In an interview with BW Businessworld, Zorawar Kalra of Massive Restaurants speaks about how his father, Jiggs Kalra, inspired him throughout his journey and requests the government to restore input tax credit for GST in the restaurant industry What are your expectations from this budget, considering it’s an interim budget with elections around the corner? […]
The Extended Reality (XR) headset market is poised for a substantial boost in 2024, with a projected record increase of 3.9 million units, marking a remarkable double-digit year-over-year growth. Industry experts predict that Apple’s highly-anticipated Vision Pro, scheduled to go on sale in the US on 2 February, will play a pivotal role in driving […]
As the retail landscape in India evolves, industry leaders and visionaries share their perspectives on the anticipated trends, challenges, and growth prospects for the year 2024 In the dynamic realm of India’s retail sector, a landscape marked by constant evolution, industry leaders and forward-thinking visionaries are poised to navigate the intricate tapestry of trends, challenges, […]
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has shattered records by processing over 100 billion transactions, as revealed by data from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). Operating alongside other payment processing infrastructure, UPI witnessed 54 per cent year-on-year (YoY) growth in transaction volume and 42 per cent surge in transaction value for December 2023. The […]
Shiprocket, an ecommerce enablement platform has revealed comprehensive consumer and industry insights showcasing the ecommerce trends in 2023. Shiprocket’s analysis revealed that Personal Care emerged as the highest-selling category in 2023, closely followed by Apparel, footwear and Accessories. Together, these categories collectively accounted for a substantial 63 per cent of sales. According to the data, […]
The wedding season in India is not just a celebration of love and union; it is a spectacle of traditions, grandeur, and exquisite fashion. As the cultural tapestry unfolds, one aspect that takes centre stage is fashion jewellery. In recent times, the Indian fashion jewellery market has witnessed a significant surge, becoming an integral part […]
The festive season in India carries substantial economic importance, driven by a thriving gifting industry. During festivals such as Diwali, New Year, and Christmas, the gifting industry witnesses substantial growth, consistently contributing to a significant portion of the gifting market. With a pre-pandemic growth rate of 40 per cent (2019-20 to 20-21) and a post-pandemic […]
Reliance Retail is undergoing a comprehensive makeover of its Trends fashion stores across India, incorporating contemporary and tech-enabled features to entice the younger generation of customers. With a new brand identity, approximately 150 Trends stores nationwide will sport a revamped appearance, from the façade to fixtures, lighting, ceiling, and flooring, creating an aspirational shopping experience. […]
