RETAIL/FMCG ABD Forays Into Malaysia With Local Production Of Officer’s Choice Blue

Allied Blenders and Distillers Ltd (ABD), a leading spirits company, has forayed into Malaysia through local production of Officer’s Choice Blue. This marks ABD’s first overseas local production arrangement as it seeks to deepen its presence across international markets through disciplined, asset-light growth models. ABD currently exports to 39 international markets and has expanded its […]

CW Bureau · Aug 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Thangamayil Jewellery Opens 2 New Stores In Chennai; TN Network At 66

Jewellery retailer Thangamayil Jewellery has expanded its presence in Chennai with the opening of two new showrooms in Mogappair West and Purasaiwakkam, taking its operational network to more than 66 stores across Tamil Nadu. The new stores were inaugurated on August 23, 2026, by the management of Thangamayil Jewellery in the presence of company officials […]

CW Bureau · Aug 24, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Carlsberg India Wins Eight Accolades At World Beer Awards 2026

Carlsberg India has secured eight accolades at the World Beer Awards 2026, recognising its beers and packaging designs across multiple categories in the international competition. The awards include a Silver for Tuborg Strong and a Bronze for Carlsberg Elephant Strong in the Lager Strong category, along with recognition for the can and bottle designs of […]

CW Bureau · Aug 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Colgate-Palmolive India Appoints Manish Anandani As New MD & CEO

Colgate-Palmolive (India) Ltd has announced a leadership transition, with Manish Anandani set to take over as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer from Prabha Narasimhan, who is moving to a new leadership role within the Colgate-Palmolive group. The company’s Board of Directors, at its meeting on August 21, 2026, noted Narasimhan’s resignation as MD & […]

CW Bureau · Aug 21, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Kalyan Jewellers To Open 150 Stores, Advance Multi-Brand Expansion Plan

Kalyan Jewellers plans to open 150 new showrooms across Kalyan Jewellers, Candere and a new regional brand in FY27, as the jewellery retailer steps up expansion through a broader multi-brand strategy. The expansion will be driven by the company’s asset-light operating model, enabling it to scale its retail network while maintaining capital efficiency and healthy […]

CW Bureau · Aug 20, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Crompton Unveils New Master Brand Identity Under Crompton 2.0

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd has unveiled its new Master Brand identity, marking the next chapter of Crompton 2.0 and its transformation into an innovation-led, consumer-centric business. Over the last decade, Crompton has expanded beyond its core categories through investments in technology and product innovation. The refreshed identity creates a unified platform for the company’s […]

CW Bureau · Aug 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Stove Kraft Plans 100 Stores Per Year; Targets North, West For Retail Push

Stove Kraft, the company behind kitchen products brands Pigeon and Gilma, is planning to accelerate its retail expansion through franchisee-operated stores, with a sharper focus on North and West India. The company plans to establish around 100 stores every year, while continuing to expand its presence across general trade, modern retail, e-commerce and quick commerce. […]

CW Bureau · Aug 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Indian Terrain Targets For Peak Revenue Of ₹500 Cr Again By FY28

Apparel retailer Indian Terrain Fashions Ltd is targeting a return to its peak revenue of ₹500 crore by FY28, with a sharper focus on profitability, margins and stronger financials. In a letter to shareholders, Executive Chairman Venky Rajagopal said the company would pursue growth through selective retail expansion, e-commerce and deeper distribution. Focus shifts to […]

CW Bureau · Aug 19, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG LG Electronics India Wins 10 Honours At DIGIT India’s Top Appliance Awards

LG Electronics India Ltd (LGEIL) has won multiple honours at the DIGIT India’s Top Appliance Awards 2026, with around 10 of its products recognised for innovation across major home appliance categories. The winning products span air conditioners, washing machines, refrigerators, televisions, dishwashers and microwave ovens. Products tested on 150 parameters The awards, an initiative of […]

CW Bureau · Aug 18, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Funskool Gets PAW Patrol Licence From Spin Master For Indian Market

Funskool India Ltd has secured the licence to manufacture and distribute PAW Patrol collectible toys in India, expanding its portfolio of globally recognised entertainment brands and strengthening its presence in the character-led toy segment. The company has obtained the licence from Spin Master, the Toronto-headquartered Canadian toy and entertainment company behind the popular PAW Patrol […]

CW Bureau · Aug 18, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Lenskart Sets Up Step-Down Entity Through Its Joint Venture In China

Lenskart Solutions Ltd has incorporated a step-down subsidiary in China through its joint venture Baofeng Framekart Technology Ltd (BFT), strengthening its sourcing and trading capabilities in the optical products market. The new entity, Wenzhou Framekart Trade Co. Ltd, will undertake trading, import, export and procurement of spectacle frames and allied optical products, along with related […]

CW Bureau · Aug 18, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Hatsun Agro’s Arun Icecreams Makes Debut At New York India Day Parade

Arun Icecreams, the flagship ice cream brand of Hatsun Agro Product Ltd., has made its first appearance at the New York India Day Parade, marking a significant step in its efforts to build a presence in the US market. The brand participated in the New York India Day Parade 2026 held on Madison Avenue on […]

CW Bureau · Aug 17, 2026