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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

Jubilant FoodWorks extends Domino's India franchise pact by 15 years

Jubilant FoodWorks renews its exclusive Domino's franchise in India for 15 years, with an option to extend the agreement further by 10 years

Kerten Hospitality forays into India, eyes 1,000 keys in expansion push

Takes a partnership approach to establish presence, actively working with asset owners

West Asia conflict: FMCG firms weigh price hikes as input costs rise

High crude prices eat into margins amid West Asia conflict

India flies out of emerging market bracket of BSH Home Appliances

BSH Home Appliances has made India a standalone region after 15% growth in 2025, driven by premiumisation and rising demand across key appliance categories

Luxury travel remains resilient despite ongoing war: Leela Hotels CEO

Luxury travel demand remains resilient despite geopolitical tensions, with travellers shifting to domestic destinations and alternative regions, say hotel industry executives

Travel companies, hotels announce discounts for peak travel season

Travel firms and hotels announce discounts to tap rising summer demand, even as higher fuel costs and policy changes are expected to push up airfares during the peak season

Parliamentary panel flags low fund use by tourism ministry, seeks reforms

Parliamentary panel highlights sharp underutilisation, recommends quarterly spending targets and a dedicated promotion board to boost tourism marketing

Spirituality remains key driver for travel in Asia, India ranks top: Report

Spirituality continues to shape travel choices in Asia, with Indian travellers leading the region in planning faith-based trips, according to a report by Agoda

Sudden rains, West Asia crisis throw a curveball at consumer demand

Rising raw material costs, West Asia tensions squeeze consumer goods sales

Retailers embrace redesign, renovation as premiumisation takes centre stage

Retailers are redesigning stores with minimalist aesthetics and premium formats as rising consumer demand for curated experiences drives a shift in retail presentation

Devyani International to invest ₹347 crore in Thailand's KFC operator

Investment in Restaurants Development Co will help repay debt and fund expansion, with Devyani to hold 49% stake through subsidiary DID

Thomas Cook India announces demerger of resorts business into Sterling

Move aims to unlock shareholder value, streamline capital structure and enable separate listing of Sterling Holiday Resorts on stock exchanges

West Asia war forces Indian tourists to look eastwards and inwards

Domestic destinations see an uptick as summer travel plans begin, while Indian travellers shift towards East and Southeast Asia amid geopolitical uncertainty

Nestle India to add Munch production line at Sanand plant with ₹225 crore

Nestle India will invest ₹225 crore to add a new Munch production line at its Sanand facility, boosting capacity to meet rising demand for confectionery products