusively serve vegetarian food to adhere to local customs and regulations.

One notable contender is Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), recognised globally for its chicken-based menu. While KFC already has a regular outlet along the Ayodhya-Lucknow highway, non-vegetarian food items are prohibited within the sacred city. However, Ayodhya authorities are open to welcoming KFC if they are willing to adjust their menu to include only vegetarian offerings.

"We are ready to provide even KFC a space if it decides to sell only vegetarian items," stated Vishal Singh, a government official in Ayodhya, as reported by Indian website Moneycontrol.

Singh emphasised the city's receptiveness to big food chain outlets, with the sole stipulation being the exclusion of non-vegetarian fare within the 'panch Kosi' area.

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<h2>Continued trend of vegetarian fast food</h2>

Should KFC choose to adopt an all-vegetarian menu, it would not be the first instance of a fast-food chain making such a shift in India.

In 2013, Subway opened an all-vegetarian outlet in Ahmedabad, even offering Jain options, according to The Times of India.

This move followed the introduction of the first all-vegetarian outlet by a US fast-food company at a private university in Punjab.

Pizza chains like Pizza Hut and Domino's Pizza have also embraced the vegetarian trend in certain regions. Pizza Hut's all-vegetarian outlet in Ahmedabad, which also caters to Jain dietary preferences, marked the company's inaugural venture into vegetarian dining worldwide.

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Even McDonald's has tailored its menu to suit Indian tastes, offering exclusively vegetarian items like McCurry, McVeggie, and Paneer Wrap, as reported by HuffPost.

These options are unique to McDonald's restaurants in India and are not available in its US establishments.

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Kentucky Fried Chicken without the chicken? That might happen in the Indian city of Ayodhya, home to the Ram Mandir. Since the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, the north Indian city has been undergoing a transformation into a tourism hotspot.

Kentucky Fried Chicken without the chicken? That might happen in the Indian city of Ayodhya, home to the Ram Mandir. Since the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, the north Indian city has been undergoing a transformation into a tourism hotspot. Discussions are underway regarding the possibility of various food chains opening outlets in the holy city, all of which will exclusively serve vegetarian food to adhere to local customs and regulations. One notable contender is Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), recognised globally for its chicken-based menu. While KFC already has a regular outlet along the Ayodhya-Lucknow highway, non-vegetarian food items are prohibited within the sacred city. However, Ayodhya authorities are open to welcoming KFC if they are willing to adjust their menu to include only vegetarian offerings. "We are ready to provide even KFC a space if it decides to sell only vegetarian items," stated Vishal Singh, a government official in Ayodhya, as reported by Indian website Moneycontrol. Singh emphasised the city's receptiveness to big food chain outlets, with the sole stipulation being the exclusion of non-vegetarian fare within the 'panch Kosi' area. Also read | Exclusive: Meet the architect who infused Ayodhya’s essence into its airport design Continued trend of vegetarian fast food Should KFC choose to adopt an all-vegetarian menu, it would not be the first instance of a fast-food chain making such a shift in India. In 2013, Subway opened an all-vegetarian outlet in Ahmedabad, even offering Jain options, according to The Times of India. This move followed the introduction of the first all-vegetarian outlet by a US fast-food company at a private university in Punjab. Pizza chains like Pizza Hut and Domino's Pizza have also embraced the vegetarian trend in certain regions. Pizza Hut's all-vegetarian outlet in Ahmedabad, which also caters to Jain dietary preferences, marked the company's inaugural venture into vegetarian dining worldwide. Also watch | Ayodhya sets Guinness record by lighting over 2.4 million diyas Even McDonald's has tailored its menu to suit Indian tastes, offering exclusively vegetarian items like McCurry, McVeggie, and Paneer Wrap, as reported by HuffPost. These options are unique to McDonald's restaurants in India and are not available in its US establishments. (With inputs agencies)

India: Ayodhya gears up for vegetarian KFC near Ram temple; menu changes expected

An Indian court has ruled that the multinational fast food chain KFC cannot claim&nbsp;exclusivity in the use of the word "chicken." The Delhi High Court's ruling followed a Kentucky Fried Chicken International Holdings LLC appeal against the Senior Examiner of Trademarks' denial of the company's request to register "Chicken Zinger" as a trademark, as reported by PTI.&nbsp;

The court&nbsp;ordered the Trademark Registry to publish an advertisement in connection with the registration application for the mark "Chicken Zinger" and to address any opposition to the registration within three months.

