India's Top Earners
We present you the list of India's Richest Individuals.
Sectors - Retail
Role of Social media in Indian Airline Industry
Indian airlines are increasingly realizing the importance of building relationships with customers through Social media
Spring Air plans to invest Rs 500 cr in premium mattress Indian market
Co also plans to open up 2 manufacturing plants in Mumbai this year and in Kolkata by next yr
Flying to Delhi will cost you more
Delhi airport is all set to become the most expensive in the world.
Dhoni Starts a Gym Company
The Indian Captain's SportsFit to create 200 gyms across the country with the first one to open at Gurgaon
Wal-Mart unit unveils new facility in Bangalore
Co also plans to hire more 100 people to create the next generation e-commerce platform
Mamata Banerjee's plan of action for Kolkata
The West Bengal Chief Minister is ready to take action on the issues ranging from food security to fuel prices
Kingfisher Airline offers cheapest fares to passengers
The Airline replaces GoAir and SpiceJet to provide the cheapest fares in the regular booking category
After Kingfisher, Air India employees to go on strike
The staff threatens to go on strike if the management doesn't pay them their dues
Shah Rukh unveils a new look for Kolkata Knight Riders
The superstar was at his wittiest best at the launch of the new look for his team, the KKR.
Railway Budget 2012- A tale of increased fares
The 2012 Rail Budget announced new facilities but not without asking the citizens to pay for it
Yet another Petrol Price hike could be considered
The Central government may raise the petrol prices yet again with the increasing demand from the state-run fuel retailers
Ford launches its new car in India
Ford launches the new car with new technologies at Taj Palace in New Delhi
Fabindia sells 7% stake to Premji Invest
Indian chain store to utilise funds for international, domestic expansion
Pride Group of Hotels to expand further
The Pride Group of Hotels will invest in new properties
Indian retail sector set for higher growth
Experts believe that India's retail sector will witness tremendous growth in the years to come
Global shoe brands see India as a lucrative market
Global shoe brands are eyeing the price sensitive Indian footwear market after FDI approval
Delhi airport is the best place to shop
Indira Gandhi International Airport has become the most lucrative retail destination in India
100% foreign equity in single -brand retail allowed
The government of India on Tuesday announced 100% foreign equity in single-brand retail
Retail executives leave jobs to become entrepreneurs
More and more retail executives in India are turning down their high paying jobs to start their own business
Traders call for bandh today
On the proposal of allowing FDI in the retail sector, traders will observe bandh today
Multi-brand retail stores for DLF Brands
DLF Brands readies to launch multi-brand retail stores to sell international fashion labels
FabIndia acquires majority stake in East
UK based women wear retailer East's majority stake acquired by ethnic wear chain FabIndia
Bharti Retail Launches New Store in Mumbai
Bharti Retail Launches New Store in Bhandup, Mumbai called easyday Hyper
Online Shopping Trends in India
Online shopping has evolved over the years and has the potential to grow remarkably in the years to come
SPORTXS launches its fourth store at Mantri Square
Bangaloreans have a new destination for their sporting requirements
The government is likely to permit FDI in 6 cities
Foreign direct investment in multi-brand retail likely to begin in 6 big Indian metros
Decision on FDI in multi-brand retail may be out by September
Scindia says that decision on FDI in multi-brand retail is likely to be out soon
Future Group to continue Pillai's good work
Future group will take Raghu Pillai's vision ahead after his death
John Players launches casual wear range
Style and Attitude come together in the refreshingly new casual wear range from John Players
Emami is big on signing celebrities!
Celebrities do a fine job at selling stuff… And if that celebrity happens to be a movie star or a cricketer, companies know that half the job’s already done. No wonder why Kolkata-based FMCG major Emami ropes in so many celebs all the time.
Tata Sons plan to spend Rs 200 cr in Infiniti Retail
A holding of the Tata Group, Tata Sons, has said that it will invest approximately Rs. 200 crore in its wholly-owned subsidiary company Infiniti Retail. The retail store sells consumer durables and electronic goods under Croma chain of stores.
