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Chennai: TN Cooperative Marketing Federation (Tanfed) will not come under the ambit of the RTI Act since it is neither substantially financed by state govt nor owned or controlled to declare it a public authority, state information commission ruled.Rejecting an appeal filed by Neiveli-based petitioner B Jothibasu, who said state govt has substantial share capital (63 lakh) in Tanfed and hence is a public authority under Sec 2(h) of RTI, the commission accepted Tanfed's arguments that state govt' ...Read More >
Pune: India's wine industry is seeing flat or declining sales as deep post-pandemic discounting squeezed margins and inconsistent marketing spends by wineries failed to capture younger patrons. Also, heavy price promotion is now a routine practice in the trade even as consumers shift to white spirit cocktails, and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. "This has been a very unfortunate characteristic of the Indian wine market over the last few years, indiscriminate and unsustainable, and I would say, ...Read More >
Oct 22 (Reuters) - AT&T (T.N), opens new tab added more wireless subscribers than expected in the third quarter on Wednesday, as bundled plans and heavy promotions around the latest iPhone launch helped it attract more customers in a fiercely competitive market. Shares of the company were up 4% in premarket trading. The quarter ended September is a critical period for U.S. wireless carriers, with competition peaking around Apple's (AAPL.O), opens new tab annual iPhone launch. Like all other c ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 22 (PTI) India's smartphone market grew 3 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in the third quarter of the calendar year 2025, reaching 48.4 million units shipped, as per the latest research from Omdia, which cautioned that despite early momentum, gains are unlikely to sustain into a strong year-end. The modest growth was driven by a wave of new launches in July and August, retail incentivisation and an earlier festive season that pulled forward inventory flows, Omdia said. Vendors fille ...Read More >
Twenty-five years ago, marketing was on the cusp of a seismic shift, sparked by a new advertising product. From the early days of Google Ads, few could have predicted the fundamental change it would ignite in how people consume information and how businesses reach them. People come to Google and YouTube to get answers to their questions, discover new things, and find inspiration. Ads help connect people to businesses of all sizes along these journeys, and enable publishers and creators to offer ...Read More >
New Delhi: India and the US are closing in on a long-pending trade deal that could slash the current tariffs for Indian exports to 15-16% from a punishing 50%, according to three people aware of the matter. With energy and agriculture emerging as key cards at the negotiating table, India may agree to gradually reduce its imports of Russian oil, the people cited above said on condition of anonymity. The purchases had prompted a punitive levy of 25% on Indian exports, which is over and above the ...Read More >
MUMBAI: A study of the surge in fundraising by Indian SMEs through IPOs in FY24 and FY25 published by RBI has found that the reputation of the lead merchant banker is the single biggest factor determining success.According to the report, investor demand is shaped less by the issuing company's fundamentals than by the intermediary's credibility and market standing.The analysis divided merchant bankers into top and non-top categories based on the value of IPOs they managed. Subscription rates for ...Read More >
India's popular gin and tonic trend is fading. Vodka and tequila are now leading the market. Gin sales have dropped significantly this year. This shift affects both established brands and newer craft gins. Consumers are exploring different spirits. The gin market faces challenges with brand loyalty and competition. Major companies are entering the gin space through acquisitions and new launches. Vodka and tequila have left India's once-boisterous gin-and-tonic party rather shaken and stirred. ...Read More >
Brazilian aerospace giant Embraer inaugurated its new office in New Delhi on Friday to expand its presence across India's commercial aviation, defence, business aviation, services, and urban air mobility sectors. With nearly 50 aircraft already operating in India, Embraer aims to strengthen collaboration with local partners, suppliers, and customers while supporting Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. Brazilian aerospace major Embraer on Friday inaugurated its office in the nation ...Read More >
Thailand is set to launch direct charter flights to Meghalaya by December 2025, marking a major milestone in strengthening tourism and cultural ties between the two regions. The initiative is expected to significantly boost travel between Thailand and India's Northeast, enabling Thai tourists to experience Meghalaya's breathtaking landscapes and vibrant traditions with ease. The announcement followed a Tourism Promotion event held on October 14, 2025, in Shillong, jointly organised by the Emerg ...Read More >
