Franchise Business Opportunities In India

Counterfeiters are flooding the Indian market with impure silver, exploiting rising prices and demand. Refiners are urging mandatory hallmarking and licensing for silver products to ensure quality and transparency. Despite upcoming mandatory hallmarking, many jewelers are not complying, leading to substandard silver with prohibited elements entering the market. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/jewellery/indias-silver-market-faces-purity-crisis-amid-soaring-investment-demand/131322131

India's Android smartphone manufacturing is heating up. As a key government scheme concludes, companies are competing fiercely on price. Brands are now spreading their orders across more manufacturers. This shift is impacting major players, with mid-tier rivals gaining ground. Companies are actively seeking new business to drive growth in a market facing stagnant volumes. 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/competition-heats-up-in-indias-smartphone-manufacturing-sector-as-pli-winds-down/131321639

Pronto's service professionals — who provide cleaning, washing, and meal preparation services — record their activities, generating videos that can help train physical AI systems. Following privacy concerns, the founders of rival platforms Urban Company and Snabbit clarified that they do not engage in such practices and have no plans to do so. 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/ettech-explainer-what-prontos-new-video-recording-feature-means-for-your-privacy/131301470

​People confined to indoors are increasingly turning to online platforms for purchases spanning daily essentials to cooling products and consumer electronics. While this also means a heavier workload for delivery executives, the platforms said they are taking measures to help them cope with the weather. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/delivery-platforms-deploy-cooling-cover-as-orders-heat-up/131272069

Flipkart powered Walmart's international growth in the first quarter of FY27. The ecommerce company boosted advertising revenue and profitability and its quick commerce offering, Flipkart Minutes, is scaling faster deliveries. This quick commerce push aligns with Walmart's global strategy to enhance ecommerce economics. 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/walmarts-international-sales-growth-in-q4-driven-by-flipkart-china-units/131256017

Quick commerce now represents 6% of FMCG sales, doubling from FY25, with Dabur and Britannia leading at 9% of total sales. This channel drives a significant majority of online sales for these companies, accounting for 75% and 70% respectively. Growth is linked to premium brands and impulse purchases, though Hindustan Unilever sees demand for daily essentials. 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/q-comm-sales-for-fmcg-giants-double-this-year/131238993

India's direct selling sector is facing tough competition from online platforms. Consumers now expect faster delivery and convenience, mirroring e-commerce standards. This pressure affects how direct selling companies attract and keep customers. Despite challenges, the industry grew 4 percent in FY25, reaching Rs 23,021 crore. Wellness products lead sales, followed by cosmetics and personal care. 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/competition-between-direct-selling-industry-e-comm-platforms-intensifying-report/131217255

MakeMyTrip achieved record gross bookings of $10.4 billion for fiscal year 2026. Revenue also reached $1 billion for the full year. The company saw significant growth in adjusted margins across air ticketing, hotels, packages, and bus ticketing. AI assistant Myra is enhancing customer experience and reaching new users. This performance highlights MakeMyTrip's strengthened position in the travel market. 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/makemytrip-reports-gross-bookings-of-10-4-billion-for-fy26/131215060

Arvind Limited is expanding its global reach. The company has launched Arvind Atelier in the UAE and a design hub in London. This move aims to bring design, sourcing, and manufacturing closer to international fashion brands. The new initiatives will enhance speed, flexibility, and quality in delivering solutions. This expansion is set to strengthen Arvind's position in key global markets. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/apparel-fashion/arvind-limited-expands-global-footprint-with-uae-subsidiary-london-design-hub/131193497

Amazon India is introducing 1,000 electric trucks for its Amazon Now service by 2028. Fifty trucks are already on the road. These vehicles will transport goods between fulfillment centers and micro-fulfillment centers. The initiative aims to support quick commerce operations across India, starting with key cities. 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/amazon-now-to-deploy-1000-eicher-electric-trucks/131175497