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Retail & Consumer Industry News

UPI Merchant Discount Rate Decision Deferred Until After Diwali

NPCI has deferred its decision on UPI merchant discount rates until after Diwali, with a revised timeline to be announced.

Pacific Mall Jaipur Opens Its Doors

Pacific Mall’s Jaipur launch adds a new retail destination to the city, expanding its shopping and lifestyle offering.

Festive E-Commerce Sales Touch ₹24,000 Crore in Two Days

India’s festive online sales reached around ₹24,000 crore in the first two days, with mobile phones leading demand.

Nexus Select CITYWALK Marks 19 Years

Nexus Select CITYWALK celebrates 19 years, marking its journey as a prominent shopping and lifestyle destination.

Bibigo Bapsang Enters India Through GTGO and CJ Foods

Bibigo Bapsang has entered India through a partnership between GTGO and CJ Foods, bringing Korean food offerings to the market.

Fabindia Targets Tier II and III Markets With Fusion Wear

Fabindia is looking to expand its reach in Tier II and III markets, using fusion wear to connect traditional craft with contemporary style.

Eze Perfumes Expands Into Northeast India

Eze Perfumes is entering Northeast India as it looks to widen its footprint in the country’s fragrance market.

Nexus Select Trust Announces Leadership Transition

Nexus Select Trust has announced a leadership transition as the retail real-estate platform continues its next phase of growth.

KFC India Creates an AI-Generated Advertisement

KFC India has joined brands experimenting with AI-generated advertising, highlighting the growing role of generative AI in campaigns.

Jaipur Kurti Opens Four Stores, Targets 50 by March 2027

Jaipur Kurti has opened four stores in one day and aims to grow its network to 50 outlets by March 2027.

LuLu Hypermarket and LuLu Daily Expand in Chennai

LuLu’s new openings in Chennai strengthen its retail presence and broaden access to its hypermarket and convenience formats.

Producers and PVR INOX at Odds Over Proposed Charges

Film producers and PVR INOX are reportedly divided over proposed charges in place of the virtual print fee, an issue affecting cinema economics.

DLF Malls Introduces DLF Downtown 4 and Loft by Clocktower

DLF Malls has highlighted new destination and dining concepts at DLF Downtown, adding to its retail and experience-led mix.

Reliance Consumer Products Launches Joyland Flavoured Milk

Reliance Consumer Products has entered the ready-to-drink dairy segment with Joyland flavoured milk in Tamil Nadu.

PRM Centrepoint Mall Opens in Agartala

PRM Centrepoint Mall’s opening brings a new organised retail destination to Agartala, supporting the city’s evolving shopping landscape.

India’s Quick-Commerce Growth Set to Accelerate

A new report expects India’s quick-commerce growth to accelerate while food delivery continues on a steadier trajectory.

DLF Avenue Hosts a Beauty and Makeup Masterclass

DLF Avenue’s beauty and makeup masterclass adds an interactive experience for shoppers, combining learning, beauty and in-mall engagement.

Bellona Hospitality Targets 100 Restaurants and ₹650 Crore Revenue by FY30

Bellona Hospitality plans to scale to 100 restaurants and target ₹650 crore in revenue by FY30, signalling an ambitious expansion roadmap.

Inorbit Malls CEO on the Future of Retail Customer Experience

Inorbit Malls CEO Rajneesh Mahajan shared perspectives on customer experience and the changing expectations shaping modern retail.

DLF Mall of India Hosts a Perfume Masterclass With The Boho Story

DLF Mall of India hosted an exclusive perfume masterclass with The Boho Story, where 50+ guests crafted their own bespoke fragrances.

World Mental Health Day: A Message of Wellbeing

A World Mental Health Day message underscores the importance of wellbeing, awareness and support in everyday life and the workplace.

Blackstone Plans to Invest $100 Billion in India

Blackstone plans to double its India investments to $100 billion over five years, with focus areas including real estate, infrastructure and data centres.

Trehan IRIS Celebrates Navratri

Trehan IRIS marked Navratri with a festive celebration, bringing cultural engagement and community spirit to its destination.

MOOOZ Jamun Vodka Expands Across Northern Markets

MOOOZ Jamun Vodka is expanding into Punjab, Chandigarh and Uttarakhand as the brand broadens its regional distribution.

Inorbit Malls Highlights New Offerings

Inorbit Malls has shared updates on new offerings as it continues to refresh the mall experience for visitors.

Ben’s Cookies Opens Seventh Indian Store in Mumbai

Ben’s Cookies has opened its seventh store in India at Mumbai’s Kala Ghoda, extending its presence in a high-footfall retail district.

Active Noida Neon Zumba 4.0 at DLF Mall of India

Over 500 fitness enthusiasts gathered at DLF Mall of India’s Green Island for Neon Zumba 4.0, kicking off the festive month with energy and community spirit.