A German and a Chinese walk into a hot Indian corporate battlegroundIndia's consumer durables market is heating up as global giants like Bosch enter the mass segment and tech firm Xiaomi expands into large a...
20 Jun, 2026, 01.59 PM IST
Megacity heatwaves are now a fatal nightmareCities are becoming dangerous places at night due to rising temperatures. Lack of cool nights strains the body, increasing risks of serious...
03 Jun, 2026, 08.44 AM IST
“Why buy a Rs 30,000 AC?”: Man says his Rs 800 DIY roof trick cuts temperature by 15°C in 45°C heatA man shared a budget-friendly rooftop cooling method costing under ₹800 amid the ongoing extreme heatwave. He used a mixture of Fixit URP,...
29 May, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
India’s scorching nights strain power grid and threaten healthIndia faces a dual threat from dangerously hot summers and increasingly sweltering nights, exacerbated by global warming and urban heat isl...
26 May, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
In India’s parched heart, high power costs put cooling out of reachIndia's scorching summers strain power grids, forcing costly upgrades. While cities like Nagpur manage peak demand with advanced cooling, m...
20 May, 2026, 08.33 AM IST
Rising energy bills: How EVs, rooftop solar, induction cooking can protect your household budget and how much they actually costFuel prices are volatile, electricity tariffs are rising, and your LPG cylinder is at the mercy of global events. Here’s how switching to a...
11 May, 2026, 11.49 AM 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
Induction cooktop: EPACK Durable expands into infrared cooktops as gas squeeze shifts demandEPACK Durable Limited has launched infrared cooktops, expanding its electric cooking range. This move supports a national trend towards ele...
29 Apr, 2026, 04.23 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
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
Super-efficient ACs could cut energy use by 60%, industry leaders discussExperts unveiled a vision for super-efficient, humidity-optimized ACs that can cut energy use by 60% and halve peak power demand. This inno...
13 Mar, 2026, 02.41 PM IST
AC, TV makers cheer over 10% duty cut ahead of festive season; price drop on the cardsConsumer appliance makers anticipate price reductions on large-screen TVs and room air conditioners following GST rate cuts. Televisions ab...
04 Sep, 2025, 07.46 PM IST
Samsung aims for 10% market share in room air conditioner segmentSamsung India has doubled its room-air conditioner sales, capturing 10% of the market share in Q1 2025, driven by its BESPOKE AI WindFree s...
08 Apr, 2025, 07.50 PM IST
Best Window AC for this Summer Season 2024Best Window AC - While split AC is popular, window air conditioners are affordable, require less maintenance and are better for small rooms...
09 Jan, 2024, 11.16 AM IST
7 Best ACs Under 40000 in India with Efficient Cooling Capacity (2024)In today's world, having an AC has become a necessity. However, it involves a big investment from your end. Therefore, to help you find a h...
04 Jan, 2024, 04.31 PM IST
With AC business heating up, LG and Godrej roll out plans for summersLG Electronics India rolled out 45 new models whereby it has made a shift of its split air-conditioner portfolio to inverter air-conditione...
07 Mar, 2017, 03.35 PM IST