Cash transfer schemes for women should be reviewed in light of inflation: PM advisory panelUnconditional cash transfer schemes for women need periodic review for adequacy. Maharashtra and Odisha programs show significant improveme...
06 Jul, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
Urban India spends 1. 6x more on weekends than weekdays: StudyThe weekend shopping rush has become a hallmark of urban Indian life, with discretionary spending nearly doubling as shoppers flock to mall...
06 Jul, 2026, 05.54 PM IST
Nestle to set up GCC in HyderabadNestle India is launching a pivotal Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad, alongside major names such as McDonald's and L'Oréal, to tap int...
06 Jul, 2026, 05.01 PM IST
India at cusp of 'snacking renaissance'; L Catterton bets on healthy snacking, branded foodsExpressing enthusiasm for India's rising consumption trends, L Catterton zeroes in on the healthy snacking and branded foods market. Having...
06 Jul, 2026, 04.01 PM IST
El Nino threatens to fuel coal power surge in India, study saysA potential super El Niño could put more pressure on India's power grid than any other country's and slow its transition away from coal, ac...
06 Jul, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
Middle class, aspirational consumers to drive 93% of India's spending by 2036: SitharamanIndia's middle class is poised to fuel significant economic expansion, with 93% of all spending expected to originate from this segment by ...
05 Jul, 2026, 03.02 PM IST
El Nino impact in sight even as top FMCG firms bet on rising India consumptionIndia's top retail firms anticipate robust April-June revenue growth, fueled by steady consumer demand and improving rural sentiment. Compa...
05 Jul, 2026, 01.09 PM IST
As food inflation bites, Nestle turns to smaller cities to drive growthNestle India is strategically focusing on tier-2 and tier-3 markets for growth, anticipating rising consumption in these areas. Despite fac...
04 Jul, 2026, 11.10 AM IST
Most Indians seek protein-rich snacks; 61% favour natural sweeteners: ReportThe report found that 62% of respondents consider ingredient transparency the most important factor while choosing a snack brand, significa...
04 Jul, 2026, 11.00 AM IST
Which Indian city tops the income charts?Bengaluru, Chandigarh, and Delhi boast the highest average incomes, while Chandigarh, Thiruvananthapuram, and Vadodara lead in household sp...
04 Jul, 2026, 10.54 AM IST
Middle class to remain India’s growth engine: FM SitharamanIndia's middle class is identified as the primary driver of the nation's robust economic expansion, fueling consumption and ensuring its st...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
Sweltering heat sets summer-goods sales on fire; consumer brands hitch qcomm ride to big businessIndia's scorching summer has fueled a surge in consumer goods sales, with quick-commerce platforms becoming the star performers. Ice creams...
02 Jul, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
Falling crude, stable macros set stage for India's next growth phase: Aditya KondawarIndia's equity markets face a crucial earnings season with supportive macroeconomics, yet IT sector sentiment is dampened by AI uncertainti...
02 Jul, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
India's June power consumption rises 11.6% on heatwave, delayed monsoonIndia's power consumption surged by 11.62% in June, reaching 166.46 billion units, driven by a severe heatwave and delayed monsoon. This pu...
01 Jul, 2026, 03.39 PM IST
Household sector debt climbs to 45.5 pc of GDP in Sep 2025: RBI reportHousehold debt has climbed to 45.5% of India's GDP, driven by a surge in non-housing retail loans, now making up over half of total borrowi...
30 Jun, 2026, 08.05 PM IST
Power demand tops 250 GW as weak monsoon keeps heat onIndia's peak power demand is soaring above 250 GW due to lingering heatwaves, outpacing a sluggish monsoon. Authorities are preparing conti...
30 Jun, 2026, 12.20 AM IST
Oil cools, monsoon heats up concerns for India's rural economyThe recent drop in crude oil prices is providing some relief from inflation worries. Yet, the unpredictable monsoon season poses a serious ...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.39 PM IST