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October 13, 2026
NPCI defers 0.4% UPI merchant fee until after Diwali
Festive relief for retailers as UPI MDR rollout moves beyond Diwali: NPCI to notify a date later
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October 07, 2026
Unpacking India’s inflation surge and what the October policy rate hike means for your wallet
The Monetary Policy Report October 2026 revealed that the inflation was primarily driven by global energy shocks, domestic weather disruptions including El Niño and monsoon deficit, and rising crude oil prices
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September 18, 2026
India’s festive online retail to be strongest in 5 years: Report
Online retail sector in India is projected to grow by around 25 per cent in the second half of FY 2026-2027
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September 16, 2026
MDR fee rules: Will you need cash for petrol now? Pumps warn of stopping UPI for purchases over ₹2,000
This comes after the new MDR rules stipulate a flat ₹5 charge on merchants when customers pay more than ₹2,000 for certain essential services, such as railways, fuel, and telecom
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September 09, 2026
OPINION | Beyond discounts: What will shape India’s festive PC buying decisions
Ultimately, the festive buying season is becoming more intentional, with brands needing to combine various crucial aspects for customers to truly stand out and deliver value
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August 01, 2026
India’s educational toys sector: Trends, challenges and prospects
Though India is not among the top five exporters of toys in the world, it is continuously striving to gain a visible foothold in the global markets
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July 22, 2026
The ITC story: Products and profits are alluring, but the real McCoy is the backend
The Indian FMCG giant is strategically investing in enhancing its backend capabilities and expanding its non-cigarette portfolio, which has significantly contributed to its substantial revenue growth
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April 17, 2026
A ‘Magnum’ deal to the market: Which flavour will Kwality Wall’s India shareholders pick?
After the Dutch ice cream giant took over Kwality Wall's India, Magnum now made a public offer to shareholders for their stake
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April 01, 2026
EXPLAINED | Is India’s concert boom outpacing its infrastructure?
While India has hosted the likes of Diljit Dosanjh, Coldplay, and Sunidhi Chauhan, managing large-scale global crowds remains a critical challenge
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October 31, 2025
Why are sky-high gold prices leading to a surprising boom in a certain category of jewellery?
India’s demi-fine jewellery market, which straddles the space between high-end fine jewellery and mass-market fashion jewellery, is projected to expand at a CAGR of around 12% between 2025 and 2030
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October 14, 2025
Unibic Foods names Ajay Bathija as Chief Executive Officer
New CEO Ajay Bathija used to be the Managing Director of Coca-Cola Bangladesh
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September 04, 2025
GST 2.0: Toothpaste, shampoos, shaving creams to become cheaper, but NOT mouthwash like Listerine and Colgate Plax—WHY?
GST reduction on personal hygiene products and vision-correcting spectacles is set to make daily essentials significantly cheaper for Indian consumers starting September 22.
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September 03, 2025
GST Council meeting today: List of things that could get cheaper or expensive
Nirmala Sitharaman-led GST Council to muse on proposed changes, including a simplified two-slab tax system and sector-specific rate adjustments, that could impact the Indian middle class ahead of the festive season.
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September 03, 2025
Why are tomatoes, onions, and potatoes expensive now? Decoding CPI inflation in India
Vegetable inflation in India has sharply increased, primarily driven by climate change-induced extreme weather events like unseasonal rains, heatwaves, and frost. This volatility in prices of essential crops like tomatoes, onions, and potatoes disproportionately affects consumers and smallholder farmers.
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August 29, 2025
Changing hiring trends: White collar workers in demand in festive season
India's festive hiring trend is increasingly prioritising white-collar workers for key strategic roles in FMCG, e-commerce, and supply chain.
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August 16, 2025
No-cost EMIs during festive time: Are they good or bad?
Promoted widely during India's upcoming festive season, no-cost EMIs often come with hidden charges like processing fees and GST, potentially impacting your credit score and encouraging impulse purchases. Before opting for these seemingly interest-free options, consumers should carefully evaluate the fine print to avoid falling into a debt cycle.
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August 15, 2025
PM Modi’s Diwali GST bonanza: What items will become cheaper?
In his Independence Day speech, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a ‘Diwali GST surprise’, promising price cuts in key ‘everyday-use items’
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July 24, 2025
Namkeen is big money in India: Here is a look at some surprising numbers of bhujia, papad brands like Bikaji, Haldiram’s, Balaji Wafers
Rajasthan’s second largest ethnic snacks brand Bikaji posts quarterly results, records 15 per cent jump in revenue crossing ₹630 crore
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July 23, 2025
ED rips into Flipkart-backed Myntra, slaps case for alleged ₹1,654 crore FEMA violation
The Enforcement Directorate files FEMA complaint against Myntra, related firms, and their directors for alleged ‘FDI contravention’
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June 28, 2025
Meesho shareholders approve IPO intent, weeks after e-commerce giant shifts domicile to India
The Softbank-backed B2B-to-B2C e-commerce giant announced that it looks to raise ₹4,250 crore through fresh issue of shares
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May 08, 2025
Let's go out: From malls and movies to music and standup comedy, the idea of an ‘outing’ evolves for Indians
India's experience economy became a talking point in recent months after the legendary turnout for Coldplay concerts in Mumbai and Ahmedabad
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May 05, 2025
‘India’s retail landscape is highly influenced by local cultures and regional diversity’: More Retail MD Vinod Nambiar
Vinod Nambiar, the Managing Director of More Retail, speaks to THE WEEK about the leading omni-channel food and grocery retailer in India
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April 25, 2025
Here is why top FMCG companies in India are boosting portfolio and reach
Fast-moving consumer goods makers like Hindustan Unilever and Nestle see gradual demand recovery in India with uptick in rural consumption
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February 27, 2025
India's retail market doubled over the past decade and could hit Rs 200 lakh crore over the next
The retail industry rose to Rs 82 lakh crore from Rs 35 lakh crore over the past decade
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January 08, 2025
Who is K A Shabir, the new CEO of Indian toy-making giant Funskool?
Industry veteran K A Shabir is elevated to lead India's toy maker Funskool as it seeks to expand internationally
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