Festive hamper orders triple, laddu tops 'Mithai' chart on Zepto this DiwaliZepto's festive hamper orders tripled during Diwali compared with last year, while laddu emerged as the most frequently ordered sweet and s...
09 Nov, 2026, 07.38 PM IST
Festive shopping: Home, kitchen products drive 81% jump in D2C sales to Rs 1,328 croreHome and kitchen product sales surged 81% year-on-year during the pre-Diwali shopping period in India. Gross merchandise value reached an e...
09 Nov, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
Diwali rush lifts rapid delivery orders for last-minute shopping, giftingPlatforms such as Blinkit, Zepto, Instamart, Amazon Now and Flipkart Minutes revamped their apps for Diwali, introducing interactive interf...
09 Nov, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Banks, schools, colleges and offices holiday tomorrow: What's open and what's closed on November 9, a day after Diwali; check latest announcementsNovember 9, 2026, will see different holiday arrangements across India following Diwali on Sunday. Gujarat and Tamil Nadu have announced ad...
08 Nov, 2026, 04.50 PM IST
Kaju katli went dark chocolate, peda fell for coffee & boondi turned into tart: Diwali mithai is rewriting its own recipeIndia's festive mithai market is getting a contemporary makeover as sweet makers combine traditional flavours with chocolates, biscuits, pa...
08 Nov, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
From Tata Tiago to Hyundai i20 and Harrier, Jodhpur company surprises employees with brand-new cars this DiwaliA Jodhpur-based education marketing agency, Mediagarh, surprised four employees with brand-new cars as Diwali gifts during its annual Sneh ...
07 Nov, 2026, 05.52 PM IST
Quick commerce emerges beyond Diwali shopping panic to breathe on the necks of e-commerce giantsQuick-commerce platforms in India are increasingly including fashion, beauty, and gifting items for Diwali shopping. Myntra and Amazon are ...
07 Nov, 2026, 03.03 PM IST
Diwali 2026 Gift Ideas: What India Is Actually Buying This Year — From Gourmet Hampers to Smart GadgetsIn 2026, Diwali gifting trends are shifting towards practical and personalized choices, moving away from the classic sweets. Gifts in deman...
07 Nov, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Healthier goes Kaju Katli as sweets too catch the trendHealthier versions of traditional sweets, such as protein-rich laddoos and sugar-free gulab jamuns, are gaining popularity. Consumers now p...
07 Nov, 2026, 01.16 PM IST
Winning at Diwali gifting: Ditch the mithai, bring on the blingDiwali is celebrated with vibrant decorations, festive gatherings, and traditional rituals in India this year. Businesses are experiencing ...
07 Nov, 2026, 11.50 AM IST
India Inc lights up Diwali with longer weekends, flexible work and extra pay for festive shiftsCompanies across India are making Diwali more employee-friendly through extended holidays, work-from-home options, practical gifts and work...
07 Nov, 2026, 06.58 AM IST
Diwali Dabba appreciationMr. Sharma discovered that a box of dry fruits he received yearly from his neighbor contained old almonds, which he humorously claimed had ...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.13 PM IST
Diwali shopping gets costlier this year: From milk, ghee, butter to dry fruits, here's why festive buying is burning a hole in your pocketMilk and ghee prices: Rising costs of key ingredients are affecting both consumers and manufacturers during this Diwali season. Dairy price...
06 Nov, 2026, 11.46 AM IST
Diwali 2026 Date: When is Deepavali? Check date, Lakshmi Puja muhurat, significance, rituals and home decoration tipsDiwali, or Deepavali, is a vibrant festival celebrated on November 8, 2026, symbolizing light and prosperity. As families engage in cleanin...
05 Nov, 2026, 05.20 PM IST
iPhone 16 as Diwali gift! Delhi company surprises employees with smartphones; watch their reactions in viral videoIn an unexpected twist this Diwali, a Delhi-based company gifted its employees with the iPhone 16 smartphones as festive gifts. A lively vi...
04 Nov, 2026, 03.55 PM IST
Diwali investment picks 2026: 10 fund managers reveal promising opportunities and risks to watchThis Diwali, investment experts advise a strategic approach focused on asset allocation rather than luring high-growth stocks. Sectors like...
02 Nov, 2026, 03.43 PM IST
Gen Z rewrites festive gifting with AI-assisted picks, artisanal hampers and self-giftingGen Zers are embracing self-gifting while shopping for family and friends. Personalised gifts reflecting interests and lifestyles are becom...
01 Nov, 2026, 02.29 PM IST