Gifts

Healthy Diwali gifts: From dry fruits to air purifiers, what's worth it

From organic hampers and sugar-free sweets to wearable health tech, wellness is the new gifting buzzword as experts explain what truly helps and what's just clever marketing

Festival cheer: Gifting platforms unwrap 50% growth on quick commerce

From cakes and curated hampers to flowers and chocolates, qcom is rewriting the rules of festival gifting

To the cradle born: Baby shower gifting makes strides across cities

The baby-shower gifts market in India was valued at around Rs 750 crore in 2024 and is expected to double by 2029 with a CAGR of approximately 12-14 per cent

Swiggy enters gifting market, unveils 'Giftables' ahead of festive season

Swiggy launches 'Giftables', a curated gifting service offering personalised gift options, delivered in under an hour, as quick-commerce firms race to expand offerings during the festive season

Heritage watches to rare books: A curated bouquet of exquisite gifts

The collection includes: Jaipur Watch Company's limited-edition watch, Baccarat's Rouge 540 and more

Gifting startups raised $115.9 mn over a decade, funding declined in 2025

Funding activity in India for 2025 so far has been muted, with Indigifts as the sole startup to secure investment

Raksha Bandhan 2025: Budget-friendly gift ideas for brothers and sisters

This year, Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated on August 09. Whether you're celebrating with your siblings or sending gifts away, budget-friendly gift ideas always add a special sparkle to the festival

10 million orders placed online this Valentine's season, says report

During the first nine days of this month, Tier-II cities recorded over 37 per cent higher volumes compared to the same period in 2024

Does GST apply to pre-paid gift vouchers and cards? Know what the rule says

GST exemption also makes vouchers more appealing to consumers, who can redeem them without the worry of extra taxes, potentially increasing footfall in both physical stores and online platforms

7 must-have tech gifts for Valentine's Day 2025 that'll wow your loved one

Make this Valentine's Day special by giving special tech gifts to your partner. Here are the 7 best tech gifts for Valentine's Day 2025 for your loved ones

With weddings becoming ever more lavish, gifts need to rise to the occasion

No Indian wedding is complete without some sparkle, and Bottega Veneta's Knot Minaudiere Clutch in gold delivers just that

Cuban cigars to AirTags: Luxe hotels curate Diwali hampers beyond the box

Locally sourced goodies, sustainable packaging becomes the draw this festival season

Amazon Business reports over 134% growth on Corporate Gifting Store

Products such as mixer grinders, juicers, thermal drinkware, headphones, chocolates and dry fruits were among the most corporate gifting items on the e-commerce firm's business-to-business marketplace

Buying your dream home, gifting for festivals: Top personal finance stories

We report on how strategise for a pricey property market and what to give family and friends for Diwali

Luxurious or simple: Festive gift options for everyone in giving season

From hampers curated by five star hotels to dry fruits, the choice is wide

Following freebies row, UK's PM Starmer pays back $8K worth of gifts

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Wednesday it is right that he has paid back more than 6,000 pounds (USD 8,000) worth of gifts and hospitality, following a row over freebies. For weeks, Starmer has faced criticism over the scale of the donations, which included clothes, eyeglasses and tickets to his beloved soccer team Arsenal, that he received over recent years. During the last parliamentary term from 2019 to 2024, Starmer received around 100,000 pounds worth of donations, substantially more than any other member of parliament. Though the donations were legal and properly filed with officials in the UK Parliament, the row has dented Starmer's popularity ratings. According to officials at his 10 Downing Street offices, Starmer has covered the cost of six Taylor Swift tickets at London's Wembley Stadium, four to a horse racing event and a clothing rental agreement with a high-end designer favoured by his wife, Victoria Starmer. We are now going to bring forward principles fo

Hampers to experiences in India Inc's gift basket for the festival season

From local art collaborations to luxurious spa vouchers, corporate gifting is blending tradition with innovation

Selected gifts presented to President, ex-presidents to be auctioned

The Rashtrapati Bhavan through a web portal will auction selected gifts presented to the President and former presidents on different occasions, an official statement issued on Friday said. In the first phase, around 250 exquisite gifts will be auctioned, it said. "The aim of this initiative is not only to increase citizen engagement but also to support noble cause. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to help children in need," the statement issued by the President's office said. The bidding will be open from August 5 to August 26. After the conclusion of the bidding period, the items will be delivered to the highest bidders. "Rashtrapati Bhavan will auction selected gift items, presented to the President and former Presidents on various occasions, through an online portal called E-Upahaar," it said. The portal was launched by the President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday, on the completion of two years of her presidency. Interested persons can place their bids on ...

Avoid false dowry claims, keep a list of gifts exchanged: Allahabad HC

The court noted that meticulous documentation of gifts prevents both parties and their families from levelling baseless allegations of dowry transactions post-marriage

Gifted shares may escape capital gains tax if HC ruling sets precedent

The court held that a gift is a voluntary transfer and does not require consideration. Only when there is consideration received can profit or gain be measured