The National Traders Welfare Board met to review key initiatives for strengthening India's retail trade sector, focusing on policy support, digitalization, and credit access. Read the full update.
SGF India accelerates its retail expansion in North India, launching three new outlets in Delhi-NCR. The move strengthens its national footprint and enhances consumer access to its products.
Amritsar Police uncovers a new trend of gangsters recruiting youth from outside Punjab. An 18-year-old from Bihar was arrested after an encounter. Read the full story.
Digital marketing, product differentiation, and online distribution are enabling Indian D2C startups to challenge FMCG giants. Discover how the rules of the game have changed.
Vadodara's DCB invokes stringent GujCTOC Act against 8 gang members for a decade of terror involving 152+ cases. Read about the crackdown on organised crime.
Assam police recover Rs 14.5 lakh from a daily-wage labourer's home in Dibrugarh, raising suspicions of terror funding or organised crime. The labourer is in custody as investigations intensify.
Noida Police crack down on a major organised theft gang, recovering 821 stolen mobile phones worth ₹6-8 crore. Six arrested, two juveniles apprehended in a significant breakthrough.
Noida Police achieved a major breakthrough, arresting six members of an organised theft gang and seizing 821 stolen mobile phones worth Rs 6-8 crore. The gang targeted crowded markets.
Nagpur rural police invoke stringent MCOCA against a six-member gang led by former corporator Harish Gwalbanshi for murder, extortion, and kidnapping to spread terror. Read the full details.
A new report forecasts robust earnings growth for India's EMS, telecom, and retail sectors over the next two years, driven by domestic demand and strategic investments. Read the full analysis.
Rajkot Crime Branch invokes stringent GujCTOC Act against 14 associates of the notorious Batli Gang, arresting nine. Gang leader Savan Vaghela already in jail. Read more.
Indian women are increasingly joining the retail sector for visibility and professional opportunities. Explore the benefits and challenges of this trend shaping the labour market.
India's retail inflation likely surged to 1.66% in Dec 2025 from 0.71% in Nov, driven by food prices. Core inflation projected at 4.68%. Official data due Jan 12, 2026. Read more.
Nagpur police invoke stringent MCOCA against 9 accused in the brazen daylight murder of local political functionary Sachin Shahu. Seven arrested, two absconding in case linked to financial dispute.
Patna Municipal Corporation unveils a 2026 roadmap for cleaner, citizen-friendly infrastructure. Key plans include 26 organised vending zones, a major waste-to-energy project, and city-wide repairs. Read more.
Nagpur rural police invokes stringent MCOCA against a 12-member interstate cattle smuggling syndicate, marking the first such use in Maharashtra. Seven arrested, probe ongoing.
Following a major jewellery shop robbery in Hunsur, Mysuru jewellers are urged to upgrade security. Over 1200 shops in the district review safety measures as police hunt for the gang.
Indian equities eye strong 2026 with Nifty targets up to 29,120. Analysts bet on earnings growth, a potential US trade deal, and robust retail inflows despite rupee volatility. Read the full analysis.
Haryana Police records a significant 5.7% decline in overall crime in 2025, with sharp drops in rape, robbery, and murder cases. Proactive operations lead to over 4,000 offenders jailed. Read the full report.
Mangaluru police apply stringent KCOCA against two accused in violent Kaup land dispute case. One arrested, one absconding. Details on the escalating conflict inside.
Mobile retail firm SS Retail has filed for a Rs 500 crore IPO with SEBI. The offer comprises a Rs 300 crore fresh issue and a Rs 200 crore offer for sale. Read the full details here.
Karnataka Police invoke stringent KCOCA against all accused in Udupi bus owner murder. Five arrested, prime accused abroad. Property seizure imminent. Read details.
A spate of gas-cutter attacks on SBI ATMs across Bihar has led to a multi-state probe. Police suspect a Haryana-based organised gang. Read the full investigation details.
Haryana Police leadership, led by DGP O P Singh, holds a crucial brainstorming session at Madhuban to review 2025 operations and set a proactive, intelligence-driven crime-control plan for 2026. Key focus on organised crime, cyber threats, and public trus
DMart prioritises aggressive store expansion for long-term growth, impacting short-term cash flow. JioMart and Blinkit lead in weekly active user growth. Read the full analysis.
Delhi Police's Crime Branch files chargesheet against Manoj Yadav, key aide of gangster Kapil Sangwan. The syndicate evolved from robberies to contract killings. Read the full investigation details.
Latehar police's 2025 offensive led to 66 arrests and seizure of illegal arms, including a Glock with Pakistan links. SP vows heightened action against organised crime. Read details.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025, pushes for standardised ATS framework across states and announces 360-degree assault on organised crime networks. Read more.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah details a comprehensive national strategy against organised crime, focusing on coordination, technology, and stringent laws. Read the full plan.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveils India's first national Organised Crime Network Database (OCND), an AI-powered platform to dismantle cross-state criminal syndicates and boost internal security.