"It is clarified that Appellant shall not have any exclusive rights in the word 'Chicken'. Trademarks Registry shall reflect this disclaimer at the time of advertisement of the subject mark and also if subject mark ultimately proceeds for registration," said Justice Sanjeev Narula in a recent order.

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&nbsp;The court observed that the mark in focus consisted of two words-- "Chicken" and "Zinger" and their use together "does not draw an instant connection", as reported by PTI.&nbsp;

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"The dictionary meaning of 'Zinger' is 'a thing outstandingly good of its kind' or 'a wisecrack; punch line' or 'a surprise question; an unexpected turn of events. Use of 'Zinger' in conjunction with 'Chicken' does not draw an instant connection with the kind of goods/ services and may at best, be considered suggestive," noted the court.

The court also noted that KFC has continued to register the word marks "Zinger" and "Paneer Zinger," and that the denial of registration for "Chicken Zinger" appeared to be motivated by the use of the term "Chicken," over which the restaurant chain cannot claim exclusivity.

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An Indian court has ruled that the multinational fast food chain KFC cannot claim exclusivity in the use of the word "chicken." The Delhi High Court's ruling followed a Kentucky Fried Chicken International Holdings LLC appeal against the Senior Examiner of Trademarks' denial of the company's request to register "Chicken Zinger" as a trademark, as reported by PTI.

An Indian court has ruled that the multinational fast food chain KFC cannot claim exclusivity in the use of the word "chicken." The Delhi High Court's ruling followed a Kentucky Fried Chicken International Holdings LLC appeal against the Senior Examiner of Trademarks' denial of the company's request to register "Chicken Zinger" as a trademark, as reported by PTI. The court ordered the Trademark Registry to publish an advertisement in connection with the registration application for the mark "Chicken Zinger" and to address any opposition to the registration within three months. "It is clarified that Appellant shall not have any exclusive rights in the word 'Chicken'. Trademarks Registry shall reflect this disclaimer at the time of advertisement of the subject mark and also if subject mark ultimately proceeds for registration," said Justice Sanjeev Narula in a recent order. ALSO READ | 'Five stars for the kitchen': Famous American sociologist amazed by meal served on Rajdhani Express The court observed that the mark in focus consisted of two words-- "Chicken" and "Zinger" and their use together "does not draw an instant connection", as reported by PTI. ALSO WATCH | Gravitas: Adani unable to go ahead with a $450 million deal "The dictionary meaning of 'Zinger' is 'a thing outstandingly good of its kind' or 'a wisecrack; punch line' or 'a surprise question; an unexpected turn of events. Use of 'Zinger' in conjunction with 'Chicken' does not draw an instant connection with the kind of goods/ services and may at best, be considered suggestive," noted the court. The court also noted that KFC has continued to register the word marks "Zinger" and "Paneer Zinger," and that the denial of registration for "Chicken Zinger" appeared to be motivated by the use of the term "Chicken," over which the restaurant chain cannot claim exclusivity. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Fast food giant KFC has apologised after it asked its customers in Germany to 'commemorate Kristallnacht,' a Nazi atrocity that is seen as the beginning of systematic Nazi attempts to annihilate Jewish population. KFC on Wednesday (October 9) asked customers to commemorate the atrocity by ordering Chicken and Cheese from the fast food chain. It was a push notification sent by KFC on customers' mobile phones.

“Commemorate Kristallnacht – treat yourself to more soft cheese and crispy chicken. Now at KFCheese!” said the notification.

KFC appeared to be in damage control mode as it sent another notification just an hour later and apologised for the previous one. KFC said that the previous notification was sent due to “a fault in our system”

84 years ago, 'Kristallnacht' or 'night of the broken glass' saw Nazi-led gangs vandalising and even setting on fire, shops and businesses owned by Jews in Germany. Even Synagogues were not spared.

It is being believed that the KFC push notification was auto-generated, with automated systems linking any anniversary&nbsp;to notifications to boost sales. But a blunder such as an appeal to commemorate an anti-Jew pogrom in Germany has drawn sharp reactions.

