Reporting and analysis on retail, e-commerce, and consumer trends in India, updated continuously by our newsroom.
Starlink, the satellite broadband arm of Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has garnered final regulatory approval to operate commercially in India, marking a pivotal moment for satellite-enabled connectivity in the nation. The Indian National Space Promotion and…
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is on an ambitious path to strengthen its 5G network, announcing plans to expand services to 23 additional cities across India. The targeted cities for this rollout include prominent locations like Ahmedabad, Agra, Aurangabad, Kozhikode,…
Elon Musk’s satellite internet venture, Starlink, is on the verge of a breakthrough in India, nearing the final regulatory stamp of approval needed to commence operations. The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has issued a…
Retailers in Asia are facing a significant market shift as consumer spending trends evolve amid a changing economic landscape. With inflation and cautious consumer sentiment on the rise, businesses are strategizing to capture attention in an increasingly…
Vodafone Idea (Vi) is set to embrace a new frontier in connectivity by partnering with U.S.-based AST SpaceMobile to roll out direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in India. This bold move places Vi in a strategic race alongside competitors Reliance…
According to Fitch Ratings, India’s banking sector is on a promising trajectory, poised for growth bolstered by enhanced asset quality, robust capital reserves, and a stable profitability outlook. As banks maneuver through the financial landscape, analysts…
Starting July 9, U.S. President Donald Trump’s vast array of global trade tariffs is set to roll out, posing serious implications for economies and businesses worldwide. In a race against time, India is working diligently to forge an agreement that could…
By 2025, Amazon is planning to inject more than 20 billion rupees (equivalent to US$233 million) into its operations in India. This significant investment will be used to enhance and widen the scope of its operational infrastructure, as well as devise…
Founder and Director, Neha Kant, says that apart from the 10 EBOs in Delhi, the brand has 2 EBOs in Gujarat and 1 in West Bengal. The average size of a Clovia store is between 275 and 400 sq. ft. “Aside from this, we are also present in 50+ shop-in-shops in…
Louis Vuitton India has reported a 24.5-per-cent increase in profit year on year, representing a doubling of income since 2017. Sales have grown by 41 percent since 2017 with the luxury retailer now operating three stores in the country, at Delhi, Mumbai and…
Apple has hired 3,500 people for their development centre here and is expected to take the number to 5,000 eventually, said a senior Telangana Government official. “Apple has taken 3,500 people so far for their development centre in Hyderabad. They will…
Apple is about to open its first retail stores in India. But unlike in other international markets, the Apple India stores will be a joint venture with local electronics chain, Croma. And they’ll be considerably smaller than elsewhere. India has strict laws…
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is gearing up to bolster its network with plans to deploy an additional 100,000 4G towers across India. This initiative follows the successful installation of nearly 100,000 towers, marking a significant step in their…
Asics, the Japanese sportswear giant, has announced plans to increase its manufacturing operations in India from 30% to 40% over the coming years. This move is aimed at maintaining a stable supply chain, following changes in the country’s regulations that…
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Elon Musk’s Starlink Inc. has received the green light from India’s telecom ministry, paving the way for the launch of its satellite internet services within the country. This much-anticipated approval marks a significant milestone for the U.S.-based company…
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