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Diaspora members, New Yorkers savour Indian mango varieties at special eventNew York City experienced a delightful 'Indian Mango Festival' at Union Square, showcasing Kesar and Langra varieties. Over a thousand New ...
Organised jewellers seen sustaining growth despite 80% surge in gold prices: NuvamaIndia's jewellery sector anticipates strong growth. Weddings and festivals are driving demand, even with high gold prices. Retailers report...
Indian retail auto sales rise 9.6% in May; dealers see monsoon-driven demand aheadIndian auto retail sales grew 9.6 percent in May, overcoming heat and fuel price concerns. Passenger vehicles led the surge, with rural mar...
Chana prices climb over 9% in a monthChana prices are rising despite a strong harvest and large buffer stocks. Government procurement is a key driver, absorbing a significant p...
Markets poised for a positive run if geopolitical risks ease: Ambareesh BaligaMarket veteran Ambareesh Baliga sees Indian equities well-positioned if geopolitical tensions ease and macro conditions remain supportive. ...
Modi wants Indians to press pause on gold. But the $5.2 trillion obsession runs deepIndia’s attempt to protect the rupee is now colliding with one of the country’s strongest cultural habits — buying gold. After Prime Minist...
To give, first get to know: Why India’s everyday generosity matters more than everIndia witnesses widespread everyday giving, with households contributing billions annually. While generosity is abundant, most gifts are ad...
India’s gold import duty hike: A double-edged swordIndia has raised gold import duty to 15% and urged citizens to buy less gold. This move targets foreign reserves and the rupee's value. How...
Capital goods boom, apparel bust: India's manufacturing growth is concentrated where it creates the fewest jobsIndia's industrial growth shows a worrying divide. Capital-intensive sectors driven by domestic demand are performing well. However, labor-...
NBC pulls plug on Jimmy Fallon’s show after ratings collapse: What went wrong with ‘On Brand’?The On Brand with Jimmy Fallon revolved around a simple yet unconventional concept: transforming marketing into a reality competition. The ...
Jewellery stocks tank up to 9% on PM Modi's remarkGold jewellery stocks plummeted after Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to avoid gold purchases for a year to conserve foreign exchange. W...
India's real GDP to hit 7.2% in Q4FY26 amid resilient domestic demand: ReportIndia's economy shows strong momentum. Real GDP growth is projected at 7.2 per cent for Q4 FY26. Full-year growth for FY26 is expected at 7...
Indian consumers tighten wallets, stay selective on big-ticket buys as economic uncertainty lingers: DeloitteIndian shoppers are now more careful with their money. They are focusing on essential items and improving their experiences. Big purchases ...
Rain check! A dry economic switch may add to Indians' war-led shocksAs India braces for an expected below-average monsoon alongside the looming threat of El Niño, concerns mount over a potential inflation sp...
Indian retailers see weak festive boost; get 7% sales growth against double-digit expectationRetail sales in October and November 2023 grew by only 7% compared to the same period in 2022, despite the festive season, according to a s...
Petrol consumption rises 8% YoY in September; diesel up 4%The consumption of jet fuel rose 12% as more people flew, boosting revenues for airlines. Sales of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), mainly us...
As consumption revives, Tier 2 & 3 cities turn temp-ting for job seekersThe demand for temporary workers in tier 2 and 3 cities in India is increasing during the festive season, driven by growing consumption and...