‘Bandh' for thousands of apparel retail stores
Retailers such as Shoppers Stop, Pantaloons, Westside, Lifestyle, Madura Garments and Arvind Brands are seeking a reversal of the decision.
Steve Madden to come to India thanks to Reliance
Reliance Brands is now looking forward to introducing the American brand – Steve Madden – in India. They have entered into an exclusive agreement with the global fashion label makers for the same.
New Westside store in Vasant Kunj
Ambience Mall in NCR’s Vasant Kunj is set to get Westside’s 9th store. The new store’s layout will be designed by Fitch – International Retail Design Agency. With the launch of this property, Westside will have presence in 31 cities with 52 stores.
Good news!! Onion prices ease!
Good news for retailers and consumers alike as government stepped in to control prices of onion – touted as one of the most expensive commodities recently.
Sheila will now promote Emami's Boro Plus
After Munni, Kolkata-based FMCG firm is now eyeing Sheila to promote its latest winter care product. The company has signed a promotion deal with the makers of Tees Maar Khan, a Bollywood flick directed by Farah Khan.
Future Group - ready for makeover; to double Pantaloon stores
Kishore Biyani’s Future Group has announced that it will scale up its expansion plans to double the number of stores for its flagship multi-brand ‘Pantaloon’ in the next three to four years. The company aims for a complete image makeover for the apparel and accessories chain which will mainly be targeted towards youngsters.
Corporate gifting companies to get a boost this Diwali
According to the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (Assocham), "Diwali budget on corporate gifts is expected to be touching Rs 3,200 crore this year"
New Hypercity store from Shopper`s Stop at Bhopal
Shoppers Stop today announced that Hypercity Retail (India) (its 51% subsidiary company) has opened its store at Bhopal. With the opening of the store in the city, a total of 8 `Hypercity` stores are reported to be operational in the country.
More on Shoppers Stop
Sales of premium jewellery gather steam
The demand for high-end diamond jewellery (all over Rs 5 lakh) is escalating at 50%, much above the overall 20% growth. Jewellery makers are now focusing on this niche segment owing to the rising demand from consumers across the country.
Bharti makes final attempt to get FDI into retail
The biggest foreign collaboration in retail, Bharti WalMart, is making last-ditch efforts to get the government remove its restrictions on allowing foreign firms to start retail chains.
Reliance Brands scouts for fresh acquisitions
Reliance Brands, a subsidiary of Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Retail, is seeking new acquisitions in the domestic market. Besides this, it also plans to launch its own luxury label in the coming 18 months.
Presently, the company primarily focuses on the men’s range. It aims to also go for women and kids wear categories in the near future.
TCS acquired the SuperValu
Tata Consultancy Services has acquired Super-Valu Services India- the IT/BPO unit of Minneapolis-based grocery retailer SuperValu Inc.
As per a multi-year deal, valued at more than $100 million, over 600 associates of SuperValu working in Bangalore will now become part of TCS. The integration procedure will be completed in a month’s time as expected.
Nokia: Continues to Remain at the Top
If Nokia can manage to hold on to its position as India's Most Trusted Brand in the year 2011, it will equal a feat previously accomplished by just one brand and that too one of the most popular brand, Colgate, which won India's Most Trusted Brand title in four consecutive years.
Department of industrial policy and promotion: The Retail Scenario
Opening up multi-brand retail to foreigners issued by the department of industrial policy and promotion (Dipp) generates a debate.
Indian retail: Investment cap to be doubled
This move could help public offer issuers attract wealthier investors. According to Securities and Exchanges Board of India (SEBI)'s rules on public shares sales, a retail investor is defined as one who puts in an application for buying shares for a value of up to Rs 1 lakh. In any public offering either initial or follow-on- 35% is reserved for such an investor.
