Aneeka Chatterjee

Aneeka Chatterjee

Aneeka Chatterjee

Leela Palaces bets on firm domestic demand; staycations rise: CEO

International expansion exploration on, capex plan of ₹1,300 crore till 2030

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 11:08 PM IST

Gold loses its sheen on import duty hike, jewellery stores feel the pinch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday appealed to Indians to reduce their gold purchases for a year in a move to encourage foreign exchange savings amid the crisis in West Asia

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 9:59 PM IST

AI travel bots gain traction as users seek faster itinerary planning

Ixigo, MakeMyTrip and Yatra are strengthening multilingual AI assistants as travellers increasingly prefer conversational and intent-driven travel planning experiences

Updated On: 13 May 2026 | 9:38 PM IST

Hospitality chains upbeat about PM Modi's call for domestic travel

Hotel chains and industry bodies expect stronger domestic tourism demand after PM Modi urged citizens to avoid non-essential foreign travel

Updated On: 12 May 2026 | 11:14 PM IST

Social media feeds emerge as new retail shelf for consumer brands

Consumer brands across beauty, jewellery and travel are increasingly using creator-led ecosystems and social commerce to drive discovery, engagement and direct sales

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 11:54 PM IST

FAITH backs PM Modi's domestic travel push, seeks more foreign tourists

The tourism industry backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for economic prudence and called for stronger efforts to boost inbound tourism

Updated On: 11 May 2026 | 8:10 PM IST

Samsung bets on experiential retail, AI to deepen enterprise play in India

Samsung India is expanding its enterprise strategy through integrated ecosystems, AI-led solutions and experiential retail centres targeting businesses across sectors

Updated On: 06 May 2026 | 9:16 PM IST

Alpha Corp to invest ₹750 cr in EIL's stressed assets after SC nod

Alpha Corp to revive EIL's stalled projects with ₹750 crore investment after Supreme Court clears resolution plans, offering relief to over 3,000 buyers

Updated On: 06 May 2026 | 7:43 PM IST

Sobha Q4FY26 results: Profit rises 125%, net revenue up to ₹2,300 cr

The developer reported sales value growth of 30 per cent YoY to Rs 8,135 crore in FY26, up from Rs 6,276 crore in FY25, with Q4 FY26 sales value at Rs 2,039 crore

Updated On: 05 May 2026 | 12:36 AM IST

Get, set, go: India's summer travel packs for coolcations, short escapes

Travel sentiment sustaining despite sharp spike in costs, platforms reveal

Updated On: 04 May 2026 | 10:26 PM IST

Reliance Retail acquires Anomaly, expands beauty portfolio globally

Deal gives Reliance Retail full ownership of Anomaly Haircare, strengthening its presence in beauty and personal care while scaling the brand across India and global markets

Updated On: 30 Apr 2026 | 8:56 PM IST

Innerwear to fashion: Innovation, trends reshape India's shapewear market

India's shapewear market is evolving beyond innerwear into a fashion category, driven by innovation, social media trends, and rising demand for comfort and inclusivity

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 9:47 PM IST

Ramky Estates acquires 4.3 msf Skylark projects, eyes ₹2,000 crore

Ramky Estates has acquired stalled Skylark residential projects in Bengaluru, aiming to revive construction, ensure delivery, and unlock revenue potential of around Rs 2,000 crore

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 7:20 PM IST

Investment in India still crucial for Coca-Cola's growth: CEO Braun

Beverage major says it will continue investing in India to expand reach, build capabilities and drive long-term growth despite the market still being far from maturity

Updated On: 29 Apr 2026 | 12:53 AM IST

West Asia conflict hits India's beverage sector as packaging costs surge

Since February, these disruptions have collided with a surge in demand due to the commencement of summer and a structural shift towards packaged beverages, creating a supply-demand mismatch

Updated On: 26 Apr 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

Ocean's call: Coastal cities go from holiday stay to primary housing

Micro-markets such as Alibaug in Maharashtra, and the wider Konkan region are among the biggest beneficiaries of this trend

Updated On: 24 Apr 2026 | 12:10 AM IST

Packaging costs to dent alcobev margins by up to 200 bps, says Crisil

Alcobev firms may see margins shrink 150-200 bps and growth slow as glass bottle shortages and rising packaging costs, driven by LNG disruptions, weigh on operations

Updated On: 22 Apr 2026 | 1:38 PM IST

Smartworks crosses 10 million sq ft operational portfolio milestone

Flexible workspace provider reaches key milestone as demand from enterprises and GCCs drives growth in large campuses, multi-city deployments and long-term contracts

Updated On: 21 Apr 2026 | 6:38 PM IST

Bhive ropes in Milind Soman as Brand Ambassador for fitness workspaces

Bhive has appointed Milind Soman as brand ambassador as it sharpens its focus on fitness-led workspaces and campus-style coworking models

Updated On: 21 Apr 2026 | 12:40 PM IST

Tissot launches official e-commerce platform in India, enters direct retail

Swiss watchmaker Tissot debuts its official online platform in India, aiming to deepen customer engagement and strengthen its digital presence in a fast-growing market

Updated On: 20 Apr 2026 | 4:44 PM IST