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In a significant regulatory move, the Maharashtra FDA has suspended food licenses for a Blinkit center and two popular Mumbai restaurants after uncovering critical hygiene and safety failings. Inspections revealed food stored dangerously close to drains and a concerning presence of cockroaches. Furthermore, officials identified uncertified food handlers and visible burns, leading the administration to assure rigorous legal consequences for those jeopardizing consumer safety. 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/maharashtra-fda-suspends-blinkit-2-mumbai-eateries-food-licences-over-serious-hygiene-violations/133696467

Zomato has made the decision to shut down its customer support operations in Hyderabad, impacting around 250 employees. Those affected will receive their salaries and severance packages, along with continued medical benefits. This transition aims to centralize support services at the Gurugram headquarters, reflecting broader outsourcing trends in the industry. 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/zomato-layoffs-250-jobs-cut-as-company-shuts-customer-support-centre-in-hyderabad/133666571

The rise of social media influencers has given birth to a new wave of consumer brands, garnering tremendous venture capital interest. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/social-media-influencers-don-entrepreneurial-hat-launch-vc-backed-consumer-brands/133643521

Purple Style Labs plans a ₹680 crore initial public offering to fund its expansion. The luxury fashion platform operates under the Pernia's Pop-Up Shop brand name. Revenue has grown, but net losses and debt have also significantly increased. The company faces potential impacts from international trade policy changes. Investors may await clearer financial performance before committing capital. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/can-purple-style-labs-ipo-deliver-long-term-growth-for-high-risk-investors/133639616

Procter & Gamble’s global technology chief Seth Cohen said Indian universities are adapting quickly to new technologies, helping create a talent pool that is increasingly important to the company’s global technology operations. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/personal-care-pet-supplies-liquor/pg-bets-on-indian-talent-to-drive-its-global-tech-operations/133585997

Across Day 2 of the 4th ETRetail ShopFWD Summit 2026, industry leaders pointed to a retail model increasingly built around experience, personalisation, service and deeper collaboration between brands and real estate players. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/shopfwd-summit-2026-retails-new-growth-equation-winning-consumers-time-trust-and-attention/133568240

Japanese textile giants, notably Uniqlo, are eyeing deeper investments in India, indicating a shift towards sourcing products locally for their international lines. During a recent meeting, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal engaged with Uniqlo's CEO to explore opportunities in retail and manufacturing partnerships. With a keen focus on quality, Indian enterprises are gearing up to align with Japan's stringent textile and food industry standards. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/japanese-textile-firms-including-uniqlo-eye-higher-investment-sourcing-from-india-goyal/133545961

Retailers and quick-commerce platforms including D-Mart, BigBasket, Blinkit and Swiggy Instamart have started limiting sugar purchases as supplies tighten ahead of the festive season. Retail sugar prices have risen about 40% in two months. 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/retailers-quick-commerce-companies-limit-sugar-rush-amid-stock-pain/133528398

ShopFWD 2026 will bring together Indian retail leaders who are eager to redefine consumer engagement. With a focus on creating meaningful experiences, shopping centers are transforming into vibrant community spaces, shifting away from traditional transactional roles. Fashion brands will engage in discussions on identifying growth opportunities and maintaining relevance amidst fierce competition. This summit aims to clarify strategies for brands and destinations to capture consumer attention and spending effectively. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/fashion-malls-and-the-experience-economy-industry-leaders-to-decode-retails-next-growth-chapter-at-etshopfwd-2026/133526915

The new desktop will debut as soon as the coming days, potentially putting the unveiling ahead of a September event to introduce the next iPhones, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the plan isn’t public. Apple has tested versions with both the M5 and M6 generations of its processor line. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/consumer-durables-and-information-technology/consumer-electronics/apple-gears-up-to-launch-its-first-new-mac-mini-in-two-years/133489062