The restructuring of India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) has poised the organised apparel retail sector for a robust revenue growth of 13-14% this fiscal year, marking a steady trend for the second consecutive year, according to a report by Crisil Ratings. A crucial factor in this growth is the shift to a uniform 5% GST on garments priced below Rs 2,500, replacing a dual structure of 5% below Rs 1,000 and 12% up to Rs 2,500. This move is anticipated to significantly boost demand in the mid-prem ...Read More >
The Jain International Trade Organisation (JITO) facilitated a significant deal, enabling its members to purchase 186 luxury cars from brands like BMW, Audi, and Mercedes. This initiative, driven by the community's collective buying power, resulted in substantial savings of ₹21 crore in discounts for members across India. The Jain community has put up an impressive show of its formidable buying power by driving home 186 high-end cars after securing discounts of ₹21 crore. This "one-of-its-k ...Read More >
BPCL Unveils 'Zero Ka Dum' Certification Drive, Setting New Benchmarks in Operational Excellence Sanjay Khanna, C & MD and Director (Refineries), BPCL 5 min read Last Updated : Oct 18 2025 | 7:20 PM IST NewsVoir Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 18: Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and one of India's leading integrated energy enterprises, has achieved a significant milestone in its LPG business with the nationwide expansion of the 'Zero Ka Dum' (Z ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The high prices of gold and silver somewhat dampened buyer sentiments this Dhanteras as people purchased more on expectations of a further surge, even as cars, two-wheelers and consumer electronics such as televisions saw strong buying on the day considered auspicious for new purchases. Car deliveries, which peak during Dhanteras, however, were impacted by the fact that the festive day falls on a Saturday this time around. Many consumers prefer not to take delivery of metals on a Satu ...Read More >
This article first appeared on GuruFocus. * Total Revenue: INR740 crores, overall growth of 7% year on year. * KFC Revenue Growth: 7% increase, with potential double-digit growth excluding Navaratri impact. * Pizza Hut Revenue Decline: 6% decrease, with double-digit growth in Tamil Nadu. * Sri Lanka Revenue Growth: 18% increase in LKR terms, 23% growth in INR terms. * Consolidated Restaurant EBITDA: Declined by 12% year on year, margin at 11.3%, down 240 basis points. * Adjusted EBITDA: IN ...Read More >
Once a domain of velvet-lined trays and neighbourhood jewellers, jewellery shopping in India is undergoing a glittering transformation. What was long anchored in trust, tradition, and touch is now increasingly just a click away. India's deep-rooted love affair with gold and diamonds is entering a bold new chapter - online. As digital platforms gain credibility through hallmark certifications, brand assurances, and seamless service, Indian consumers are warming up to the idea that buying fine je ...Read More >
VMPL New Delhi [India], October 18: It takes no talent to make effective and engaging marketing videos. Audiences will quickly scroll through the content, so your videos need to be seen. One such way is by the use of branded overlays and bold call-to-action (CTA) text. Logos, color, or small graphics overlays keep the presence of your brand, while CTAs move the audience to their next step, i.e., visit your website or buy a product. CapCut Desktop Video Editor also has the ease of incorporating ...Read More >
Midwest, a natural stone exporter, is launching its Rs 451-crore IPO on October 15. The offering includes fresh shares and existing shareholder sales. The price band is set between Rs 1,014 and Rs 1,065. Midwest mines granite in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh and exports to 17 countries. The company plans to use IPO funds for expansion and sustainability initiatives. Midwest, a natural stone mining and exporting player, will open its Rs 451-crore initial public offering (IPO) for subscription on ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 17 (PTI) Mahindra Group on Friday said it has inked a pact with Embraer Defense & Security for introduction of C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft in India. Embraer Defense & Security and Mahindra Group have signed a landmark strategic cooperation agreement (SCA) to advance the C-390 Millennium solution for the Indian Air Force's Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) programme, the Mumbai-based Mahindra Group said in a statement. This agreement was inked alongside the inaugur ...Read More >
New Delhi: A Hyderabad-based paediatrician's decade-long campaign against sugar-loaded beverages falsely marketed as oral rehydration solutions (ORS) has resulted in a major regulatory breakthrough. Dr Sivaranjani Santosh's consistent advocacy led the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) to ban the use of the term 'ORS' on any food or beverage that does not meet the World Health Organisation's (WHO) prescribed formulation. Who is Sivaranjani Santosh? Dr Sivaranjani Santosh is ...Read More >
