Franchise Business Opportunities In India

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

Consumers are encountering rising costs once more as tomato, onion, and potato prices escalate, heightening worries about food inflation. The surge in tomato prices, particularly in northern regions, can be attributed to extreme heat affecting both production and transportation. from Top Retail News | Latest Retailing & Retail Industry Information and Updates: ET Retail : ETRetail.com https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/food-entertainment/grocery/tomato-onion-stoke-fears-of-higher-food-inflation/132082520

Milk prices are expected to increase by 4–5 per cent this fiscal due to higher production costs and slower growth in milk supply. Dairy companies are expected to pass on these costs to consumers through phased price increases, particularly in value-added categories, resulting in average retail price increases of 5–6 per cent across milk product segments. 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/organised-dairy-sector-to-post-1315-per-cent-revenue-growth-this-fiscal-on-sustained-demand-crisil-ratings/132066462