Govt hikes excise duty on cigarettes; prices to rise from Feb 1
Cigarettes to get costlier as the Centre imposes additional excise duty from February 1. Find out how much more you'll pay for brands like Marlboro, Gold Flake, and others.
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KFC, Pizza Hut Operators Merge in $934M Deal
Sapphire Foods and Devyani International, operators of KFC and Pizza Hut in India, announce a $934 million merger to tackle rising costs and competition. The new entity aims for annual synergies of ₹2.1-2.25 billion.
Indian Sneaker Brands Redefine Cool, End Import Hype
Forget waiting for foreign drops. In 2026, India's coolest footwear is homegrown. Discover how brands like Comet, Thaely, and Neeman's are reshaping style, sustainability, and status with local stories.
Sapphire and Devyani Merge, Creating Fast-Food Giant
Yum Brands' India partners Sapphire and Devyani announce a major merger, creating a franchisee behemoth. The move comes as the sector faces slowing sales and consumer cutbacks. Read the full analysis.
Top 5 Luxury Brands for Indian Men in 2025
From Canali's wedding wear to Zegna's boardroom power suits, discover the five global luxury labels that are dominating the wardrobes of style-conscious Indian men in 2025. Explore the shift towards contextual elegance.
NBA Tunnel Fashion: 5 Stars Who Launched Their Own Brands
NBA tunnel fashion is now a major pre-game event. Discover 5 active stars like Russell Westbrook and Stephen Curry who have successfully launched their own fashion brands, blending style with personal branding. Read more!
Chanel overtakes Louis Vuitton in 2025 luxury brand ranking
Brand Finance's 2025 report reveals Porsche as the most valuable luxury brand, while Chanel jumps 45% to overtake Louis Vuitton. Dior is the strongest brand. Explore the full list.
Indian Brands Succeed by Embracing Local Culture
Homegrown labels like Gully Labs and Vahdam Teas are ditching Western personas for authentic Indian stories, driven by young consumers seeking cultural relevance. Discover the shift reshaping India's consumer market.
MrBeast Wants to Make a Super Bowl Commercial for a Brand
YouTube star MrBeast publicly asks brands to let him create their Super Bowl ad, pitching his "amazing" idea. This bold move could reshape creator-led advertising. Read more.
Arvind Fashions buys Flipkart's stake for ₹135 crore
Arvind Fashions acquires Flipkart's stake in Arvind Youth Brands for ₹135 crore, making Flying Machine brand a wholly-owned subsidiary. Read the full story for details.
Arvind Fashions Buys Flipkart's Stake in Flying Machine
Arvind Fashions Ltd acquires Flipkart's 31.25% stake in Arvind Youth Brands for ₹135 crore. Flying Machine brand to remain on Flipkart. Full story on the strategic buyout.
India's 2025 Fashion & Luxury Boom: Met Gala to Tesla
From SRK's Met Gala debut to Chanel's India focus and Tesla's entry, 2025 marked India's rise in global luxury. Explore key moments shaping fashion, law, and retail.
Premium Food Brands Coming to Indian Railway Stations
Global & Indian food chains like McDonald's, KFC, Haldiram's are set to open outlets at Indian railway stations. First outlets expected in 2026. Read more.
India's Most Preferred Brands 2025-26 List Revealed
Team Marksmen Networks unveils the Most Preferred Brands 2025-26 list, highlighting a strategic shift towards hyper-personalization and consumer-centric engagement in India's market.
Funds to Acquire Additional 4.99% Stake in Sundrop Brands
Funds advised by Convergent Finance and Samara Capital are set to acquire an additional 4.99% stake in Sundrop Brands, increasing their total holding. This strategic move signals strong confidence in the packaged foods company's growth trajectory.
FMCG Brands in India Make Sustainability a Core Strategy
For Indian FMCG brands, sustainability is now a key competitive edge. See how Seagram's 100 Pipers hosted a zero-waste concert in Gurgaon, turning entertainment into a testbed for eco-innovation. Discover the future of green branding.
10 Best Smartwatch Offers from Top Brands in India
Discover expertly shortlisted smartwatch deals from leading brands like Apple, Samsung & Noise. Find your perfect wearable with specs, prices & key features detailed. Shop now!
VCs Bet Big on Mature Gujarat Startups, Rs 300 Cr Raised
Gujarat's startup ecosystem sees a funding surge exceeding Rs 300 crore, with venture capital shifting focus to D2C, SaaS, and clean energy firms demonstrating clear scale and exit paths. Explore the key deals and investor insights.
Jaipur fake ghee unit busted, 4 arrested
Jaipur police raided a fake ghee factory in Sarna Dungar, seizing 7,500 litres of spurious product. Four arrested for forging top dairy brands. Read the full investigation details.
India Retail Shines, Malls to Get $3.5B Investment
India's retail sector emerges as a global bright spot with malls at 95-100% occupancy. Over $3.5 billion in investments expected in 3 years as 88+ foreign brands enter. Read more.
FAT Brands Shareholder Sues Over Hidden Debt, Bankruptcy Risk
A FAT Brands shareholder sues, alleging the firm hid over $1.4B debt & used high-interest loans. Stock hits a 5-year low. Read about the bankruptcy risk & legal battle.
US PE Firm L Catterton Invests in Haldiram's Snacks
US private equity giant L Catterton buys minority stake in iconic Indian snacks brand Haldiram's. Deal aims to fuel global expansion and an eventual IPO. Discover the latest big-ticket investment in India's booming consumer market.
Founder Denies Fraud, Blames Lenders for Company Collapse
First Brands founder Patrick James accuses lenders of predatory practices leading to bankruptcy, while new management alleges massive financial fraud. Key details inside.
Eveready CEO on Storytelling for Legacy Brands
Eveready CEO Anirban Banerjee told students at Narula Institute of Technology how legacy brands use storytelling to connect across generations. Learn key insights from his talk.
New-age firms find gold in India's smaller towns
Ather Energy, Lenskart, and other consumer brands pivot to Tier 2-4 cities as rising incomes and digital adoption fuel explosive growth. Discover the strategy shift driving India's next consumption wave.
Australian Beauty Brands at Cosmoprof India 2025
Australian beauty brands bring cutting-edge innovation to Cosmoprof India 2025, showcasing sustainable products and forging new trade partnerships. Discover the latest trends shaping the Indian beauty market.
Chanel's New Era: Focus Shifts from Bags to Full Fashion
Chanel's first NYC show in 7 years, under new designer Matthieu Blazy, marks a strategic pivot. The luxury house aims to integrate clothing more prominently in stores, despite record price hikes. Explore the details.
Air Purifier Sales Jump 30%, Delhi-NCR Tops Chart
A new study reveals air purifier sales in India grew 30% YoY, driven by pollution. Delhi-NCR accounted for 72% of sales, with Philips and Dyson leading brands. Discover key trends.
Italian Police Investigate 13 Fashion Brands for Labour Abuse
Italian authorities visited 13 top fashion houses, including Prada and Gucci, seeking documents on supply-chain controls amid a probe into worker exploitation. Read the full details.
Global Retailers Scramble for India's Shoppers
From Lush to Lululemon, global fashion and personal-care brands are accelerating their India entry, driven by rising affluence and cooling demand elsewhere. Discover the key drivers reshaping India's $1.9 trillion retail market.
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