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'Fusion of Art and Commerce Helps Virtuous Retail Create Culturally Rich Shopping Environments'

Sumi Gupta, board member of VR South Asia, who spearheads all things art and culture at the group, talks about the unique approach of curating art festivals in retail spaces to foster a deep community connection and drive commerce

Jumboking's Travel Retail Journey

About 95% of Jumboking's outlets are positioned at busy transit hubs benefiting from the high foot traffic these places enjoy

What's Driving the Success of Electronics on Q-commerce

Electronics are among the hottest selling items on q-commerce. Here's what's driving the trend and why the collaboration is a win-win for all stakeholders

Measuring the Influencer Effect

Influencer marketing has become a core part of every brand's marketing. But does it really benefit brands?

Mid-range Smartphone Users Lead in Premium Product Engagement

The study, conducted by Bobble AI’s Market Intelligence division, delves into the online shopping behaviour of smartphone users

'Ace Turtle Eyes ₹1,000 cr Revenue by FY28'

The company's goal is to grow Lee, Wrangler, Toys\"R\" Us and Dockers into ₹500 crore brands each by FY 2035

55 Million Square Feet of Grade-A Malls Needed till 2027 to Meet Growing Demand - Cushman & Wakefield

India’s retail on the brink of a significant transformation and expansion, driven by rising domestic consumption and favourable economic conditions

Japan's Furniture Major Nitori Sets Sail for India

The minimalist hoarding featuring the Nitori logo, along with the message \"Coming Soon,\" indicates that fit-outs are already underway

August: A Month of IPOS, Exits and Store Expansions

A roundup of happenings in August in the world of retail

'Transit Retail Will be a Key Area of Focus for Chalu Chinese'

Along with its sister brands Chalu Aapna Desi Chinese is redefining the transit retail space by tapping into the growing demand for quick yet quality food options in bustling, transit-heavy locations

On-the-go Pet Care

Heads Up for Tails opened its first airport store recently and is planning to open several more. Here's why the brand is so bullish about transit retail

'The Future Lies in Blending Automation with Personalised Customer Service'

Mohit Malik, Chief Technology Officer, Chaayos sheds light on the growing relevance of technology in the food industry and how Chaayos harnesses technology to achieve efficiencies and offer differentiated experiences

'We are Looking to Create an Ecosystem that Meets Customer Needs'

Retail tech company Ace Turtle has launched its fifth store of American toy, clothing and baby product retailer Toys\"R\"Us in Uttarakhand.

Our Malls Should Reflect the Customer of Today

Twenty four years old Sanya Runwal, Director - Retail, Runwal, speaks about the guiding principles behind the group's retail transformation, future developments and her vision for brand Runwal as the next generation leader

D2C Brands Flag Bearers of India's Growing Digital Economy

Bypassing the intermediaries and traditional distribution channels, and leveraging digital platforms and cutting-edge technologies to service consumers directly, D2C brands have emerged as a disruptive force on the Indian retail landscape

From Sleeplessness to Success

The dream journey of The Sleep Company from being a D2C startup founded to help Indians sleep better to crossing 100 stores and ₹500 crore ARR under five years to become one of the fastest growing D2C-first brands

REDEFINING FASHION RETAIL WITH EXPANSION, DIGITAL INNOVATION, AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

CnM Chunmun, a name synonymous with fashion and lifestyle retail in North India, is embarking on an exciting new chapter in its impressive 40-year journey.

Retail Sector Records Strongest Hi Leasing in 5 years: CBRE

Leasing in Bengaluru, Chennai, and Delhi-NCR accounted for 59% share during Jan-June 2024.

Lulu Mall Bengaluru Welcomes 5 New Brands

Lulu Mall, Bengaluru, operated by the multinational developer Lulu Group, has expanded its portfolio by welcoming five new retail brands, the company wrote on social media.

Gujarat gets its First IMAX at Palladium Ahmedabad

Mumbai-based PVR Cinemas opened a new theatre at Palladium Ahmedabad, a social media post by a company official.

Budget 2024-2025: What's in it for Retail?

An overview of all the retail ecosystem-related measures in the Budget 2024-2025 revealed by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her 7th budget speech.

Identity As a Service (IDAAS) Simplified

An explainer on Identity and Access Management-As-A-Service (IDaaS) in the context of retail.

6 Ways in Which D2C Brands are Redefining Physical Stores

From quirky fixtures to restageable elements, D2C brands do it differently when they open brick-and-mortar stores

What Innovation Means for Different Leaders

A look at how representatives of different retail categories define innovation and how they approach and implement it in their businesses.

Elevating Experience Through Omnichannel Retail Strategies

Here's how retailers are blending online and offline to offer seamless and personalised customer experience.

How to Improve Customer Engagement with Generative AI

Ways in which retail businesses can embrace generative AI to create hyper-personalised, seamless conversations to secure a lasting competitive edge in the marketplace.

'Customers Do Not See Shoppers Stop.com as Just Another e-commerce Site'

Sreekanth Chetlur, Chief e-commerce Officer, Shoppers Stop speaks about the three-decadeold physical-first department store chain's e-commerce journey, goals and strategies

'Digital is the Key to Bridging the Generation Gap'

Ulhas K Udayakumar, E-commerce Head, Seiko India, shares how the heritage brand that introduced quart watches to the world is attracting new-age customers while maintaining its legacy

'Technology Has Been a Game-changer for Snitch in Key Areas'

Maruthy Ramgandhi, Chief Technology Officer, Snitch sheds light on the new-age brand's tech journey and much more.

Pacific Mall NSP Pitampura Celebrates the Success of Game-A-Thon: Champions' Home Ground

Pacific Mall NSP Pitampura celebrated 'Game-AThon: Champions' Home Ground', which took place from July 26th to 28th, 2024.