German news outlet Bild termed the blunder "tasteless". It said it was “fast-food advertising at the cost of the remembrance of the victims of the Nazi regime”.

On Kristallnacht, the night between November 9 and 10, 1938. Nazi-led mobs went on rampage to intimidate the Jewish population.

According to the official reports at the time, 91 people were killed, 7500 businesses were destroyed along with 267 synagogues. However, it is believed that the real figure was much higher. It is said that at least 1300 people lost their lives and at least 1400 synagogues were destroyed in Germany and Austria.

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Fast food giant KFC has apologised after it asked its customers in Germany to 'commemorate Kristallnacht,' a Nazi atrocity that is seen as the beginning of systematic Nazi attempts to annihilate Jewish population.

Fast food giant KFC has apologised after it asked its customers in Germany to 'commemorate Kristallnacht,' a Nazi atrocity that is seen as the beginning of systematic Nazi attempts to annihilate Jewish population. KFC on Wednesday (October 9) asked customers to commemorate the atrocity by ordering Chicken and Cheese from the fast food chain. It was a push notification sent by KFC on customers' mobile phones. “Commemorate Kristallnacht – treat yourself to more soft cheese and crispy chicken. Now at KFCheese!” said the notification. KFC appeared to be in damage control mode as it sent another notification just an hour later and apologised for the previous one. KFC said that the previous notification was sent due to “a fault in our system” 84 years ago, 'Kristallnacht' or 'night of the broken glass' saw Nazi-led gangs vandalising and even setting on fire, shops and businesses owned by Jews in Germany. Even Synagogues were not spared. It is being believed that the KFC push notification was auto-generated, with automated systems linking any anniversary to notifications to boost sales. But a blunder such as an appeal to commemorate an anti-Jew pogrom in Germany has drawn sharp reactions. German news outlet Bild termed the blunder "tasteless". It said it was “fast-food advertising at the cost of the remembrance of the victims of the Nazi regime”. On Kristallnacht, the night between November 9 and 10, 1938. Nazi-led mobs went on rampage to intimidate the Jewish population. According to the official reports at the time, 91 people were killed, 7500 businesses were destroyed along with 267 synagogues. However, it is believed that the real figure was much higher. It is said that at least 1300 people lost their lives and at least 1400 synagogues were destroyed in Germany and Austria. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

KFC apologises after asking Germans to 'commemorate' Nazi atrocity

A senior executive of KFC's operations in France said the fast food chain may take legal action over forward Kylian Mbappe's refusal to take part in some of the French national team's sponsorship commitments.

Alain Beral, vice president of KFC France, told the Sport Business Club website that they were considering legal action, though he did not specify whether this would be against the player or the French Football Federation.

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"We have paid for something clear. If necessary, we will assert our rights," said Beral. Mbappe had refused to participate in a team photo shoot and sponsor activities scheduled for Tuesday as he did not want to endorse some brands, including fast food chains and betting companies, that have contracts with the national team.

A senior executive of KFC's operations in France said the fast food chain may take legal action over forward Kylian Mbappe's refusal to take part in some of the French national team's sponsorship commitments.

A senior executive of KFC's operations in France said the fast food chain may take legal action over forward Kylian Mbappe's refusal to take part in some of the French national team's sponsorship commitments. Alain Beral, vice president of KFC France, told the Sport Business Club website that they were considering legal action, though he did not specify whether this would be against the player or the French Football Federation. ALSO READ | Rights groups turn to sponsors to press FIFA, Qatar on migrant worker compensation "We have paid for something clear. If necessary, we will assert our rights," said Beral. Mbappe had refused to participate in a team photo shoot and sponsor activities scheduled for Tuesday as he did not want to endorse some brands, including fast food chains and betting companies, that have contracts with the national team.

KFC threatens legal action over France forward Kylian Mbappe's sponsorship stance

From Pakistan's former PM Imran Khan arriving to appear at an anti-terrorism court to KFC food vending vehicle in Beijing, here are some impactful images from around the world on 25 August 2022.

World in Pictures: Pak's Imran Khan at an anti-terrorism court; KFC food vending vehicle in Beijing

KFC, the fast food chain which is well known for its finger licking good campaign has added chicken feet now to its menu for customers in China.

