In 1933, a teenager’s recovery from a basement experiment led to Day-Glo colors that transformed signs, safety gear, and artTwo brothers in Berkeley, California, experimented with fluorescent materials in their basement. Their home project led to the invention of...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Hindustan Unilever launches fragrance R&D centre under €100 million investment programmeHindustan Unilever Limited has opened a new Unilever Fragrance Hub in Mumbai. This facility will use science and AI to create new fragrance...
02 Jun, 2026, 09.12 AM IST
Inflation and input costs threaten earnings momentum going forward: Dhananjay SinhaIndia Inc. delivered strong March-quarter earnings, surpassing market forecasts. Revenue growth improved, supported by cost savings. Howeve...
01 Jun, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
Quote of the day by David Beckham: ‘In my career, there's many things I've won and many things I've achieved, but…’ – Footballer on success beyond trophies and fameDavid Beckham, a global sports icon, reveals his greatest achievement isn't his football career but his family. He emphasizes the importanc...
30 May, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
Heatwave drives surge in cold drink sales, AC and fridge demand stays weakIndia's scorching heatwave has boosted sales of soft drinks, ice-creams and dairy beverages, while higher prices and weak consumer sentimen...
26 May, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Beckham becomes first British billionaire sportsmanDavid Beckham has achieved a historic milestone becoming Britain's first billionaire sportsman. His wealth, combined with his wife Victoria...
16 May, 2026, 12.19 AM IST
Turning 70 in November, Noel gears up to retire from Tata company boardsNoel Tata, nearing 70, is preparing to step down from Tata group company boards, initiating a significant leadership transition. Discussion...
11 May, 2026, 07.06 AM IST
West Asia Conflict: Supply chain woes hit smaller brands harder amid inflationAmid ongoing supply chain challenges and the burden of rising operational costs, smaller consumer goods players are feeling the squeeze. Th...
08 May, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
Hit the forbidden Start button at 70 mph? Here's what your car does nextCuriosity about the push-button ignition can lead to dangerous situations. A light touch on the start/stop button while driving is usually ...
07 May, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Lexus introduces first three-row EV TZ with 300-mile range and lounge-inspired luxury cabinLexus has unveiled its first three-row all-electric SUV, the 2027 TZ, aiming for up to 300 miles of range. Built on the TNGA platform, it f...
07 May, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
White goods market set to reach Rs 5.3 lakh crore by FY30, says report; startups eye nichesIndia's consumer durables market is projected to reach Rs 5.39 lakh crore by FY30, driven by a 14% CAGR and increasing demand for smart, en...
01 May, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
Rising temperatures spark comeback for India's consumer durables sector: ReportIndia's consumer goods sector is seeing a strong rebound. Rising temperatures are boosting sales, especially in southern regions. While Apr...
30 Apr, 2026, 02.35 PM IST
Heatwave spurs surge in AC, beverage, ice cream output in IndiaSoaring temperatures have triggered a sharp demand rebound for ACs, beverages, and ice cream, with companies boosting output after a 50% sa...
29 Apr, 2026, 09.23 AM IST
Retailers face AC shortage as heatwave boosts demandIntense heatwaves have driven a sharp rise in air-conditioner sales. This surge, following lower production in March, has created significa...
22 Apr, 2026, 07.27 PM IST
Coming soon: Price hike round 3 in four months for durablesConsumers face another price hike on electronics like ACs, TVs, and smartphones by end April. This marks the third increase in four months....
18 Apr, 2026, 11.41 AM IST
Startups spot a cool opening as ACs become everyday needAir-conditioners are becoming an essential purchase in India, attracting startups like Helium and Optimist into a market long dominated by ...
15 Apr, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Bosch may launch AC brand in India; Hitachi label to stayBosch Home Comfort India is evaluating the launch of Bosch-branded air conditioners in India, which would mark its potential entry into the...
14 Apr, 2026, 09.32 PM IST