Indian automakers post higher September sales as dealers stock up for festive seasonIndian automakers reported increased sales in September as dealers stocked up for the festive season. Hyundai Motor India achieved a 10.8% ...
01 Oct, 2026, 02.02 PM IST
Commercial LPG cylinder price hiked by Rs 62.50 in Delhi, ATF costlier by Rs 16 ahead of festive seasonFrom October 1, the price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder in Delhi increased to Rs 2,810. This rise of Rs 62.50 marks a 2.3 percent incr...
01 Oct, 2026, 09.13 AM IST
Can October turn the tide for Indian stocks after September rout?As investors approach October, the landscape is shaped by high crude oil prices, increasing bond yields, and continued foreign selling. His...
01 Oct, 2026, 05.55 AM IST
Buoyant Q2 demand for consumer goods lifts festive sales outlookConsumer demand in India saw significant growth during the July-September quarter, particularly in appliances and FMCGs. Sales of air condi...
01 Oct, 2026, 05.30 AM IST
Pulses import duties may ease over poor rainsAt present, imports of chana attract a 10% duty, while yellow peas are subject to a 30% duty. Tur and urad imports are allowed duty-free un...
01 Oct, 2026, 12.09 AM IST
New LPG Aadhaar rule from October 1: Check Aadhaar authentication process, what to do if biometric verification is incomplete and other FAQsLPG Aadhar rules: From October 1, Biometric Aadhaar Authentication will be required for domestic LPG consumers to book refills. Consumers c...
30 Sep, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
12% deficit: Rain report gives a dry readingThe impact is showing in commodity markets: prices of several pulses are up amid crop concerns and festive demand. Maharashtra has declared...
30 Sep, 2026, 01.03 AM IST
Bank holidays in October 2026: Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, Durga Puja, and more; check full listIn October 2026, Indian banks will observe several holidays coinciding with major festivals like Dussehra and Chath Puja. The Reserve Bank ...
29 Sep, 2026, 06.25 PM IST
Gold, silver slide as buyers wait for prices to stabiliseGold and silver prices fell sharply on Monday, leading potential buyers to postpone purchases for upcoming festivals. Silver futures droppe...
29 Sep, 2026, 05.52 AM IST
This festive season, India's job rush is arriving sooner, spreading farther and lasting longerIndia's festive hiring is shifting towards longer-term roles as employers seek to retain talent beyond peak season. Companies are also begi...
28 Sep, 2026, 07.29 PM IST
Gen Z’s festive shopping playbook: From Instagram trends and Reddit reviews to upcycling and bargain huntingFestive shopping habits among Gen Z consumers reflect a mix of traditional and modern approaches. They explore social media platforms like ...
28 Sep, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
High prices this sale season is a done deal, but that's only half the storyFor retailers, the festive strategy this year will shift from outright price cuts towards a combination of financing, product redesign, wid...
28 Sep, 2026, 02.10 PM IST
LG Electronics to hike AC prices by 5-7 per cent from Oct 1 ahead of festive seasonLG Electronics India has announced a price rise for air conditioners starting October 1. The increase will be between 5 to 7 percent ahead ...
28 Sep, 2026, 11.05 AM IST
Festive shopping gets costlier as brands plan to hike AC, TV and appliance prices from October 1Consumer electronics and appliance manufacturers in India will increase prices of products by 5-8% starting October 1. The rise in prices i...
28 Sep, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
High gold prices offer jewellers a silver lining this festive seasonSilver, once secondary to gold in Indian jewellery, is emerging as a bigger choice this festive sale season as high gold prices push middle...
27 Sep, 2026, 06.12 AM IST
India ramps up LPG output as festival season beginsIndia’s state-owned refiners have raised domestic LPG production to around 44,000 tonnes a day as festive-season demand rises and renewed c...
24 Sep, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
India’s smartphone business may have lost an old festive-season weaponIndia's smartphone market faces challenges this festive season as rising memory costs lead to higher device prices. Major brands are alread...
23 Sep, 2026, 07.06 PM IST