RETAIL/FMCG Lab-Grown Diamond Jeweller Aukera Opens First TN Store In Chennai

Aukera, India’s lab-grown diamond jewellery brand, has expanded its retail network with the launch of its first store in Tamil Nadu at Chennai. The new outlet is the company’s 32nd store in India and marks its entry into the Tamil Nadu market. Expanding retail footprint The Chennai store offers a wide range of diamond jewellery, […]

CW Bureau · Jul 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Eyewear Retailer Lenskart Sets Long Term Vision Of Serving 1-Billion Users

Eyewear retailer Lenskart has set an immediate goal of making quality eyewear accessible to 100 million people, while pursuing a long-term vision of serving one billion people globally. “In FY26, Lenskart became a public company and crossed 50 million people served. But I do not think of either as a finish line,” said Chairman, Managing […]

CW Bureau · Jul 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Arvind Fashions Bets On Technology, Premiumisation For Future Growth

Arvind Fashions Ltd is strengthening its brands, investing in technology and maintaining disciplined capital allocation to tap India’s expanding fashion market, said Chairman Sanjay S. Lalbhai. The company long-term strategy is centred on building stronger brands, enhancing operational capabilities and creating sustainable value for stakeholders. Strong consumer opportunity “India’s fashion market continues to offer one […]

CW Bureau · Jul 25, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Tata Consumer’s Growth Bets Gather Pace, Q1 Profit Rises 29% To ₹427 Cr

Tata Consumer Products Ltd (TCPL) kicked off FY27 on a strong note, reporting a 29% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit for the June quarter, driven by robust growth in its high-margin businesses, continued premiumisation and a steady pipeline of product innovations. The Tata Group FMCG major posted a consolidated net profit of ₹427 crore […]

CW Bureau · Jul 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Bikaji Eyes Global Growth, Expands Capacity And Frozen Foods Portfolio

Bikaji Foods International Ltd is strengthening its manufacturing network, expanding into new product categories and enhancing its global presence to support the next phase of growth, under the new leadership. In a letter to shareholders, Chairman & Managing Director Deepak Agarwal said the company is investing in digital capabilities and integrated operations to improve efficiency […]

CW Bureau · Jul 23, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Coca-Cola India Marks 50 Years Of Maaza With Special Postal Cover

Coca-Cola India and the Department of Posts have released a Special Cover to mark the 50th anniversary of Maaza, India’s homegrown fruit-based beverage. The Special Cover was unveiled on National Mango Day. The event also honoured mango farmers associated with Project Unnati by Anandana, the Coca-Cola India Foundation. Honouring mango farmers The company recognised the […]

CW Bureau · Jul 23, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Premiumisation, Quick Commerce Lead Nestle India’s Q1 Sales Growth

Nestle India is stepping up its focus on premium products, quick commerce, rural expansion and exports as it looks to sustain its growth momentum in an increasingly competitive packaged foods market. The FMCG major’s first-quarter performance indicates that growth is no longer being driven by urban consumption alone. Instead, the company is broadening its playbook […]

CW Bureau · Jul 23, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Tasty Bite Bets Big On Foodservice; Expands Cheffin, Tasty Bite Xclusive

Packaged foods maker Tasty Bite Eatables Ltd plans to strengthen its leadership in the foodservice segment while expanding its consumer-focused brands Tasty Bite Xclusive and Cheffin as part of its long-term growth strategy, Managing Director Dilen Gandh said in his message to shareholders in the company’s Annual Report 2026. The company also intends to deepen […]

CW Bureau · Jul 23, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG ITC Foods Introduces Coconut Cola, Creates New Beverage Category

ITC Foods has launched B Natural Coconut Cola, introducing what it describes as India’s first fusion beverage that combines the taste and fizz of cola with the hydrating benefits of coconut water, as the company seeks to tap rising demand for healthier refreshment options. The new beverage is positioned as a lighter alternative to conventional […]

CW Bureau · Jul 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Tira Brings Beauty Brand Dr Melaxin To India With Exclusive Launch Online

Reliance Retail’s omnichannel beauty platform Tira has expanded its international beauty portfolio with the exclusive launch of South Korean dermo-cosmetic brand Dr Melaxin in India, strengthening its presence in the country’s fast-growing premium skincare segment. The brand will be available exclusively through Tira’s online platform and select offline stores, giving Indian consumers access to one […]

CW Bureau · Jul 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Odette Charts Path To ₹300 Cr As South Fuels Fashion Retail Growth

Fashion and lifestyle retailer Odette is targeting revenue of ₹250 crore in FY27 and expects to cross the ₹300 crore milestone within the following 12-18 months, driven by aggressive retail expansion, omnichannel investments and a sharper focus on trend-led product innovation. The company, founded by Mamta Roy, has carved out a niche in India’s competitive […]

CW Bureau · Jul 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Reliance Retail To Expand JioMart, Dark Stores; Focus On Online Growth

Reliance Retail is set to significantly expand its online business during FY27 by scaling its dark store network, strengthening omnichannel operations and accelerating the growth of JioMart, while maintaining a disciplined approach to profitability and capital allocation. Speaking during the company’s earnings call, Reliance Retail CFO & Head of Corporate Development Dinesh Taluja said the […]

CW Bureau · Jul 19, 2026