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
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
India’s next fashion movement could well come from the NortheastA slew of homegrown labels are blending local craftsmanship and culture with the region's storied fashion sense -- and setting their sights...
28 Sep, 2026, 12.28 AM IST
Meghalaya tourism crosses 75,000 livelihoods, eyes year-round growth on World Tourism DayIn celebration of World Tourism Day 2026, Meghalaya is embracing a sustainable tourism model that prioritizes community involvement. This i...
26 Sep, 2026, 09.44 PM IST
India's car sales crank up as GST gains & income twist top price hikesCar prices have risen about 3% in the past year, but faster growth in household disposable incomes has kept cars affordable after GST 2.0 c...
26 Sep, 2026, 06.26 AM IST
Forget Jaipur or Jodhpur, Khatu Shyamji makes Sikar the top tourist destination in RajasthanSikar has emerged as Rajasthan's top tourist destination in the first half of 2026, recording 1.56 crore visits between January and June. T...
25 Sep, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Axis Bank readies major customer-connect initiative to mark World Tourism DayAxis Bank is set to launch an extensive outreach program across India, spotlighting tourism and hospitality sectors in Goa. The initiative ...
24 Sep, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
Banks likely to deploy FCNR(B) liquidity in coming months as festive credit demand rises: RBI Deputy GuvReserve Bank Deputy Governor Rohit Jain stated that banks are expected to deploy additional liquidity from FCNR(B) deposits. This deploymen...
24 Sep, 2026, 07.41 PM IST
Retail prices of cooking oils may fall after duty cut: Industry body IVPACooking oil prices could ease after the government cut import duties on crude and refined sunflower, soybean and palm oils, industry body I...
24 Sep, 2026, 10.00 AM IST
Entry-level hatchbacks regain ground after GST cuts, but SUVs continue to dominateTax cuts on small cars have increased their market share, rising from 2.3% to 3.3% recently. Sport utility vehicles have continued to gain ...
24 Sep, 2026, 05.30 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
Auto sales growth likely to normalise after festive inventory build-up; West Asia inflation a risk: ReportIndia's automobile sales are expected to experience near-term support due to inventory build-up before the festive season. Demand remains s...
23 Sep, 2026, 02.57 PM IST
Gold sales during Ganesh Chaturthi down 15% in volume amid price surgeThis year's Ganesh Chaturthi witnessed a 15% drop in gold sales volume compared to the previous year. Consumers opted for lighter gold piec...
22 Sep, 2026, 01.11 AM IST
Logistics firms bulk up hiring, capacity to carry heavier festival loadsAs the festive season approaches, Indian logistics firms are bracing for a notable spike in shipment volumes. Companies like DTDC and Blue ...
21 Sep, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
FMCG firms to hold prices despite rise in commodity costs; prioritise volume growthFMCG cos are likely to hold prices through the festive season despite rising commodity costs and geopolitical disruptions. After modest 2-5...
20 Sep, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
Festive season likely to create 2-2.5 lakh jobs in H2 2026: ReportMumbai anticipates creating 2 to 2.5 lakh seasonal and gig jobs by late 2026. Festive hiring is projected to increase by fifteen to twenty ...
19 Sep, 2026, 03.23 PM IST
India’s festive demand hits 5-year high: From cars and ACs to TVs, apparel and quick commerce, retailers expect a bumper Navratri-Diwali seasonConsumer demand in India has reached a five-year high during the initial festive period, with sales growth recorded across home appliances,...
15 Sep, 2026, 04.42 AM IST