Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Virat Kohli relaunched his lifestyle brand One8 with Agilitas Sports. This venture aims to overcome past challenges faced by celebrity-backed brands. Agilitas brings operational expertise and manufacturing capabilities to the brand. The company is focusing on rapid product development and efficient distribution. Success will depend on consumer repeat purchases within the first year. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/sportswear/can-virat-kohli-crack-indias-celebrity-brand-jinx/132275627

Flipkart's food and nutrition business sees 50 per cent year-on-year growth. Younger consumers and shoppers from smaller cities are driving this significant expansion. Premium products now account for twenty-five percent of the category's gross merchandise value. Healthier alternatives are replacing conventional grocery purchases across India. Flipkart aims to expand premium food choices and make healthier options accessible. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/indias-food-basket-is-changing-fast-flipkart-says-bharat-is-leading-it/132268933

Food regulator FSSAI has issued notices to three companies for labelling violations. Lotte India faced action for non-compliant labels and misleading vegetarian claims. Kubera Foods received a notice for false claims on its cream bun product. Ferns N Petals was also cited for misleading claims on its chocolate. These actions aim to protect consumer interests and ensure fair practices. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/food-services/fssai-notices-to-lotte-india-ferns-n-petals-kubera-foods-for-misleading-claims/132259241

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman encouraged the toy industry to capture a quarter of the global market. She highlighted government policies and trade agreements supporting this ambitious goal. Domestic toy exports have significantly increased, while imports have sharply declined. The minister emphasized the importance of branding and quality product creation for success. Support programs are empowering Indian toy manufacturers to compete internationally. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/toys-kids-and-baby/toys/fm-sitharaman-exhorts-toymakers-to-aim-for-a-fourth-of-global-market-share/132252683

Speaking to ETRetail, Amit Kumar Agarwal, co-founder and CEO of NoBroker, said the move into beauty services stems from increasing consumer demand for convenience-led services at home. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/nobroker-enters-beauty-services-with-zivora-bets-on-home-services-ecosystem-for-next-phase-of-growth/132212207

Founded in September 2025 by former Udaan senior executives Pradeep Yadav and Ankit Agarwal, Klydo delivered clothing, accessories, footwear, and home and gifting products within 15 to 30 minutes in Bengaluru. It competed with startups like Knot, Zilo, and Slikk. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/e-commerce/e-tailing/rapid-fashion-delivery-startup-klydo-shuts-down-operations/132206013

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The company plans to utilise Rs 40 crore from the net proceeds towards repayment or prepayment of certain borrowings, Rs 260 crore for setting up new stores under its Ratnadeep and National Mart formats, while the remaining funds will be used for general corporate purposes. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/ratnadeep-retail-files-drhp-with-sebi-for-ipo-plans-to-raise-rs-400-crore-through-fresh-issue/132135109

Limelight Diamonds said it plans to expand its retail footprint through both company-owned and franchise-operated stores, with a target of adding 100 stores in 2026 and scaling up to 200 stores by 2027. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/limelight-lab-grown-diamonds-raises-rs-275-crore-to-expand-manufacturing-and-retail-network/132115226

India's retail landscape is shifting from geographical segmentation to lifestyle and digital communities. Consumers now prioritize aspirations and preferences, seeking products that reflect their identity and multiple life roles. Premiumization is driven by confidence, not just income, as products become tools for self-expression. Retailers must understand this evolving consumer to offer relevant, accessible premium experiences, focusing on discovery over mere distribution. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/blog/why-indias-next-consumption-story-will-be-defined-by-lifestyles-not-locations/132064449