MANUFACTURING Kothari Industries Targets 10% Share Of India’s Footwear Exports by 2030

Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd. (KICL), a Chennai-based diversified business conglomerate, has drawn up an ambitious roadmap to contribute at least 10% of India’s footwear exports by 2030 and support the country’s emergence as a leading global footwear manufacturing and design hub. The company has partnered with global players in the footwear industry and created manufacturing […]

CW Bureau · Jun 6, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Mini Diamond India Arm Plans For Lab Grown Diamond Retail Via FOFO

Mini Diamonds (India) Ltd, the BSE-listed diamond manufacturer and exporter with a growing presence in lab-grown diamond jewellery, has announced a franchise-led retail expansion plan through its wholly owned subsidiary, Namra Jewels Pvt Ltd, to tap rising consumer demand for affordable and sustainable diamond jewellery. MDIL plans to expand under the Franchise Owned Franchise Operated […]

CW Bureau · Jun 2, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Azorte Expands Retail Footprint With New Stores In Bengaluru, Ahmedabad

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd’s premium fashion and lifestyle format Azorte has opened two new stores in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad as part of its expansion strategy across key fashion-focused markets in India. The company said the latest additions reinforce Azorte’s strategy of redefining contemporary retail through a combination of fashion, technology and community-led experiences. Technology-led retail […]

CW Bureau · May 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Senco Gold PAT Grows 153% In FY26; Eyes 20% Revenue Growth In FY27

Senco Gold Ltd, the leading jewellery retailer, reported 153% growth in consolidated net profit for the March quarter at ₹157 crore compared to the year-ago period, aided by higher gold, silver and platinum prices and sustained consumer demand. Revenue rose 1.4 times to ₹1,997 crore, while retail sales increased 35% to ₹1,731 crore. The growth […]

CW Bureau · May 27, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Indian Terrain Revenue Crosses ₹100 Cr Mark In Q4 On Strong Channel Mix

Indian Terrain Fashions Ltd, one of India’s leading mid-premium men’s casualwear brands, reported a sharp improvement in financial performance for the March quarter of FY26, driven by stronger channel mix, better gross margins and disciplined cost management. The company’s revenue from operations rose to ₹106.53 crore in the fourth quarter of FY26 from ₹89.53 crore […]

CW Bureau · May 17, 2026

AUTO Eurogrip Tyres Expands Retail Footprint, Opens New Store In UP

Eurogrip, a leading 2 & 3-wheeler tyre brand from TVS Srichakra Ltd, has opened an exclusive retail store in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, as part of its strategy to strengthen its branded retail presence across key markets in India. The new outlet marks the brand’s 15th signature store in the country and is aimed at bringing […]

CW Bureau · Apr 27, 2026

HOSPITALITY Cuppa Appoints Sharath Ravikumar As CEO To Drive Expansion Projects

Cuppa has appointed Sharath Ravikumar as Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic leadership transition as the cafe chain gears up for its next phase of growth. The move comes as the company sharpens its focus on expansion and franchise-led scale, backed by Bharat Sanjaya Ventures, its investor and strategic partner. Aligning strategy for scalable growthThe […]

CW Bureau · Apr 16, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG The Bear House Opens Second Store In Chennai At Phoenix Marketcity

The Bear House, a Bengaluru-based modern men’s apparel and accessories brand, has opened its second store in Chennai at Phoenix Marketcity Chennai. Spanning 1,600 sq. ft., the new outlet strengthens the brand’s growing footprint in South India, bringing its blend of elevated design and everyday functionality to one of the city’s prominent retail destinations. Expansion […]

CW Bureau · Apr 12, 2026

AUTO Top-End Luxury Powers Mercedes-Benz To Record FY26 Performance

Luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz India announced its best-ever fiscal 2026 sales with 19,363 units, up from 18,928 units in FY25. The company retailed 5,131 new Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the January–March 2026 period, growing by 7% (Q1 2025: 4,775 units). Mercedes-Benz India’s sales were strongly driven by new and existing products, qualitative network upgradation, and a […]

CW Bureau · Apr 9, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG PNG Jewellers Targets ₹13,500 Cr Revenue In FY27; Steps Up Expansion

P N Gadgil Jewellers Ltd (PNG Jewellers) has outlined an aggressive growth roadmap, targeting a 25% year-on-year increase in revenue to ₹13,500 crore in FY27, while aiming to improve its EBITDA margin to 7.5%, driven by scale expansion and an improving product mix. Expansion push gains pace The company is set to accelerate its retail […]

CW Bureau · Apr 8, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY TenderCuts Raises $2 Mn In Debt From Lakme Finance To Fuel Growth

Omnichannel fresh meat and seafood brand TenderCuts has raised $2 million in debt funding from Lakme Finance. The fundraise follows the company’s transition to profitability, making it the first organised player in India’s fresh meat and seafood category to achieve positive EBITDA at both store and consolidated levels. Building a scalable omnichannel modelFounded on an […]

CW Bureau · Apr 1, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG McDonald Opens Outlet At Hyderabad L&T Next Premia Mall At Metro Hub

Westlife Foodworld, the master franchise for McDonald’s restaurants across West and South India through its subsidiary Hardcastle Restaurants Pvt. Ltd, has opened a new outlet at L&T Next Premia Mall, Irrum Manzil in Hyderabad. The launch is part of the company’s strategy to expand presence in high-growth urban corridors and tap transit-linked consumption opportunities. Metro-linked […]

CW Bureau · Mar 30, 2026