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FM radio: Tuned out of news, tuned into crisis, seeks reformsIndia's FM radio industry faces a crisis, with companies surrendering licenses due to government restrictions and competition from digital ...
India’s ethanol strategy: Automakers treading cautiously, consumers remain unconvinced and experts are waryWith the rollout of E85 fuel and policy changes to support mass flex-fuel deployment, the government is attempting something few large econ...
ITC's packaged foods business crosses $2 billion in revenueITC's packaged food business soared past $2 billion in FY26, with overall FMCG consumer spending reaching Rs 37,000 crore. This growth was ...
India well-poised for rapid growth despite risks from West Asia war and El Nino: ITCDespite facing geopolitical instability and weather-related challenges, India's economy is expected to grow robustly at 6.9% in FY27. This ...
Chips or chocolates, India's brands want you to pay more for a fitter youFrom millet chips and protein-rich chocolates to science-backed skincare, FMCG companies are increasingly premiumising everyday products to...
World MSME day: Better logistics, deeper market access key to MSMEs’ next growth phase, says Allcargo Logistics CEOKetan Kulkarni discusses the logistics bottlenecks facing India’s MSMEs, the impact of PM Gati Shakti and ONDC, and why integrated supply c...
World MSME Day: Gem & jewellery sector calls for MSME-led innovations amid global uncertaintyDespite challenges like fluctuating gold prices and evolving consumer tastes, experts highlight opportunities in design-led, innovative pra...
I can hurt, but I can't win: The reality of India's D2C insurgentsIndia's new-age consumer brands are rapidly disrupting markets, with revenues soaring. However, a significant challenge persists: while cre...
ITC, HUL among 10 FMCG stocks that have tumbled up to 31% in 2026. How many do you have?FMCG stocks remained under pressure in 2026, with the sector index declining 10% year-to-date amid geopolitical disruptions and inflationar...
Indians are more open to personal AI agents than anyone else in Asia Pacific, says Adobe studyAdobe’s 2026 AI and Digital Trends Report suggests Indian consumers are leading the Asia-Pacific region in embracing personal AI agents, wi...
Waka Waka! Indian consumer giants seek to roar louder in AfricaIndian consumer firms are significantly boosting investments in Africa, shifting from market entry to large-scale operations. Driven by a y...
Global, then local: How Vahdam India is aiming to scale revenues of Rs 500 cr by next yearFor Vahdam India, going global first was a deliberate move to capture a larger chunk of the pie by catering to a more evolved market, says ...
India's upstart consumer brands are growing three times faster than the marketNew-age Indian brands are rapidly outperforming established FMCG companies, growing over three times faster and reshaping various consumer ...
Trade, tariffs & taste: American whiskey pushes for a fair pour in IndiaUS trade representative Jamieson Greer’s recent visit to New Delhi is seen as a key step toward finalising a US-India trade framework, with...
FRAI urges govt to intensify crackdown on counterfeit products, illicit tradeRetailers are urging the government to intensify efforts against illegal trade and fake products, citing risks to consumer safety and the l...
WhatsApp's future may not be invented in US but in India, one transaction at a timeMeta’s $900 million investment in Cred and the reported appointment of founder Kunal Shah to a global role at WhatsApp marks a significant ...
Smiles, fries & air-fryers: Why Canadian food giant McCain is bullish on India’s snacking boomConsumers are embracing global and local flavours, driving innovation in products like fries and premium appetisers. McCain is actively add...
Railways showed the way. What should India electrify next?If railway electrification was one of the defining infrastructure decisions of the twentieth century, the electrification and redesign of I...
Jyothy Labs to expand Exo into broader dishwash franchise after Henkel brands exit portfolioJyothy Labs is strategically expanding its Exo dishwash brand into a comprehensive franchise following Henkel's exit from Pril and Fa licen...
ET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026: The next retail breakthrough may already be in your pocketET Most Innovative AI Product Awards 2026 spotlights the products quietly reshaping retail. From improving product discovery and customer e...