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GST transition sparks short-term FMCG demand dip in Sep quarter: Report

FMCG volumes eased to 5.4% in Q2 as GST transition caused a brief slowdown, though rural markets continued to outpace urban areas and overall sector growth stayed strong at 12.9%

Biyani sisters' Foodstories sees triple-digit growth in 1st year of launch

Since the first store at Ambience Mall in New Delhi's Vasant Kunj, the chain has expanded to Bengaluru's Lavelle Road and Hyderabad's Banjara Hills

IHCL to acquire 51% stake in wellness brand Atmantan for ₹240 crore

The transaction will entail a primary investment of Rs 205 crore and a secondary share purchase of Rs 35 crore

Quick commerce feeds revenue appetite of packaged food companies

Taste for convenience serves up 50-100% growth for AWL Agri, Tata Consumer, Parle

Jubilant FoodWorks' Q2 net profit jumps 1.9 times on strong Domino's growth

Jubilant FoodWorks delivered a standout Q2FY26 with profit up 190%, powered by Domino's expansion to 500 cities, strong delivery-led growth, and double-digit gains at Popeyes

Delhi markets slowly returning to normalcy after Red Fort blast

Bazaars reopen under watchful eyes as national capital balances fear, caution, and hope for revival this wedding season

Blast in Delhi may hit tourism briefly as US, UK issue advisories

US, UK issue travel advisories as peak season kicks off

Business goes on in Delhi markets even as air quality hits severe levels

Even as Delhi's air quality remains in the severe category, traders say sales are steady and shoppers are adapting, with malls reporting strong footfalls despite marginal high-street dips

Online travel aggregator Ixigo integrates AI into core strategy for growth

Solutions for consumer pain points in travel to be first focus; monetisation to follow

B9 Beverages founder assures employees that he will pay them their dues

Bira 91 maker's CEO Ankur Jain says proceeds from a planned asset sale will be used to clear unpaid salaries, PF dues, and revive operations amid investor disputes

IHCL expects weddings, MICE to drive 10% growth in December quarter

Co. records 14th consecutive quarter of growth, net tumbles due to one-off gain

MakeMyTrip sees surge in premium stays; Goa, Jaipur top domestic picks

MakeMyTrip's year-end campaign reveals a clear premiumisation trend, with one in three domestic travellers opting for 4- or 5-star stays and Goa, Jaipur, and Udaipur emerging as favourites

Dutch technology investor Prosus joins India's travel story with Ixigo bet

Global major open to investing in more travel cos in India

Extended rains took a toll on beverage sales in September quarter

Heavy rainfall and an extended monsoon dragged down beverage sales for Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Varun Beverages, and Dabur during the September quarter as consumer demand softened

Ethnic brands cash in on wedding boom as bridal wear demand surges

The Big Fat Indian Wedding just got fatter, with labels from Biba to Taneira moving up value chain to tap into bridal boom

Indian hotels post steady gains in September despite seasonal slowdown

Hotel industry sustains growth momentum in September 2025 as room rates and occupancy rise despite a traditionally slow quarter; Bengaluru and Hyderabad emerge top performers

Dabur India launches ₹500 cr venture arm to back digital-first brands

GST impact of ₹100 crore in September quarter, says CEO

Bira 91 employees write to central government over salary, PF dues

Around 90 employees have written to multiple ministries alleging unpaid dues, PF and TDS violations, and non-payment of gratuity, urging an immediate probe

White spirits lead Radico's growth story; Q2 net profit rises 73%

Radico Khaitan's net profit jumps 73% to Rs 139.5 crore in Q3FY26 as white spirits like vodka and gin outpace brown spirits in driving premiumisation

Varun Beverages forays into alco-bev sector with Carlsberg tie-up in Africa

PepsiCo bottler Varun Beverages enters the alcoholic drinks space via a Carlsberg partnership in Africa, even as extended monsoons keep India volumes flat in Q3CY25