RETAIL/FMCG Crompton Launches WallSmile Outdoor Deco Wall Light Range

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd has launched its latest WallSmile Outdoor Deco Wall Light Range, combining contemporary designs with features aimed at improving the ambience, appearance and functionality of outdoor spaces. The range is designed for applications including balconies, porches, poolside areas, lobbies and parking spaces, as well as accent and display lighting. Four designs […]

CW Bureau · Sep 12, 2026

AUTO Thermo King Brings 4 All-Electric EV Models To Asia Pacific

Thermo King, a strategic brand of global climate innovator Trane Technologies, has introduced four new models in its all-electric EV series for the Asia-Pacific region — EV500S, EV500e, EV300e and EV200e. The new range features an integrated electric drive solution designed to improve operating efficiency across urban cold-chain applications. The launch comes amid growing demand […]

CW Bureau · Sep 10, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG PNG Jewellers Targets 170 Stores By FY29 As Revenue Crosses ₹10,000 Cr

Jewellery retailer PNG Jewellers is targeting more than 100 stores by FY27, 140 by FY28 and 170 by FY29 as it expands beyond its core markets through a mix of company-owned and franchise stores. The company expects to open its 100th store in the coming year, marking a significant milestone for the jewellery retailer, which […]

CW Bureau · Sep 5, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Liberty Shoes Eyes Future Growth With Stronger Brands And Designs

Footwear major Liberty Shoes Ltd is looking to strengthen its position in the Indian footwear market by focusing on product innovation, contemporary designs, technology-led operations and stronger brands as consumer preferences evolve. The management, in a letter to shareholders, said the company will focus on improving efficiency, maintaining disciplined costs and enhancing its ability to […]

CW Bureau · Sep 3, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE W.S. Industries Plans Warehousing, Logistics For Diversified Growth

W.S. Industries (India) Ltd is expanding into warehousing and logistics as part of a broader strategy to diversify beyond its traditional EPC business, which has faced challenges and losses in recent years. The company sees the new verticals as an opportunity to build more stable revenue streams and reduce its dependence on project-based EPC operations, […]

CW Bureau · Aug 28, 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 Spencer’s Retail Eyes Disciplined Growth With Sharper Execution

Spencer’s Retail Ltd is entering its next phase of growth with a focus on stronger execution, disciplined scaling and improving customer relevance across its formats. The multi-format retailer will prioritise store productivity, category performance, customer engagement, responsible scaling of JIFFY, omnichannel integration and profitability improvement. Growth focus shifts to execution Capital deployment will remain selective […]

CW Bureau · Aug 15, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Reliance Retail Ventures Acquires AI Fashion Platform Furrl Technology

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) has acquired the technology assets of Bengaluru-based AI-powered styling and fashion discovery platform Furrl for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition includes Furrl’s AI Styling Engine and commerce app, and forms part of RRVL’s strategy to embed artificial intelligence across its consumer businesses and deliver more personalised shopping experiences. Strengthens AI-Led […]

CW Bureau · Aug 5, 2026

GENERAL Swiggy’s Instamart Names Former Myntra Chief Nandita Sinha As CEO

Quick commerce platform Instamart has appointed Nandita Sinha, former Chief Executive Officer of Myntra, as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 3, as the company gears up for its next phase of growth. Sinha succeeds Amitesh Jha, who led the business through a significant expansion phase, strengthening its customer proposition and improving profitability. Industry […]

CW Bureau · Jul 28, 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

RETAIL/FMCG Bajaj Electricals Targets Profitable Growth In FY27, Says MD Sachdeva

Bajaj Electricals Ltd. a leading consumer electrical equipment manufacturing company, will focus on restoring profitable growth in its Consumer Products business, sustaining the momentum in Lighting Solutions, gaining market share and integrating the Morphy Richards brand acquisition during FY27. In his letter to shareholders, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Sanjay Sachdeva said the company’s […]

CW Team · Jul 11, 2026