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...
24 Jun, 2026, 04.35 PM IST
No slowdown yet, but inflation and El Niño are risks: ITC's Sanjiv PuriITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri revealed plans for a Rs 20,000 crore investment over the medium term, including hotel expansion. He highlighted st...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.58 PM IST
CII president R Mukundan projects 7% growth for India, seeks GST Council-like body to drive reformsIndia's economy is projected to grow around 7% this fiscal year, with most businesses finding growth avenues despite global cost pressures....
24 Jun, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
ITC bulking up with products rich in protein and fibre: Sanjiv Puri“India is also a protein-deficient market. We already have offerings such as high-protein atta, soya chunks and protein shakes, and we will...
24 Jun, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
Honasa Consumer to acquire majority stake in Fluence Pharma at Rs 135-crore valuationHonasa Consumer has secured a majority stake in Mumbai's hair therapy brand Fluence Pharma for Rs 135 crore. This move marks the company's ...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.09 PM IST
GST wins India Inc's vote, but businesses seek faster refunds and smarter reforms: DeloitteIndia's GST regime has achieved widespread acceptance, with digitisation and rate adjustments hailed as major successes. Businesses now pri...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.34 PM IST
Slowing rural incomes could weigh on consumer demand: Dhananjay SinhaHeadline rural wage growth in India is misleading, with underlying increases significantly lower than reported. Rising inflation, reverse m...
23 Jun, 2026, 01.31 PM IST
Double-digit sales growth in apparel, ACs, premium goods faces inflation & monsoon testDiscretionary spending is witnessing a notable resurgence, particularly in the apparel and white goods sectors, which have both seen impres...
23 Jun, 2026, 08.29 AM IST
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...
21 Jun, 2026, 03.27 PM IST
Voltas sells one million AC units in first quarter of FY27Voltas has achieved a significant milestone, selling one million room air conditioners in the first three months of the 2026-27 financial y...
21 Jun, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
India's passenger vehicle sales expected to grow 4-6% in FY27: ReportPassenger vehicle sales are poised for a 4-6% expansion this fiscal, fueled by strong demand, improved affordability post-GST cuts, and the...
19 Jun, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Indian two-wheeler industry to see moderate growth at 3-5% in FY27: ICRAIndia's two-wheeler sector anticipates a modest 3-5% wholesale volume growth in FY27, according to ICRA. While domestic demand and exports ...
19 Jun, 2026, 07.35 PM IST
Extended summer may lift AC sales, but growth likely to fall short of expectations: Praveen SahayIndia's room air conditioner market anticipates a boost from an extended summer and El Niño, though growth is tempered by conservative deal...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.01 PM IST
West Asia crisis eases, but peace could elude consumers for nowConsumers in India will not experience immediate price drops for daily essentials and home appliances. Manufacturers are holding onto raw m...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Petrol, Diesel prices today (June 16, 2026): Fuel rates remain unchanged across major Indian citiesFuel prices held steady on June 16, 2026, providing relief after recent hikes. Global oil prices saw a rebound due to supply concerns and g...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.09 AM IST
World Bank Raises India's FY27 Growth Forecast to 6.6%India's economic growth forecast for FY27 has been raised to 6.6 percent by the World Bank. This positive outlook is driven by reduced US t...
11 Jun, 2026, 11.50 PM IST
Consumer staples sector to face growth normalization in 2nd half of 2026, updates on pricing power and channel efficiency eyedConsumer staples growth momentum is likely to moderate in the second half of FY27 as GST-related benefits phase out and high base effects s...
10 Jun, 2026, 02.07 PM IST