Akshara Srivastava

Akshaya Tritiya likely to keep its shine under gold's costly glare

Jewellery retailers expect strong Akshaya Tritiya demand despite high gold prices, supported by festive sentiment, wedding season demand and growing interest in diamond jewellery

Listed hotel companies may add 70,000 keys to sector by FY30: CBRE

India's hospitality sector is set for long-term expansion as strong domestic tourism, rising incomes and premiumisation trends drive hotel chains to add over 70,000 keys by 2030

Soft drink bottlers set for growth; margins under pressure: Crisil

Crisil says soft drink bottlers may see revenue growth return to 15 per cent this financial year, but rising competition and higher crude-linked packaging costs could weigh on margins

Consumer durables' Q4 results may show impact of war, March rainfall

Rising input costs and unseasonal March rains hurt consumer durables demand in Q4FY26, with margin pressures expected to persist despite modest growth outlook

Tamara Leisure targets 50:50 asset-light mix with ₹600 crore investment

Hospitality chain plans balanced asset mix and Rs 600 crore expansion over five years, with focus on scaling midscale brand Lilac amid strong demand in the segment

Hyatt Hotels plans to expand India footprint with 5 new hotels in 2026

Hotel chain plans five new openings in India and explores partnerships and investments, betting on strong domestic demand and rising discretionary spending

AI can help general trade, boost annual revenues up to 20%: BCG research

Study highlights how AI-driven sales planning, execution and backend automation can transform general trade channels and unlock significant revenue growth

Sarovar Hotels taps branded residences, aims over 400 hotels in 5 years

The hospitality player, with over 150 hotels and over 11,000 keys across 87 destinations, has announced 12 signings and six openings in the first quarter of this year

Hilton to open 125 Hampton hotels across India under franchise deal

Hilton signs franchise agreement with Royal Orchid Hotels to launch 125 Hampton hotels across India, strengthening its presence in the midscale hospitality segment

Jewellery could help retail sector post 23% revenue growth in Q4FY26

Strong jewellery demand supports retail growth in Q4FY26, though weak consumption trends weigh on segments like apparel, QSR and lifestyle retailers

Summer will be tough, but growth in line of sight, says Blue Star MD

Unseasonal rains and West Asia conflict may hit demand and costs, but Blue Star expects 20 per cent growth backed by strong long-term AC market expansion

West Asia conflict: Only 2 Indian-flagged LPG vessels in Strait of Hormuz

State-run refiners defer maintenance and ramp up LPG output as vessels clear Strait of Hormuz, while government tightens supply monitoring amid ongoing West Asia tensions

Hyatt ties up with Brigade Group for Hyatt House Bengaluru Devanahalli

Hyatt signs deal with Brigade Group to develop 135 serviced apartments in Devanahalli, targeting business and leisure travellers near Bengaluru airport and tech corridor

IPO-bound Pride Hotels eyes premiumisation amid strong travel demand

Pride Hotels plans expansion across metros and pilgrimage hubs, eyes IPO launch as domestic travel demand surges and new luxury brand Pride Lux is introduced

Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer aims to double India business in 5 years

Opens first exclusive boutique in Delhi, plans expansion to Mumbai, Bengaluru

FMCG firms expect high single-digit growth in Q4 despite global risks

FMCG companies expect steady growth in Q4FY26 driven by strong domestic demand, even as geopolitical tensions weigh on international markets

Good Friday weekend drives surge in travel bookings, hotel demand

Rising preference for short-haul trips and late bookings is pushing up occupancies and room rates, with hotels and villa rentals reporting strong demand across key leisure destinations

LG Electronics crosses one million AC sales in Q1 2026 amid strong demand

LG Electronics India crosses one million AC sales in Q1 2026, marking its fastest summer start, driven by early product launches, strong demand and supply chain efficiency

Corporate travel set to drive growth for majors amid global flux

Cost pressures push firms towards tighter, tech-led travel management

Restaurant industry staring at ₹79,000 crore hit amid LPG shortage

LPG supply constraints are forcing restaurants to shut outlets, cut menus, and reduce hours, with industry losses estimated at up to ₹79,000 crore