Datamine and Aereo Announce Global GTM Partnership for delivering AI-enabled Mining Solutions Datamine & Aereo join forces to power the next era of AI-driven mining. 3 min read Last Updated : Oct 16 2025 | 6:00 PM IST PRNewswire Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], October 16: Datamine, a global leader in mining software solutions, and Aereo, a pioneer in AI-powered drone and geospatial intelligence, have announced a strategic global partnership to transform how mines are planned, monitored, and o ...Read More >
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. If you asked a group of small business marketers how confident they are that their efforts are paying off, you might expect a reasonably optimistic response. After all, marketing budgets are up, AI tools are everywhere, and customer demand for personalized content is pushing innovation. But the latest 2025 State of Small Business Marketing report reveals a startling statistic: only 18% of SMB marketers feel "very confident" ...Read More >
Dun & Bradstreet hosted the Marketing Mavericks Summit 2025 in Mumbai, themed 'The Changing Role of CMOs - Leadership Redefined'. The event celebrated marketing leaders shaping the future. Key segments included the release of a report on marketing's evolving role and honoring distinguished CMOs from leading companies. Dun & Bradstreet recently hosted the Marketing Mavericks Summit 2025 at Mumbai's Hotel Taj Santacruz, focusing on 'The Changing Role of CMOs - Leadership Redefined'. The summit hi ...Read More >
Duroflex, a prominent name in the Indian mattress industry, is set to take a bold step as it readies for its initial public offering. This strategic move aims to raise capital through a combination of new share issues and offerings from current investors. Mattress maker Duroflex has filed preliminary papers with capital markets regulator Sebi to raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO) comprising a fresh issue of shares worth Rs 183.6 crore. Apart from the fresh issue, there is an ...Read More >
BANGALORE, India, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Datamine, a global leader in mining software solutions, and Aereo, a pioneer in AI-powered drone and geospatial intelligence, have announced a strategic global partnership to transform how mines are planned, monitored, and optimized. From left to right: Shouvik Majumder, Senior VP - Growth, Aereo; Sandeep Ray, Executive Director, Datamine; Vipul Singh, CEO & Co-founder, Aereo; and Suhas Banshiwala, Co-founder & CTO, Aereo. The collaboration bring ...Read More >
Koppal: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to visit the districts in the Kalyana Karnataka region from Oct 15 to 17 to inaugurate several projects. She will officially launch various initiatives in Koppal on Oct 15, in Ballari on Oct 16, and in the Vijayanagara district on Oct 17. She will unveil projects that were developed with funding from the Union govt, as well as those that are still in progress. Among the projects, the finance minister will inaugurate a cold storage facility ...Read More >
Garg, who currently serves as Whole-time Director at HMIL, is expected to lead the company's growth strategy amid changing market conditions in India. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced Tarun Garg as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 1, 2026. He will replace Unsoo Kim, who is returning to Hyundai Motor on December 31. This strategic move was announced in the company's regulatory filings. Garg, who currently serves as Whole-time Directo ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 16: Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, successfully hosted the GCC Summit 2025 on September 12, 2025, at Le Meridien, Hyderabad, under the theme Harnessing India Capabilities for Global Growth. The summit brought together over 150 senior leaders from Global Capability Centers (GCCs), multinational corporations, and industry experts to explore India evolving role as a global hub for innovation, talent, and ...Read More >
MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, successfully hosted the GCC Summit 2025 on September 12, 2025, at Le Meridien, Hyderabad, under the theme 'Harnessing India's Capabilities for Global Growth'. The summit brought together over 150 senior leaders from Global Capability Centers (GCCs), multinational corporations, and industry experts to explore India's evolving role as a global hub for innovation, tal ...Read More >
MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dun & Bradstreet, a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, successfully hosted the GCC Summit 2025 on September 12, 2025, at Le Meridien, Hyderabad, under the theme 'Harnessing India's Capabilities for Global Growth'. The summit brought together over 150 senior leaders from Global Capability Centers (GCCs), multinational corporations, and industry experts to explore India's evolving role as a global hub for innovation, tal ...Read More >
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