KFC puts chicken feet on menu in China

KFC has added chicken feet to its menu for customers in China, saying inflation pushed the global fast-food chain to make this decision.

WION Fineprint: Inflation pushes KFC to put chicken feet on menu in China

Fast-food giant KFC is forced to swap lettuce for cabbage in its products in Australia. The popular restaurant chain said on Tuesday (June 7) that high lettuce prices in the country led the company to switch to a cabbage mix in burgers and other items. However, the customers are not liking it. The switch has prompted customers to complain as the result is less than "finger lickin' good".&nbsp;

The famous Colonel's recipe has been tweaked in some stories after the local price of the verdant leaf soared by as much as 300 per cent in recent months.&nbsp;

The company said that the reason behind such recipe change is the widespread flooding in the country's east.&nbsp; 
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KFC Australia on its website said: "Due to the recent floods in NSW [New South Wales] and QLD [Queensland] we're currently experiencing a lettuce shortage."&nbsp;

"So, we're using a lettuce and cabbage blend on all products containing lettuce until further notice," it read.&nbsp;

It added: "If that's not your bag, simply click 'Customise' on your chosen product and remove Lettuce from the Recipe."&nbsp;

Meanwhile, supply chain expert Flavio Macau of Edith Cowan University said as quoted by the news agency AFP stated that Russia's invasion of Ukraine was also a vital factor. The ongoing war pushed up diesel and fertiliser prices globally.&nbsp;

Notably, a single head of iceberg lettuce in Sydney or Melbourne that once sold for about $2 now goes for close to $8.

However, the customers are not liking it. One of the users on Twitter wrote: "The fact that you are replacing lettuce with cabbage makes me rethink my whole meal at KFC. There's 4 or 5 other things I would eat before cabbage Its such a weird choice."&nbsp;

Another wrote, "Feels like a sign of the apocalypse."&nbsp;

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Fast-food giant KFC is forced to swap lettuce for cabbage in its products in Australia. The popular restaurant chain said on Tuesday (June 7) that high lettuce prices in the country led the company to switch to a cabbage mix in burgers and other items.

Fast-food giant KFC is forced to swap lettuce for cabbage in its products in Australia. The popular restaurant chain said on Tuesday (June 7) that high lettuce prices in the country led the company to switch to a cabbage mix in burgers and other items. However, the customers are not liking it. The switch has prompted customers to complain as the result is less than "finger lickin' good". The famous Colonel's recipe has been tweaked in some stories after the local price of the verdant leaf soared by as much as 300 per cent in recent months. The company said that the reason behind such recipe change is the widespread flooding in the country's east. KFC Australia on its website said: "Due to the recent floods in NSW [New South Wales] and QLD [Queensland] we're currently experiencing a lettuce shortage." "So, we're using a lettuce and cabbage blend on all products containing lettuce until further notice," it read. It added: "If that's not your bag, simply click 'Customise' on your chosen product and remove Lettuce from the Recipe." Meanwhile, supply chain expert Flavio Macau of Edith Cowan University said as quoted by the news agency AFP stated that Russia's invasion of Ukraine was also a vital factor. The ongoing war pushed up diesel and fertiliser prices globally. Notably, a single head of iceberg lettuce in Sydney or Melbourne that once sold for about $2 now goes for close to $8. However, the customers are not liking it. One of the users on Twitter wrote: "The fact that you are replacing lettuce with cabbage makes me rethink my whole meal at KFC. There's 4 or 5 other things I would eat before cabbage Its such a weird choice." Another wrote, "Feels like a sign of the apocalypse." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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#BoycottHyundai was trending on Twitter after the Pakistani handle of the Korean car-maker called for 'Kashmiri independence'. KFC, Kia Motors and Pizza Hut have also joined the pro-Pakistan campaign. Palki Sharma tells you why this is corporate activism gone wrong.

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KFC Pakistan's Facebook post on Kashmir is showing signs of the brand getting dragged into controversy just like Hyundai. A verified Facebook page of KFC with FB handle @KFCPakistan posted a picture message showing 'solidarity' with Kashmir.

"You never left our thoughts and we hope that the coming years bring peace to you!" reads the FB post. The image has 'KASHMIR BELONGS TO THE KASHMIRIS' written in bright red letters. 
 
