After the pandemic, the sleep industry in Kolkata has seen remarkable growth, with experts anticipating a further 30% increase in the next two years, thanks to the booming real estate sector. This surge is attributed to the city’s contribution of 50% to the organized sleep market in eastern India, as more people are investing in …
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Ecommerce major Flipkart has clocked 1.6X year-on-year (YoY) growth in its grocery business in FY24, with more than half of deliveries being carried out using electric vehicles. As per the company, Flipkart Grocery saw maximum sales of daily essentials like oil, ghee and atta, and FMCG products like tea, coffee, detergents and personal care. Besides, the ecommerce …
Flipkart’s Grocery Biz Logs 1.6X YoY Growth, EVs Carried Out Over 50% Deliveries Read More »
Theatre chain PVR Inox experienced significant financial gains primarily through its food and beverage (F&B) business during the financial year 2023-2024.The growth rate of the F&B sector surpassed that of box office ticket sales. The revenue from the F&B business surged 21 per cent during FY24, while movie ticket sales saw a 19 per cent …
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At the arrival of Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, Indian tourists can be spotted in large groups making their way into the city. After facing its worst economic crisis two years ago, business seems to be picking up in Sri Lanka. The country has also become a new hotspot for Indian travellers and has emerged …
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Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has launched an indigenous 4G site in Ballygunge Telephone Exchange in Kolkata. In the coming weeks and months, the whole of Bengal is set to be covered with BSNL’s indigenous 4G network. The state-run telecom operator has been conducting trials in Punjab to test the capability of the homegrown technology. The …
Groww, like PhonePe before it, has chosen India as its new headquarters, marking the second major start-up to do so. Initially established in the US eight years ago with the backing of Y Combinator, Groww heeded the advice of its accelerator to improve fundraising prospects. However, the company’s plans have shifted over time, now aiming …
India’s cherished Suitcase Clinic is transforming the landscape of dental care, making it easily accessible and convenient for individuals spanning vast distances. Providing a diverse range of over 20 dental services directly to your doorstep, they’re spreading joy and confidence across communities. Denta Mitra proudly declares itself as the premier choice for dentists seeking affordability …
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The intense heatwaves sweeping through South and Eastern India have revolutionized the air conditioner market. In April, temperatures surpassed 44°C in at least 10 cities, with Kolkata experiencing its hottest day in 50 years at 43°C. Bangalore, typically known for its moderate climate, also broke previous temperature records, hitting 38.5°C, second only to the scorching …
Rising heat drives up sales of ACs in India; increase in installation times Read More »
For decades, Indians have squeezed their feet into shoes sized according to US or European standards. Often, this resulted in discomfort, blisters, and even foot deformities. But a revolutionary change might be on the horizon with the proposal of a new, indigenous shoe sizing system called ‘Bha’. Developed by the Council of Scientific and Industrial …
Ethnic wear player Vedant Fashions Limited – Manyavar-Mohey has launched a new joint store featuring its brands Manyavar & Mohey in California, a company official wrote on social media. This marks the company’s seventh store in the USA and its 17th store in the international market. The store is located at Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, California. …
