Smartphone companies step up festive hiringBrands and manufacturers have also initiated recruitment significantly earlier this year, moving away from reactive, last-minute hiring tow...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Nepal-China trade hit as Bhotekoshi floods disrupt key border routes ahead of festivalsFlash floods in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River have disrupted vital trade with China. Damaged infrastructure has forced cargo trucks onto longer,...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
Festive fever checks in early: Hotel bookings, room rates rise as Indians plan longer getawaysHotels are experiencing a strong festive season with increased bookings and revenue. Travelers are planning longer trips combining festival...
09 Sep, 2026, 11.15 AM IST
Delhi destroys over 2,800 kg of unsafe food ahead of festive seasonDelhi's Food Safety Department destroyed over 2,800 kg of unsafe food products. Inspections occurred in major markets, focusing on festive ...
08 Sep, 2026, 02.00 PM IST
Gurugram luxury housing lines up Rs 1 lakh crore festive launch pipelineGurugram's luxury housing sector anticipates a strong festive season with nearly one lakh crore in new project launches. Developers are acc...
08 Sep, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
52% apparel makers expect higher festive sales, CMAI survey findsIndian apparel makers expect higher festive sales this year. Many members anticipate matching last year's sales performance. Rising raw mat...
07 Sep, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Petrol loses its crown as alternative fuels overtake it in India’s record August auto salesAugust 2026 marked a historic milestone in India's auto retail market, exceeding all previous records. In a significant shift, alternative ...
07 Sep, 2026, 09.18 AM IST
Ecommerce festive sales set to rise almost 30%, quick commerce to gain share: AnalystsOnline festive shopping is expected to reach a new high this year, with ecommerce marketplaces and retailers seeing strong demand across ca...
07 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India's festive season promises strong show as quick commerce reshapes online shopping battleIndia’s festive e-commerce season is expected to deliver healthy spending growth, with premium purchases coexisting with aggressive bargain...
07 Sep, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Diwali train tickets 2026 booking starts: Want a confirmed berth? Check how to book tickets in advance & whether your busy route has special trainsDiwali train tickets 2026 booking starts: Diwali 2026 train ticket bookings commenced on September 6 for the festival, which will be celebr...
06 Sep, 2026, 01.35 PM IST
There’s a lot riding on cos getting rural 2-wheeler mix rightTwo-wheeler companies face complex rural stocking challenges for the upcoming festive season. Rural markets account for over half of indust...
06 Sep, 2026, 06.49 AM IST
Which stocks should you buy ahead of the festive season? Here are Kotak Securities’ top 10 picksIndia’s festive season is expected to drive a strong consumption boost, with analysts identifying sectors and stocks that could benefit. Th...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.00 PM IST
Amazon India to hire 1.6 lakh seasonal workers for festive order rushMost of the new hires will be deployed for picking, packing, shipping, and delivering customer orders, supporting Amazon's ecommerce and qu...
03 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Gold imports may fall 15% in September after PM Modi’s call to curb purchasesGold imports may fall by fifteen percent this September, prompting Prime Minister Modi to call on citizens to restrict their purchases of t...
02 Sep, 2026, 11.45 PM IST
Amazon to hire 160,000 temporary workers for festive season demandAmazon India is hiring 160,000 temporary workers for the upcoming festive season. These new hires will support picking, packing, shipping, ...
02 Sep, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
PM Modi urges Indians to avoid buying gold to curb trade deficit and support rupeePrime Minister Modi renewed his appeal for Indians to avoid buying gold unless necessary. This call aims to curb bullion demand and ease ec...
02 Sep, 2026, 12.37 AM IST
Mobile, car, electronics makers to keep price hikes minimal to protect festive demandManufacturers will slightly increase product prices over the next fortnight. This move aims to protect crucial festive season demand and sa...
01 Sep, 2026, 07.35 AM IST