The FB timestamp shows that the post was made on February 5 at 13:18 hours Indian time. The post was deleted on February 7 around 18:15 hours Indian time after an online uproar.

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Just over an hour after the controversial post was deleted from KFC Pakistan's Facebook page, KFC India took to Twitter issuing&nbsp;an apology over the controversy. Without explicitly naming its FB handle in Pakistan, KFC India said 'We honour and respect India"

"We deeply apologize for a post that was published on some KFC social media channels outside the country. We honour and respect India, and remain steadfast in our commitment to serving all Indians with pride," said the tweet.

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All signs point towards this becoming a big issue in India&nbsp;which,&nbsp;for KFC, is a major market. Netizens are wondering why the fast-food chain decided to put up&nbsp;a controversial, politically charged post in the first place. Some of those commenting on the initial Facebook post&nbsp;were&nbsp;predicting, perhaps with some degree of accuracy, that this unnecessary post is bound to hit the brand in India.

This Facebook post from KFC is being noticed just days after Hyundai courted controversy when one of its dealers in Pakistan put up a similar post showing support to people in Kashmir.

Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/say-we-are-sorry-hyundai-kia-india-caught-in-twitter-storm-451205">'Say we are sorry': Hyundai, Kia India caught in Twitter storm</a>

Indian government for decades has clearly and repeatedly said that Jammu and Kashmir is an indivisible part of the country. Pakistani establishment has chosen to wage wars with India over Kashmir which resulted in their defeat every time. But why established brands like KFC and Hyundai are foraying in political waters is yet to be known. February 5 is marked as so-called "Kashmir Solidarity Day" in Pakistan.

After the recent controversy, Hyundai had to beat a hasty retreat and had to issue a clarification saying that company had "zero-tolerance policy towards insensitive communication" and that they "strongly condemn any such view".

KFC Pakistan's Facebook post on Kashmir is showing signs of the brand getting dragged into controversy just like Hyundai. A verified Facebook page of KFC with FB handle @KFCPakistan posted a picture message showing 'solidarity' with Kashmir.

KFC Pakistan's Facebook post on Kashmir is showing signs of the brand getting dragged into controversy just like Hyundai. A verified Facebook page of KFC with FB handle @KFCPakistan posted a picture message showing 'solidarity' with Kashmir. "You never left our thoughts and we hope that the coming years bring peace to you!" reads the FB post. The image has 'KASHMIR BELONGS TO THE KASHMIRIS' written in bright red letters. The FB timestamp shows that the post was made on February 5 at 13:18 hours Indian time. The post was deleted on February 7 around 18:15 hours Indian time after an online uproar. Just over an hour after the controversial post was deleted from KFC Pakistan's Facebook page, KFC India took to Twitter issuing an apology over the controversy. Without explicitly naming its FB handle in Pakistan, KFC India said 'We honour and respect India" "We deeply apologize for a post that was published on some KFC social media channels outside the country. We honour and respect India, and remain steadfast in our commitment to serving all Indians with pride," said the tweet. We deeply apologize for a post that was published on some KFC social media channels outside the country. We honour and respect India, and remain steadfast in our commitment to serving all Indians with pride. — KFC India (@KFC_India) February 7, 2022 × All signs point towards this becoming a big issue in India which, for KFC, is a major market. Netizens are wondering why the fast-food chain decided to put up a controversial, politically charged post in the first place. Some of those commenting on the initial Facebook post were predicting, perhaps with some degree of accuracy, that this unnecessary post is bound to hit the brand in India. This Facebook post from KFC is being noticed just days after Hyundai courted controversy when one of its dealers in Pakistan put up a similar post showing support to people in Kashmir. Also Read | 'Say we are sorry': Hyundai, Kia India caught in Twitter storm Indian government for decades has clearly and repeatedly said that Jammu and Kashmir is an indivisible part of the country. Pakistani establishment has chosen to wage wars with India over Kashmir which resulted in their defeat every time. But why established brands like KFC and Hyundai are foraying in political waters is yet to be known. February 5 is marked as so-called "Kashmir Solidarity Day" in Pakistan. After the recent controversy, Hyundai had to beat a hasty retreat and had to issue a clarification saying that company had "zero-tolerance policy towards insensitive communication" and that they "strongly condemn any such view".

