RETAIL/FMCG Crompton Launches Galaxy Festive Lights Range For Festive Home Decor

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd, a consumer electrical and lighting products company, has launched its new Galaxy Festive Lights Range, targeting consumers looking for decorative lighting solutions for homes and other festive spaces. The company said festive lighting has increasingly become an important part of home décor, with consumers looking beyond basic illumination for products […]

CW Bureau · Sep 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Lenskart Scales Up Stake In French Eyewear Le Petit Lunetier To 34.34%

NESO Brands Pte Ltd, Singapore, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lenskart Solutions Ltd, has acquired an additional 2.52% stake in French eyewear brand Le Petit Lunetier Paris SAS (LPL) through a primary subscription. The investment amounted to €0.248 million, or approximately ₹2.71 crore, and was completed on September 23, 2026. The transaction constitutes a related-party […]

CW Bureau · Sep 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG LG Electronics Unveils New Semi-Automatic Washing Machine Range

LG Electronics India Ltd has launched a new range of semi-automatic washing machines, combining washing performance, convenience, durable construction and premium design. The new lineup comprises 15 models with capacities ranging from 8 kg to 12 kg, offering consumers options based on family size, laundry requirements and design preferences. Exports planned from 2027 Exports of […]

CW Bureau · Sep 22, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Namra Jewels To Launch Exclusive Men’s Jewellery Festive Collection

Namra Jewels Pvt Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Mini Diamonds (India) Ltd, is set to launch an exclusive men’s jewellery collection as it expands its consumer-facing product portfolio. The collection will be introduced progressively across the brand’s online and offline channels throughout the festive season, with new designs and styles being added during the […]

CW Bureau · Sep 22, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Parag Milk To Raise Paneer Capacity To 80 MT/Day, Invest ₹100 Cr More

Parag Milk Foods Ltd, an Indian dairy and nutrition company, plans to invest around ₹100 crore to quadruple its paneer manufacturing capacity from 20 MT/day to 80 MT/day as it looks to strengthen its position in the fast-growing value-added dairy segment. The company will add 60 MT/day of new capacity at its facilities in Manchar, […]

CW Bureau · Sep 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG India’s Gem And Jewellery Exports Surge 3.14% To $2.30 Bn In August

India’s gross gem and jewellery exports increased 3.14% in US dollar terms and 12.52% in rupee terms year-on-year to $2.30 billion (₹21,946 crore) in August 2026. Exports stood at $2.23 billion (₹19,504 crore) in August 2025, according to the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC). Value-added jewellery gains momentum A notable trend during the […]

CW Bureau · Sep 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Tommy Hilfiger Launches Official E-Com Website in.tommy.com In India

Tommy Hilfiger, a part of PVH Corp, has launched in.tommy.com, its official e-commerce website in India, expanding the brand’s direct-to-consumer presence in the country. Operated by PVH Arvind Fashion Pvt Ltd, a joint venture between PVH and Arvind Fashions Ltd, the new platform brings the complete Tommy Hilfiger brand experience directly to consumers across India. […]

CW Bureau · Sep 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Kalyan Jewellers Invests ₹350 Cr In Arm Candere For Loan Repayment

Kalyan Jewellers India Ltd has invested ₹350 crore in its wholly owned subsidiary Candere Lifestyle Jewellery Pvt Ltd through a rights issue, with the capital infusion earmarked entirely for repayment of a loan extended by the holding company. Kalyan Jewellers subscribed to 17,50,000 equity shares of Candere with a face value of ₹10 each as […]

CW Bureau · Sep 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG FSSAI Takes Action Against Nestle India Over Infant Nutrition Products

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has initiated legal action against Nestle India Ltd over alleged non-compliances involving its infant nutrition products NAN Excella Pro Stage 1 and Lactogen Pro 1. The action follows an examination of the products and their promotional material available on e-commerce platforms, according to an FSSAI communication. […]

CW Bureau · Sep 18, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Kothari Industrial Enters FMCG Sector With CHUSIP Coconut Water Brand

Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd (KICL), the flagship company of the D.C. Kothari group, has entered the FMCG sector with the launch of its beverage brand CHUSIP Coco Twist, starting with 100% natural tender coconut water sourced from coconut farms in Tamil Nadu. The Chennai-based diversified company said the beverage contains no added sugar and no […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG PepsiCo Advances Sustainability Across India Food Value Chain

PepsiCo has reported progress in embedding sustainability across its global and India operations, with initiatives spanning agriculture, water management, packaging, manufacturing, logistics and consumer products. The company’s 2025 ESG performance update said PepsiCo has expanded regenerative, restorative and protective farming practices to 4.7 million acres across more than 60 countries. It has also achieved 100% […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG LG Electronics Enters Chest Freezer Market With Convertible Range

LG Electronics India Ltd (LGEIL) has entered the chest freezer category in India with the launch of its Convertible Chest Freezer range. The new portfolio extends LG’s cooling technology to the cold-storage requirements of businesses across retail, HoReCa, dairy, ice cream, pharma and food storage, as well as home consumption. Six models across four capacities […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026