India catches iPhone 18 fever as launch-day frenzy sweeps Apple stores nationwideApple's new iPhone 18 series launched across India with eager fans lining up. The premium iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max models are now availabl...
18 Sep, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
Psychology says people who stand in queue for hours to buy an iPhone aren't necessarily Apple fans, they may be doing it for more than just the new phoneiPhone 18 queue Psychology: Why do people stand in long queues to buy a new iPhone when they can order it online? Psychology and consumer b...
18 Sep, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
'Life is a race': iPhone 18 sale sparks hilarious meme fest, from 3 Idiots to Baghban, as long queues form outside Apple stores across IndiaThe iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max sale in India triggered long queues outside Apple stores in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Videos and...
18 Sep, 2026, 09.17 AM IST
Online sales of mobiles & laptops hit a rough patch on weaker entry-level demand, fewer online discountsCounterpoint Research data showed an almost identical drop in online contribution to smartphone sales. Researchers and industry executives ...
17 Sep, 2026, 01.11 AM IST
India’s festive demand hits 5-year high: From cars and ACs to TVs, apparel and quick commerce, retailers expect a bumper Navratri-Diwali seasonConsumer demand in India has reached a five-year high during the initial festive period, with sales growth recorded across home appliances,...
15 Sep, 2026, 04.42 AM IST
Non-grocery sections emerging as big business in quick commerce: Flipkart execQuick commerce platforms are expanding beyond groceries to include electronics and beauty products. Flipkart Minutes is focusing on non-gro...
12 Sep, 2026, 12.58 AM IST
Smartphone companies step up festive hiringBrands and manufacturers have also initiated recruitment significantly earlier this year, moving away from reactive, last-minute hiring tow...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Ecommerce festive sales set to rise almost 30%, quick commerce to gain share: AnalystsOnline festive shopping is expected to reach a new high this year, with ecommerce marketplaces and retailers seeing strong demand across ca...
07 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India's festive season promises strong show as quick commerce reshapes online shopping battleIndia’s festive e-commerce season is expected to deliver healthy spending growth, with premium purchases coexisting with aggressive bargain...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
iPhone Ultra, iPhone 18 Pro and more: From Apple’s first foldable iPhone to Touch ID replacing Face ID, what to expect on September 9iPhone 18 Launch: Apple’s September event is expected to introduce its first foldable iPhone. New Apple Watch and AirPods models could also...
06 Sep, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
Xiaomi India steps up appliance push, next large category still under wrapsInitially focusing on air purifiers, Xiaomi India is planning to launch more products in India this August to mid-September as it builds a ...
04 Sep, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
Reliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss bags 95+ advertisers in 6-language playReliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss has attracted more than 95 advertisers across six language editions, spanning Hindi, Bangla, Tamil, Telu...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Which stocks should you buy ahead of the festive season? Here are Kotak Securities’ top 10 picksIndia’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors and stocks that could benefit. Th...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Mobile, car, electronics makers to keep price hikes minimal to protect festive demandManufacturers will slightly increase product prices over the next fortnight. This move aims to protect crucial festive season demand and sa...
01 Sep, 2026, 07.35 AM IST
Smartphone prices rise as memory costs surge: Realme, Oppo, Vivo, Samsung, OnePlus hike ratesSmartphone prices are increasing due to higher component costs for manufacturers. Several brands like Realme and Samsung have already raise...
20 Aug, 2026, 04.51 PM IST
FMCG, auto and consumer companies step up festive marketing spends by up to 20%Indian consumer companies are increasing festive marketing budgets by up to 20% as demand shows signs of strengthening and dealers build in...
19 Aug, 2026, 09.03 AM IST
Independence Day sales surge up to 25%, lifting festive demandThis year's Independence Day sales have brought impressive growth for brands and retailers, with value sales soaring by up to 25% and volum...
17 Aug, 2026, 11.29 AM IST