Now, did KFC just join Pakistan's Kashmir bandwagon after Hyundai and Kia?

KFC is under fire in China for allegedly promoting buying frenzy and food wastage. A top Chinese consumer rights group on Wednesday urged the public to boycott a meal promotion by Yum China-operated KFC restaurants.

Last week, KFC launched a promotion with Pop Mart, a Chinese toy maker known for its mystery boxes. The promotion allowed customers to collect limited-edition versions of large-eyed and round-faced Dimoo toy dolls when buying certain KFC meals.

At least one customer spent more than USD 1000 to buy 106 such meals in one go, said China Consumer Association said in a statement. The group has described it as 'impulsive consumption'. There were also cases where people paid others to buy these meal sets for them, throwing away the food afterwards.

KFC "used limited-edition blind box sales to induce and condone consumers' irrational and excessive purchase of meal sets, which goes against public order, good customs and the spirit of the law," the association said.

Yum China and Pop Mart did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

KFC launched the promotion to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the opening of its first outlet on the Chinese mainland. The mystery boxes have been a big trend, particularly among young people.

China in 2020 launched a major campaign against food wastage, spearheaded by President Xi Jinping, amid growing worries about food security during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As part of the campaign it banned online influencers from binge eating on social media platforms, and also urged restaurant-goers not to order more than they can eat.

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KFC is under fire in China for allegedly promoting buying frenzy and food wastage. A top Chinese consumer rights group on Wednesday urged the public to boycott a meal promotion by Yum China-operated KFC restaurants.

KFC is under fire in China for allegedly promoting buying frenzy and food wastage. A top Chinese consumer rights group on Wednesday urged the public to boycott a meal promotion by Yum China-operated KFC restaurants. Last week, KFC launched a promotion with Pop Mart, a Chinese toy maker known for its mystery boxes. The promotion allowed customers to collect limited-edition versions of large-eyed and round-faced Dimoo toy dolls when buying certain KFC meals. At least one customer spent more than USD 1000 to buy 106 such meals in one go, said China Consumer Association said in a statement. The group has described it as 'impulsive consumption'. There were also cases where people paid others to buy these meal sets for them, throwing away the food afterwards. KFC "used limited-edition blind box sales to induce and condone consumers' irrational and excessive purchase of meal sets, which goes against public order, good customs and the spirit of the law," the association said. Yum China and Pop Mart did not immediately respond to requests for comment. KFC launched the promotion to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the opening of its first outlet on the Chinese mainland. The mystery boxes have been a big trend, particularly among young people. China in 2020 launched a major campaign against food wastage, spearheaded by President Xi Jinping, amid growing worries about food security during the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the campaign it banned online influencers from binge eating on social media platforms, and also urged restaurant-goers not to order more than they can eat. (With inputs from agencies)

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American fast-food restaurant chain KFC has finally introduced its gaming console called 'KFConsole' and it can do something the PS5 and Xbox Series X cannot, that is, it can also keep your chicken warm.

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The shape of the&nbsp;KFConsole is fundamentally the same as the famous KFC chicken container but it has&nbsp;a matte dark and red tones, and the support itself is partitioned into two particular chambers—one where all the figuring power lives and the second being where your chicken supper can remain warm while you play.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/microsoft-launches-worlds-most-powerful-next-generation-xbox-gaming-console-342103">Microsoft launches 'world's most powerful' next-generation Xbox gaming console</a>

The KFConsole has been made in a collaboration&nbsp;with PC equipment maker Cooler Master and as of now has a one-up over every other person in this comfort battle with that underlying chicken chamber.

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What's more, that is not all, this “bargain-bucket” shaped KFConsole can also handle the latest games. The particulars and subtleties for the KFConsole incorporate a specially fabricated Cooler Master NC100 case and is controlled by the Intel NUC 9 outrageous figuring pack, two Seagate BarraCuda 1TB PCIe NVMe SSDs and illustrations gave by Asus.

