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Wipro Consumer Care and Lighting will acquire a 60% stake in premium skincare brand Dermatouch at an enterprise value of ₹387.5 crore, marking its entry into digital-first brands. The remaining 40% will be acquired over three years. Dermatouch, founded by Anish Nagpal and Amit Purswani, reported ₹131 crore revenue in FY26. 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/wipro-consumer-care-to-acquire-60-stake-in-dermatouch-for-rs-387-5-crore/133335625

The trend mirrors a significant shift in the US, the world's largest diamond consumer market, where lab-grown stones have moved from being a niche alternative to becoming mainstream in engagement jewellery. The growing popularity there, driven by affordability and the ability to buy larger stones for the same budget, offers a glimpse into the potential trajectory of the category in India. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/smaller-cities-take-a-big-shine-to-diamonds-grown-in-labs/133310098

Maharashtra's food safety chief has intensified a crackdown on grocery delivery companies. Twelve warehouses belonging to Eternal, Swiggy, and Zepto had their permits suspended. Inspectors found cockroach infestations and rotten vegetables in several storage facilities. Rodent droppings and unhygienic conditions were also discovered during recent inspections. This action follows previous closures of popular eateries for poor hygiene standards. 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/india-state-food-safety-chief-targets-eternal-swiggy-zepto-in-sweeping-crackdown-suspends-permits-of-12-warehouses/133284461

Bathware giant Kohler plans to invest at least $100 m over the next decade in the country, where it expects bathrooms to evolve with smart technology. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/home-and-decor/bedding-and-bath/india-open-to-more-shape-colour-in-bathware-david-kohler-ceo-kohler-co-/133254998

The Supreme Court on Thursday questioned FSSAI over its reluctance to mandate warning labels on packaged foods high in salt, sugar and saturated fats, alleging corporate pressure and stressing consumer awareness. The Centre has two weeks to decide whether it will implement interpretive front-of-pack labels or require judicial intervention. 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/supreme-court-raps-fssai-over-warning-labels-on-high-salt-sugar-and-fat-packaged-foods/133227496

Zappfresh aims to partner with 500 meat shops this fiscal year. The company is building an asset-light model focused on supply-chain enablement. They plan to deepen their presence in Mumbai and Bengaluru over two years. Zappfresh will supply products and standardize quality and pricing for partners. This strategy allows retailers to focus on customer engagement and sales. 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/zappfresh-targets-500-partner-meat-shops-this-fiscal-as-it-takes-supply-chain-play-to-offline/133171074

N Chandrasekaran has stepped down as Tata Sons chairman, ending a significant tenure. ET had first reported Chandrasekaran is considering stepping down as Tata Sons chairman. His departure follows disagreements within Tata Trusts regarding business performance and capital needs. The group's revenue and profit saw substantial growth under his leadership. Chandrasekaran's exit creates a leadership transition for the conglomerate. This occurs as the group makes major investments in new ventures. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/n-chandrasekaran-resigns-as-chairman-of-tata-sons-before-agm/133172962

Barista Coffee and YogaBar are joining forces to introduce a unique range of protein coffee in India, designed to cater to the growing trend of functional nutrition. This collaboration aims to transform how consumers view protein, making it an enticing option in cafés. As younger demographics increasingly seek healthier lifestyles, the partnership is also looking to broaden the scope of protein-infused food offerings. 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/barista-teams-up-with-itc-yogabar-to-build-protein-coffee-category-targets-10-pc-share-of-beverage-portfolio-in-2-years/133154762

In a conversation with ETRetail for the latest edition of our signature Digital Cover Story - TOPSHELF, Akshay Jatia, CEO, Westlife Foodworld (McDonald’s India West & South) talks about inheriting a business built by his parents, the evolution of the Indian consumer, why omnichannel is no longer optional and what the next chapter of Westlife Foodworld looks like. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/redefining-the-golden-arches-akshay-jatia-on-legacy-leadership-and-the-next-chapter-of-westlife-foodworld/133099014

Britannia Industries MD Rakshit Hargave backed FSSAI’s crackdown on packaged foods and beverages, saying consumer interests should be protected. Britannia is also strengthening its regional strategy amid rising competition and plans price increases of 1.5-2% in the second quarter. 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/fssai-crackdown-in-consumer-interest-says-britannia-chief-rakshit-hargave/133078648