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Nothing led India's smartphone market growth in the second quarter of 2026. This surge followed strong demand for their Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro models. Increased brand visibility came from sponsoring the Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL franchise. Samsung also saw growth, while the overall market faces price challenges. Nothing attributes its success to product design and innovation in a difficult market. 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/mobiles/nothing-leads-indias-smartphone-growth-in-q2-as-shipments-surge-105-report/132459387

In this exclusive conversation for the latest edition of ETRetail’s signature Digital Cover Story - TOPSHELF, Decathlon India CEO Sankar Chatterjee discusses India's expanding role in the group's global strategy, why the company continues to invest despite a challenging retail environment, and how it is preparing for the next era of sports retail. Joining the conversation, Global CEO Javier López shares how India fits into Decathlon's worldwide ambitions and why the future of the company extends beyond sport itself. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/decathlon-at-50-the-india-play/132437182

Founded in 2019, Open Secret is a direct-to-consumer (D2C) food brand building what it claims are guilt-free alternatives to cookies, biscuits, chips, protein snacks, and more. 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/d2c-snack-brand-open-secret-raises-rs-50-crore-funding/132408539

Nearly 74% of combo orders come from Tier-II and smaller towns, while their share has doubled over the past three years as shoppers increasingly bundle everyday essentials and lifestyle products together. 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/one-in-five-meesho-orders-now-a-combo-purchase-as-bharat-shoppers-buy-solutions-over-products/132405305

The hydration sachets contain five electrolytes sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chloride—along with **eight essential vitamins, 500 mg of taurine, and 10 kcal per serving, the brand said in a press release. Each sachet can be mixed with 300 ml, 450 ml or 600 ml of water, depending on consumer preference, they added. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/health-and-beauty/fitness/ishant-sharma-and-yuzvendra-chahal-launch-hydration-brand-aquon/132366338

The India-UK trade agreement, effective July 15, offers Indian exports significant market share growth. This historic deal removes tariffs on many Indian goods entering the United Kingdom. British products like chocolate and auto parts will see reduced import duties in India. Indian companies can now bid on non-sensitive government procurement contracts in the UK. The agreement addresses trade barriers, benefiting sectors like steel and marine products. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/decoding-the-india-uk-ceta-check-whats-changing-in-terms-of-tariffs-import-duty-more/132355377

The company said it will utilise the capital to expand its company-owned retail network, invest in product design and innovation, strengthen talent and enhance its omnichannel capabilities. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/aukera-raises-rs-90-crore-to-accelerate-retail-expansion-targets-next-phase-of-growth/132310970

Vivo India and Dixon Technologies have formed a joint venture for smartphone manufacturing. Dixon Technologies will hold a 51% stake in the new entity. This partnership received government approval under Press Note 3 of 2020. Operations are expected to begin in the December quarter of this fiscal year. The joint venture aims to produce millions of smartphone units annually. 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/mobiles/vivo-receives-govts-nod-to-form-jv-with-dixon-technologies-to-manufacture-smartphones/132301138

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