The KFConsole is evidently VR prepared, and can offer interactivity up to 240fps, upholds 4K and beam following tech. The cooling instrument is the thing that drives the warming chamber inside the support, and there is certifiably not a different grille or profound fryer component inside the comfort. Furthermore, since gaming consoles can get very warm, that should sufficiently be to keep your food warm while you do a spot of gaming.The reassure was prodded back in June this year and it is at long last here. The KFConsole is intended to keep your food hot, it has a uniquely fabricated cooling framework that concentrates heat from the support through the outside of the chicken chamber that keeps the equipment cool and the food hot.&nbsp;

KFC's gaming console is bound to give tough competition to Sony's PS5 and Microsoft's Xbox Series X.

As of now, there is no information on when you will have the option to purchase the KFConsole or the amount it will cost. Protected to state that it'll be delivered ahead of schedule one year from now, best-case scenario.&nbsp;

American fast-food restaurant chain KFC has finally introduced its gaming console called 'KFConsole' and it can do something the PS5 and Xbox Series X cannot, that is, it can also keep your chicken warm.

American fast-food restaurant chain KFC has finally introduced its gaming console called 'KFConsole' and it can do something the PS5 and Xbox Series X cannot, that is, it can also keep your chicken warm. The console wars are 𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓. Introducing the KFConsole. #PowerYourHunger pic.twitter.com/k7AM6g61Ip — KFC Gaming (@kfcgaming) December 22, 2020 × See it for yourself. Find out more about the new #KFConsole @CoolerMaster: https://t.co/omZWuIhBG8 pic.twitter.com/6n5panSJIs — KFC Gaming (@kfcgaming) December 22, 2020 × The shape of the KFConsole is fundamentally the same as the famous KFC chicken container but it has a matte dark and red tones, and the support itself is partitioned into two particular chambers—one where all the figuring power lives and the second being where your chicken supper can remain warm while you play. Also read: Microsoft launches 'world's most powerful' next-generation Xbox gaming console The KFConsole has been made in a collaboration with PC equipment maker Cooler Master and as of now has a one-up over every other person in this comfort battle with that underlying chicken chamber. What's more, that is not all, this “bargain-bucket” shaped KFConsole can also handle the latest games. The particulars and subtleties for the KFConsole incorporate a specially fabricated Cooler Master NC100 case and is controlled by the Intel NUC 9 outrageous figuring pack, two Seagate BarraCuda 1TB PCIe NVMe SSDs and illustrations gave by Asus. The KFConsole is evidently VR prepared, and can offer interactivity up to 240fps, upholds 4K and beam following tech. The cooling instrument is the thing that drives the warming chamber inside the support, and there is certifiably not a different grille or profound fryer component inside the comfort. Furthermore, since gaming consoles can get very warm, that should sufficiently be to keep your food warm while you do a spot of gaming.The reassure was prodded back in June this year and it is at long last here. The KFConsole is intended to keep your food hot, it has a uniquely fabricated cooling framework that concentrates heat from the support through the outside of the chicken chamber that keeps the equipment cool and the food hot. KFC's gaming console is bound to give tough competition to Sony's PS5 and Microsoft's Xbox Series X. As of now, there is no information on when you will have the option to purchase the KFConsole or the amount it will cost. Protected to state that it'll be delivered ahead of schedule one year from now, best-case scenario.

How KFConsole is better than Sony's PS5 and Microsoft's Xbox Series X

Famous fast-food chain Burger King has shown true sportsmanship by&nbsp;requesting people to take an extra step and order from its competitors such as&nbsp;McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Five Guys, Dominos and more.

The UK arm of the chain took to social media to share an advertisement with the title "order from McDonald's". The request has been made to help the restaurants in times of coronavirus when several people are losing their jobs as corporations are incurring losses and are not being able to pay their employees.

"We never thought we'd be asking you to do this, but restaurants employing thousands of staff really need your support at the moment," the chain's tweet message read.

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The restaurant has urged people to order from various other fast food joints such as&nbsp;Pizza Hut, Five Guys, Greggs, Taco Bell, Papa John, Domino's Pizza, KFC, Subway and Leon. Burger King said several of these restaurants are facing monetary issues due to the coronavirus pandemic which forced all restaurants and other businesses to shut down for nearly three months. The business, as they claim still has not recovered and to shorten the road to recovery, Burger King decided to be a friend and ask for hlp...for others too.

"So, if you want to help, keep treating yourself to tasty meals through home delivery, takeaway or drive thru," Burger King UK tweeted.

"Getting a Whopper is always best, but ordering a Big Mac is also not such a bad thing," the tweet concluded on a lighter note.

The message came after the UK once again initiated&nbsp;a second nationwide lockdown to contain the spread of the coronavirus cases as the COVID-19 cases were surging in the country.

While Burger King UK is asking people to help all restaurants, Burger King North America has decided to give a free whooper to people who dare to drive through one of the scariest places on the earth as a part of Halloween celebrations.

Famous fast-food chain Burger King has shown true sportsmanship by requesting people to take an extra step and order from its competitors such as McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Five Guys, Dominos and more.

Famous fast-food chain Burger King has shown true sportsmanship by requesting people to take an extra step and order from its competitors such as McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Five Guys, Dominos and more. The UK arm of the chain took to social media to share an advertisement with the title "order from McDonald's". The request has been made to help the restaurants in times of coronavirus when several people are losing their jobs as corporations are incurring losses and are not being able to pay their employees. "We never thought we'd be asking you to do this, but restaurants employing thousands of staff really need your support at the moment," the chain's tweet message read. We know, we never thought we’d be saying this either. pic.twitter.com/cVRMSLSDq6 — Burger King (@BurgerKingUK) November 2, 2020 × The restaurant has urged people to order from various other fast food joints such as Pizza Hut, Five Guys, Greggs, Taco Bell, Papa John, Domino's Pizza, KFC, Subway and Leon. Burger King said several of these restaurants are facing monetary issues due to the coronavirus pandemic which forced all restaurants and other businesses to shut down for nearly three months. The business, as they claim still has not recovered and to shorten the road to recovery, Burger King decided to be a friend and ask for hlp...for others too. "So, if you want to help, keep treating yourself to tasty meals through home delivery, takeaway or drive thru," Burger King UK tweeted. "Getting a Whopper is always best, but ordering a Big Mac is also not such a bad thing," the tweet concluded on a lighter note. The message came after the UK once again initiated a second nationwide lockdown to contain the spread of the coronavirus cases as the COVID-19 cases were surging in the country. While Burger King UK is asking people to help all restaurants, Burger King North America has decided to give a free whooper to people who dare to drive through one of the scariest places on the earth as a part of Halloween celebrations.

Friend in need: Burger King urges customers to order from McDonald's

Fast-food giant KFC has decided to halt its signature "Finger Lickin' Good" slogan due to ongoing coronavirus pandemic.&nbsp;

The company said: "We find ourselves in a unique situation - having an iconic slogan that doesn't quite fit in the current environment."

The Global fast-food company has changed its packaging after they decided to stop using the phrase. However, KFC has said that the slogan will return when the time is right.&nbsp;

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KFC unveiled its new look through a YouTube video and said: "That thing we always say? Ignore it. For now."

Many netizens did not agree to this move by KFC. According to their comments on social media, the slogan was not a health hazard as you were already eating with your own hands.

In March, the Advertising Standards Authority received 163 complaints about a KFC TV advert which featured people licking their fingers. According to the complainants, such advertisements were irresponsible and encouraged behaviour that could increase the chances of COVID-19 spreading. KFC had to withdraw that advertisement.&nbsp;

Fast-food giant KFC has decided to halt its signature "Finger Lickin' Good" slogan due to ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The company said: "We find ourselves in a unique situation - having an iconic slogan that doesn't quite fit in the current environment.

Fast-food giant KFC has decided to halt its signature "Finger Lickin' Good" slogan due to ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The company said: "We find ourselves in a unique situation - having an iconic slogan that doesn't quite fit in the current environment." The Global fast-food company has changed its packaging after they decided to stop using the phrase. However, KFC has said that the slogan will return when the time is right. × KFC unveiled its new look through a YouTube video and said: "That thing we always say? Ignore it. For now." Many netizens did not agree to this move by KFC. According to their comments on social media, the slogan was not a health hazard as you were already eating with your own hands. In March, the Advertising Standards Authority received 163 complaints about a KFC TV advert which featured people licking their fingers. According to the complainants, such advertisements were irresponsible and encouraged behaviour that could increase the chances of COVID-19 spreading. KFC had to withdraw that advertisement.

'That thing we always say? Ignore it': KFC hit pause on 'Finger Lickin' Good' slogan amid COVID-19

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